Meaning & use
undergraduate
A college or university student who is studying for a first degree, such as a bachelor's degree.
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As an undergraduate, she spent her summers interning at a local newspaper.
Undergraduate students must complete general education courses before choosing a specific major.
A note on using this word
Undergraduate contrasts with graduate, which refers to students pursuing further study after a first degree, such as a master's or doctorate.
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