Application dictionary Transfer
Academic recommendation
A recommendation submitted by a college academic advisor, professor, dean or instructor who oversees your college academic progress.
Admission plan
An admission plan is the schedule and method by which colleges and universities accept and review applications, and notify applicants of their decisions. Examples of admissions plans include early action, early decision, and regular decision. Transfer
Adult student
An adult learner (also known as a returning student, adult student, or returning adult) is typically 25 years of age or older, and has delayed their post-secondary education for reasons such as family obligations, work responsibilities, and military service. First-year
Advisor
A recommender role that lets you share your in-progress application with a trusted individual. Advisors can keep track of your progress, though they don’t submit any forms on your behalf.
Application fee
The fee a college charges you to apply to their institution. The amount varies from 1 college to the next. See Fee Waivers. Transfer
Articulation agreement
Colleges can use articulation agreements to help students with transferring credits. The agreement clarifies which courses will or won’t transfer toward their intended major. The goal is to help students graduate on time and reduce the loss of academic credits.
CBO (Community Based Organization)
A not-for-profit college access organization that offers free advising for students.
CEEB code
A unique identification number assigned to high schools and colleges by the College Board. Some international schools may not have an assigned CEEB code.
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