collegian

[ kuh-lee-juhn, -jee-uhn ]

noun

1. a student in, or a graduate of, a college.
2. a member of a college.

collegian

/ kəˈliːdʒɪən /

noun

1. a current member of a college; student

Other Words From

• postcol·legian noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of collegian¹

1350–1400; Middle English < Medieval Latin collēgiānus, equivalent to collēgi ( um ) college + -ānus -an

Example Sentences

That sense of duty, coupled with an opportunistic boldness, leads this thoughtful, socially skillful collegian down a path that, while setting him apart as a purposeful prodigy, eventually puts his carefully cultivated future at risk.

From Los Angeles Times

Many collegians complain the full shields are tougher to see, breathe and communicate in.

From Seattle Times

The Huskers’ roster includes eight players who are entering their fourth or fifth seasons as collegians and appeared in at least 62 games apiece.

From Washington Times

His calling card was male beauty: Jazz Age youths in their finest finery populate his ads for shirts and starched collars; athletic collegians grace his covers for the weeklies.

From New York Times

Skenes set the SEC record for strikeouts in a season and was the first collegian in 12 years to fan more than 200.

From Washington Times

Related Words

• alum
• alumna
• alumnus
• doctor
• grad
• recipient