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 The same report found that gay and gender-fluid groups suffer economically – in employment, income and poverty – even though those groups are more likely to graduate high school, college and get advanced degrees, than are other groups. Andre Mouchard, Orange County Register, 8 May 2024 These visas should be repurposed as work authorizations for citizens of partner countries who hold advanced degrees in fields critical to defense. Matt Pottinger, Foreign Affairs, 10 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for advanced degree 

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Word History

First Known Use

1856, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of advanced degree was in 1856

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“Advanced degree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/advanced%20degree. Accessed 31 May. 2024.

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