makings, qualification - an attribute that must be met or complied with and that fits a person for something; "her qualifications for the job are excellent"; "one of the qualifications for admission is an academic degree"; "she has the makings of fine musician"

accolade, honor, laurels, honour, award - a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction; "an award for bravery"

associate degree, associate - a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies

bachelor's degree, baccalaureate - an academic degree conferred on someone who has successfully completed undergraduate studies

honours, honours degree - a university degree with honors

master's degree - an academic degree higher than a bachelor's but lower than a doctor's

doctor's degree, doctorate - one of the highest academic degrees conferred by a university

law degree - degree conferred on someone who successfully completes law school

honorary degree - a degree conferred to honor the recipient