| A | B |
| Associates Degree | A program that takes at least 2 year to complete |
| Bachelors Degree | Undergraduate degree offered by colleges and universities |
| Masters Degree | Graduate degree added onto a bacheor's degree |
| Doctoral Degree | Highest degree offered by colleges and universities |
| FAFSA | Free Application for Federal Student Aid |
| Tuition | The amount colleges charge for each hour of class time |
| Fees | College costs not included in tuition |
| Curriculum | A group of classes needed to complete a program, degree, or certificate |
| Apprenticeship | Combines on-the-job training in a skilled craft or trade with classroom study |
| GPA | Grade Point Average |
| Merit Based Financial Aid | Student aid based on aid academic, athletic, artistic, or community service achievement |
| Interest Inventories | Short quizzes that help you learn which jobs or career pathways might be right for you |