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2+2 Program - CORRECT ANSWERS A program offering a two-year associate's degree that will
transfer directly toward a bachelor's degree in the same field of study.
Accreditation - CORRECT ANSWERS Certification that a college, university or specific program
meets a set of criteria established by their accrediting agency. Colleges usually must be accredited for
students to receive federal financial aid. The type of accreditation can impact the transfer of credits.
Articulation agreement - CORRECT ANSWERS Formal agreements between two or more colleges
and universities to accept credits in transfer toward a specific academic program. Can include agreements
between high schools and colleges.
Associate degree - CORRECT ANSWERS A degree granted by technical, community, and some
private career colelges that typically requires at least two years of study (60+hours) beyond high school.
Bachelor's degree - CORRECT ANSWERS An academic award that usually requires four years
(120 hours) beyond high school at an accredited colllege or university.
Career Technical Education - CORRECT ANSWERS High school and college programs that teach
industry - specific skills, including math, writing, reading, science, and foundational knowledge and skills
used in a career. CTE programs are directed and funded by the Perkins IV Law.
College Admission Tests - CORRECT ANSWERS A type of standardized exam used by most four-
year colleges and universities to determine a prospective student's readiness for college-level study. A
good test score can help a student enter their school of choice, obtain scholarships, and receive advanced
placement or college unit. Usually the ACT or SAT. A Career Technical School may also accept a test
produced by the ACT corporation called WorkKeys.
Common Core State Standards - CORRECT ANSWERS Criteria for consistent, clear
understanding of what secondary students are expected to learn. The standards are designed to be rebust