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Matriculation Fee

/ˌmætrɪkjuˈleɪʃən fiː/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #15000 frequency
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  1. 1

    A fee charged for the process of enrolling in a school or university.

    "Students must pay the matriculation fee before they can register for classes."
  2. 2

    A financial requirement for admission to an educational institution.

    "The matriculation fee can vary significantly between different universities."

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The term 'matriculation' originates from the Latin word 'matriculare', meaning 'to enroll'. It evolved through Middle English, reflecting the process of registering for academic courses, while 'fee' comes from Old French 'fie', meaning 'payment'. Together, they denote the charge associated with enrollment in an educational institution.

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