One of numerous classes of the same course. The course schedule uses a five-digit synonym and three-digit section number to identify each section of each course offered.

The amount your parents are expected to contribute toward your educational expenses.

The portion of a student's expected earnings, savings and other resources that they are expected to contribute toward their educational expenses.

Financial aid that does not need to be repaid. Scholarships often are awarded to students based on their personal accomplishments, financial need, race or ethnicity, life circumstances, or college major. There is one application to complete in order to apply for all ACC Foundation scholarships.

ACC’s academic year runs from Sept. 1 through Aug. 31.

Accreditation is certification that the college has met established standards and is nationally recognized by appropriate accrediting agencies. ACC’s major accrediting agency is the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools-Commission on Colleges.

The beginning of each semester and teaching session when students can make schedule changes by adding or dropping classes. You must be registered for the term in order to add classes that have started. Synonyms: schedule changes

An advisor is a staff or faculty representative who helps students select classes and plan educational programs.

An articulation agreement is an official agreement between ACC and a four-year institution that designates the transferability of specific courses and/or degrees.

An assessment is the evaluation of a specific knowledge or skill such as reading, writing, and math, in order to in course placement.