master's degree

noun

: a degree that is given to a student by a college or university usually after one or two years of additional study following a bachelor's degree

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Born in Philadelphia, Mr. Jenkins received a bachelor's degree from Hobart and William Smith Colleges and a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University. Holman W. Jenkins, WSJ, 17 Mar. 2023 Who is the mayor of Sedona?What to know about Scott Jablow Fultz has a bachelor's degree in aeronautical and astronautical engineering from Purdue University and a master's degree in business administration from the University of Chicago. Lacey Latch, The Arizona Republic, 16 Mar. 2023 Savoie also earned a master's degree in accounting, financial reporting and assurance services from the University of Notre Dame. Effie Orfanides, Peoplemag, 10 Mar. 2023 Kohberger had a master's degree in criminal justice from DeSales University, and was supposed to have been a standout student. Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 8 Mar. 2023 Waller established seven new master's degree programs, named multiple endowments, launched online degree programs, and developed initiatives that encourage innovation and entrepreneurship. Ryan Anderson, Arkansas Online, 6 Mar. 2023 Prior to joining Good Housekeeping, Grace earned a master's degree in engineering in materials science and engineering and a Bachelor of Science degree in fiber science from Cornell University. Grace Wu, Good Housekeeping, 7 Mar. 2023 Born in Philadelphia, Mr. Jenkins received a bachelor's degree from Hobart and William Smith Colleges and a master's degree in journalism from Northwestern University. Holman W. Jenkins, WSJ, 28 Feb. 2023 In the 1980s, Boyer earned a master's degree in computer science at UW-Madison and completed all but the dissertation of his doctorate. Kelly Meyerhofer, Journal Sentinel, 24 Feb. 2023 See More

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“Master's degree.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/master%27s%20degree. Accessed 23 Mar. 2023.

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