A student in their first year at college or university.
freshman
A period of study in college, usually half a year.
semester
A strong liking or enthusiasm for something.
passion
To be present at a class, event, or meeting.
attend
The ability to guide or direct a group.
leadership
When a student formally tells the university which major they will focus on.
declare
To officially join a course or school.
enroll
Very interested or eager about something.
keen
To investigate, study, or travel through something new.
explore
Having too many tasks or responsibilities at once.
overloaded
The physical grounds and buildings where students attend classes.
campus
An organization providing education or research, like a university.
institution
Feeling extremely happy or excited.
thrilled
To extend the validity or continue for another period.
renew
Difficult to deal with or accomplish.
tough
The process of being accepted to a college or university.
admission
The ability to focus on a particular task or subject.
concentration
Describes a situation or experience that is so intense it’s hard to handle.
overwhelming
To combine different elements into a harmonious whole.
blend
Highly respected or having a high status.
prestigious
A subdivision of a course where students meet at a specific time.
section
Covering or including all or nearly all elements or aspects.
comprehensive
Feeling fortunate or grateful for one’s situation.
blessed
A distinct stage in a process or development.
phase
Done in a way that involves rivalry or trying to outperform others.
competitively