Word
matriculation
Phoneticsma·tric·u·la·tion
UK/mˌætɹɪkjʊlˈeɪʃən/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. official entry into a university or college as a student, with forms and registration.
n. formal admission or enrolment as a member of a university or college, typically involving registration and completion of entry requirements. Often marks the ceremonial entry point to higher education in British and Commonwealth systems.
Examples
“Her matriculation at the university takes place next week.”
“After receiving his acceptance letter, he completes his matriculation by submitting documents and paying fees.”
“Although she had passed the entrance exams months earlier, her formal matriculation into the university was delayed until the autumn ceremony.”
Examples
simple
“Her matriculation at the university takes place next week.”
contextual
“After receiving his acceptance letter, he completes his matriculation by submitting documents and paying fees.”
complex
“Although she had passed the entrance exams months earlier, her formal matriculation into the university was delayed until the autumn ceremony.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “matriculation” in context.
Verb
01. apply for matriculation
“International students must apply for matriculation by July.”
verb + prep + noun
02. cancel matriculation
“Failure to pay fees may cancel matriculation automatically.”
verb + noun
03. complete matriculation
“You must complete matriculation before the semester begins.”
verb + noun
04. confirm matriculation
“The admissions office will confirm matriculation by email.”
verb + noun
05. defer matriculation
“She decided to defer matriculation for one academic year.”
verb + noun
Adjective
06. conditional matriculation
“He received conditional matriculation pending his final exam results.”
adj + noun
07. formal matriculation
“All new undergraduates must undergo formal matriculation in October.”
adj + noun
08. full matriculation
“She was granted full matriculation after submitting all required documents.”
adj + noun
Noun
09. certificate of matriculation
“Keep your certificate of matriculation for future enrolment.”
noun + prep + noun
10. date of matriculation
“The date of matriculation is printed on your admission letter.”
noun + prep + noun
11. attend the matriculation ceremony
“All first-year students must attend the matriculation ceremony.”
12. defer matriculation for a year
“He chose to defer matriculation for a year to travel abroad.”
Usage
Often followed by 'at', 'into', or 'to' to name the institution.
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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