graduate degrees

Master's and doctorates

Graduate degrees are academic credentials earned after completing a bachelor's degree, including master's degrees and doctorates.

They represent advanced study in a specialized field: She's considering graduate degrees in public health or law.

The term distinguishes post-undergraduate education from undergraduate work, with requirements typically including coursework, research, or professional training.

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  • MBAGraduate degree in commerce
  • JDProfessional legal degree
  • PhDHighest academic credential
  • MDPhysician's degree letters
  • MScGraduate science degree

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