Deferred Admission - Postponing enrollment into an academic program after acceptance for a specified period of time (usually one year).
Digital Technology - Allows compression of communication signals for faster, easier transmission of information.
Distance Education (Learning) - Education program whereby students may complete all or part of an educational program in a geographical location apart from the institution hosting the program; the final award given is equivalent in standard and content to an award program completed on campus.
Distance Learning - USDLA defines Distance Learning as "The acquisition of Knowledge and skills through mediated information and instruction, encompassing all technologies and other forms of learning at a distance".
Double Major - The pursuit of two majors during the course of one degree program.
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