Definition

Noun: A condition or set of conditions that must be met for admission to, progression within, or graduation from an educational program or institution. It refers to a formal prerequisite established by a school, college, or university.

Usage

This term is used to describe mandatory criteria in an educational context. It is often modified by specific types (e.g., minimum, core, graduation) and is typically followed by the preposition "for."

Examples

• Noun:
  • Fulfilling all academic requirements is necessary to receive a degree.
  • The university has strict academic requirements for international applicants.
  • Completing a thesis is a key academic requirement for the master's program.

Advanced Usage

• "to meet/satisfy/fulfill an academic requirement": This is the standard phrasing for successfully completing a prerequisite.
  • She worked hard to meet the academic requirement in mathematics.
• "core academic requirement": Refers to a mandatory course or condition that is fundamental to a curriculum.
  • English Composition is a core academic requirement for all freshmen.

Variants and Related Words

• Prerequisite (n): A thing that is required as a prior condition for something else.
  • Calculus I is a prerequisite for the advanced physics course.
• Credential (n): A qualification, achievement, or aspect of a person's background used to indicate suitability.
  • His professional credentials were impressive, but he still had to meet the academic requirements.

Synonyms

• Prerequisite
• Condition
• Mandate (in an educational context)
• Qualification (specifically for admission)

Related Phrases

• "Entrance requirement": A specific type of academic requirement for admission to an institution.
  • The entrance requirements include a high school diploma and standardized test scores.
• "Degree requirement": The specific academic requirements that must be completed to earn a particular degree.
  • You can check the catalog for a list of all degree requirements.

Noun

1. a requirement for admission to or completion of an academic program