corequisite

[ koh-rek-wuh-zit ]

noun

, Education.

1. an academic course required to be taken in conjunction with another course.

Word History and Origins

Origin of corequisite¹

First recorded in 1945–50; co- + requisite

Example Sentences

In lieu of traditional remedial classes, which some research finds to be ineffective, more schools are offering “corequisite” classes that help students shore up on the basics while also taking higher courses like calculus.

From Seattle Times

They note that many schools fail to explain to students that they likely could handle college-level classes, especially with what’s called a corequisite model, which gives underprepared students additional support or resources, such as tutors and “boot camps,” to make up gaps in their learning.

From Los Angeles Times

If remedial courses are offered, these advocates say, too many students will choose them instead of the corequisite courses.

From Los Angeles Times

Students who still need remediation when they enter college go through “corequisite remediation,” taking both a remedial course and a college-level course at the same time.

From Seattle Times

State officials say a majority of institutions now offer credit-bearing “corequisite” courses in math and English for students who otherwise would have taken a remedial class.

From Washington Times