matriculate
UK: məˈtrɪkjʊleɪt | US: məˈtrɪkjəleɪt
vt. to enroll as a member of a college or university
vi. to be admitted to a college or university
The word "matriculate" originates from Late Latin matriculare ("to register"), derived from matricula ("public register"), a diminutive of matrix ("womb, source, list"). The root matri- ("mother") metaphorically refers to the university as an intellectual "mother" or nurturing institution, while -cul- (diminutive suffix) implies a formal record or small register. Over time, the term evolved to signify formal admission into an academic body.
She will matriculate at Harvard University this fall.
Students must submit transcripts to matriculate into the program.
He matriculated with honors after completing his entrance exams.
The university allows students to matriculate part-time.
Only 30% of applicants matriculate due to competitive admissions.