diploma mill
A "diploma mill" is an institution that issues academic credentials without proper academic rigor or accreditation, often for financial gain.
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Definition
C1Education
(derogatory)An institution that grants degrees or diplomas without requiring significant academic coursework or meeting educational standards.
Example
- Many employers are now aware of diploma mills and carefully verify the credentials of job applicants.
- He was disappointed to learn that the university he attended was considered a diploma mill.
C1Fraud
(informal)A business that sells fake academic credentials for a fee without providing any meaningful education.
Example
- Diploma mills often operate online, making it easy for them to sell fake degrees to unsuspecting students.
- Authorities are cracking down on diploma mills to protect the integrity of higher education.