Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

upperclassman

Noun

/ˈʌpərˌklæs.mən/

Definition

A student in the later years of a school or college program, typically referring to students in their junior or senior year.

Examples

As an upperclassman, she took on mentoring responsibilities for the new students.
He enjoyed the perks of being an upperclassman, including priority registration for classes.

Meaning

An upperclassman is someone who has advanced beyond the freshman and sophomore levels, often having more experience and knowledge in their field of study.