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  FieldOfStudy


Description
Academic subject or discipline used to categorically define a student's focus in a pursued degree program. Field of study types include major,
minors and concentrations.

Data includes description, type and CIP code.

Fields
  cipCode   string   
Standardized six-digit code that categorizes major into an instructional program specialty
Additional Notes
CIPCode value stored as numeric characters with no dashes.
  cipCodeDescription   string   
Description of CIPCode
  cipCodeVersion   string   
The most current CIP version for which the cipCode is effective
Additional Notes
Valid values: 2020, 2010, 2000, 1990, 1985.
  fieldOfStudy   string   
Unique identifier code of the field of study
  fieldOfStudyDescription   string   
Description of the field of study
  fieldOfStudyType   enum   
Type of field of study
Allowed Values
  • Major
  • Minor
  • Certification
  • Concentration
  • Special Program
Allowed Value Details
'Major' - Primary area of specialization.

'Minor' - Secondary area of specialization.

'Certification' - A focused area of specialization resulting in a certificate of completion rather than a degree.

'Concentration' - Describes a specific emphasis or alternative track within a primary area of specialization (major).

'Special Program' - Describes a track that deviates from traditional guidelines/timelines and does not result in a degree/certificate. Examples may include study abroad, exchange student programs, dual enrollment, internships, etc.
  isIPEDSReportable   boolean   
If record is applicable for IPEDS reporting, value = 1, else 0
  recordActivityDate   date   
Date source record inserted or modified

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