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Glossary of Terms In Administrative Data and Reports

Data, Academic Planning & Institutional Research

Plan Type (Academic Structure)

Definition

A code indicating the type of academic plan, related to to the degree or credential awarded to students who complete it.
CAP = Capstone
CRT = Certificate
MAJ = Major
MIN = Minor (Graduate School or Education)
TCH = Educator Certification
NON = Non-degree
HON = Honors
SP = Specialization
PRP = Pre College Program

Data Cookbook URL (requires authorization)
https://uwmadison.datacookbook.com/institution/terms/170011/versions/226986
Data Domain(s)
Academic Planning, Student Record

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