Colleges Academic Programs & Majors 2

Question 1

What is a STEM major?

Accepted Answer

A major in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics

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A major in Social Studies, Theatre, Economics, or Music

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Any major that requires laboratory coursework

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A graduate-level research concentration

Question 2

What is a capstone course or project in college?

Accepted Answer

A culminating academic experience that integrates learning from a student's major

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The first required course taken in a major

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A mandatory study abroad program for seniors

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An internship required for graduation

Question 3

What is an undeclared or exploratory major?

Accepted Answer

When a student has not yet chosen a specific major field of study

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A student who is auditing courses without earning credit

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A student who has failed to meet GPA requirements for their major

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A transfer student whose credits have not yet been evaluated

Question 4

What is academic probation in college?

Accepted Answer

A warning status when a student's GPA falls below the minimum standard

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A disciplinary action for academic dishonesty

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A hold placed on registration for unpaid tuition

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A temporary suspension from a student organization

Question 5

What is credit hour in US college coursework?

Accepted Answer

A unit measuring the value of a course based on weekly instruction time

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The number of hours per week a student must spend studying

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The maximum number of courses a student can take per semester

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The total hours of lab work required for a science degree

Question 6

What is the purpose of general education requirements in college?

Accepted Answer

To ensure students gain broad knowledge across multiple disciplines before specializing

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To fulfill state licensing requirements for professional degrees

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To test students' readiness for upper-division coursework

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To replace high school coursework for under-prepared students