Comments on: Capitalization of Academic Degrees https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/ GrammarBook.com Mon, 12 Jun 2023 17:20:15 +0000 hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.0.5 By: GrammarBook.com https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1607718 Mon, 12 Jun 2023 17:20:15 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1607718 In reply to taylor dobson.

As the post states, the two leading American English reference books have different rules for capitalization. Therefore, you need to pick a resource to follow and remain consistent. The rules in the area of capitalization of academic degrees of both style manuals are described in this post. Each complete sentence does need an ending period.

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By: taylor dobson https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1607304 Fri, 09 Jun 2023 22:45:19 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1607304 Please help me correct the following

Taylor Dobson obtained a Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Professional Studies from Boise State University in 2023
Taylor Dobson obtained an Associate of Science degree in criminal justice from Boise State University in 2015

Taylor Dobson obtained a minor in history from Boise State University in 2023 with an emphasis in sociology.
Taylor Dobson received a Microcredential in emotional intelligence from Boise State University 2023.
Taylor Dobson is a Certified Peer Support Specialist (CPSS). Certification obtained through Path to Prime, LLC 2023

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By: GrammarBook.com https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1605820 Tue, 30 May 2023 20:33:29 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1605820 In reply to Lydia Goodrick.

I have graduated with a bachelor’s degree in English literature.

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By: Lydia Goodrick https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1605622 Mon, 29 May 2023 09:29:48 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1605622 I have graduated with a bachelor’s degree in english literature
Or would it be English Literature?

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By: GrammarBook.com https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1477794 Thu, 19 Aug 2021 01:35:59 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1477794 In reply to Kim.

As the post indicates, if you are following Associated Press Stylebook guidelines, write “I hold a Bachelor of Science in education and a master’s degree in educational leadership.” If you are following Chicago Manual of Style rules, write “I hold a bachelor of science in education and a master’s degree in educational leadership.”

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By: Kim https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1474876 Mon, 09 Aug 2021 00:02:03 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1474876 Is this correct?
I hold a Bachelor of Science in Education and a master’s degree in educational leadership.

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By: GrammarBook.com https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1470173 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 22:58:29 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1470173 In reply to Amy.

The style manuals have different opinions about how to write “associate(‘s) degree.” AP Stylebook says, “associate degree (no possessive)”; Chicago Manual of Style considers “associate degree” and “associate’s degree” acceptable. Neither guide recommends capitalizing the degree when referred to generically. Academic subjects are lowercased.

Jenny grew up in Detroit and obtained an associate degree in criminal justice. (accepted by both style guides) OR
Jenny grew up in Detroit and obtained an associate’s degree in criminal justice. (accepted by Chicago Manual of Style)

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By: Amy https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1470107 Wed, 14 Jul 2021 13:53:30 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1470107 Why do I see that associate degree is not possessive? Which of the following is correct, as far as capitalization and possessiveness?

1. Jenny grew up in Detroit and obtained an Associate’s Degree in Criminal Justice.

2. Jenny grew up in Detroit and obtained an associate’s degree in Criminal Justice.

3. Jenny grew up in Detroit and obtained an Associate Degree in Criminal Justice.

4. Jenny grew up in Detroit and obtained an associate degree in Criminal Justice.

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By: GrammarBook.com https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1397606 Fri, 31 Jan 2020 22:52:00 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1397606 In reply to Dr. CM.

We see no reason to capitalize general practitioner in your sentence; however, we would capitalize the entire proper name Royal College.
Please see our posts When to Capitalize People’s Titles and Capitalization of Job Titles for more information.

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By: Dr. CM https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/capitalization/capitalization-of-academic-degrees/#comment-1396865 Thu, 23 Jan 2020 03:25:22 +0000 https://www.grammarbook.com/blog/?p=219#comment-1396865 In reply to GrammarBook.com.

I wonder about professional or learned titles such as Member of the Institution of Engineering and Technology or Fellow of the Royal Society. I would think they should be always capitalised but what about the following?

“Jane’s general practitioner told her that he was preparing for his exam for the Royal college. ”

How many errors did I make in the above sentence?

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