course of study

noun phrase

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Mercury opposes Saturn, challenging assumptions about a plan, belief, trip, course of study, or future direction. — Tarot.com, Hartford Courant, 18 Sep. 2026 Naperville Central Principal Jackie Thornton said an increasing number of students have completed career pathways endorsements, which are focused courses of study. — Michelle Mullins, Chicago Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026 The new rule introduces a separate federal immigration review for every student whose course of study goes beyond four years. — Abigail Boggs, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026 Students design their own course of study across disciplines from the ground up. — Anna Demeo, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for course of study

Word History

First Known Use

1647, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of course of study was in 1647

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“Course of study.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/course%20of%20study. Accessed 4 Oct. 2026.

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