What is a college 'major'?
AnswerA student's main field of study
Your major is the subject you specialize in for your degree.
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College facts & stats
7 fact-checked facts about colleges, universities and higher education, each with the reason behind it. 5 more are in today's round and join this page after it closes.
The basics
How long does a US bachelor's degree typically take for a full-time student?
AnswerAbout four years
Most full-time bachelor's programs are designed for four years.
Going deeper
Which is the oldest institution of higher education in the United States?
AnswerHarvard
Harvard was founded in 1636.
What does the Latin phrase 'alma mater' mean?
AnswerNourishing mother
Graduates call their school the 'nourishing mother' that raised them.
What is the flat square academic cap worn at graduations called?
AnswerMortarboard
It is named for its resemblance to a mason's mortar board.
Expert level
In which year was the original GI Bill, which helped millions of veterans attend college, signed?
Answer1944
The Servicemen's Readjustment Act was signed in June 1944.
The Ivy League was formally organized in 1954 as what kind of group?
AnswerAn athletic conference
The Ivy League began as an athletic conference of eight schools.
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