advanced degree

noun

: a university degree (such as a master's or doctor's degree) higher than a bachelor's

Examples of advanced degree in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This may come in the form of online courses, certifications, coaching or even advanced degrees. —Michael Horowitz, Forbes, 6 Mar. 2025

Congress set a cap on the program of 65,000 visas annually, plus 20,000 additional visas for foreign workers holding advanced degrees from U.S. colleges. —Delon Thornton, CNBC, 17 Mar. 2025

Many careers require advanced degrees, especially in law and medicine. —Cheryl Robinson, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025

Edward Foundation awards $36,000 in nursing scholarships The Edward Foundation has awarded $36,000 in nursing scholarships to eight employees of Endeavor Health Edward Hospital who are pursuing a degree or advanced degree in nursing. —Aurora Beacon-News, Chicago Tribune, 2 Mar. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined above

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