qualifying application
[ˈkwɑːlɪfaɪɪŋ ˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən]
nounpl: qualifying applications
candidatura qualificada
1. An application that meets the minimum requirements or criteria set by an organization, institution, or regulatory body for further consideration or processing
The university received hundreds of qualifying applications for the scholarship program.
A universidade recebeu centenas de candidaturas qualificadas para o programa de bolsas.
2. In legal or regulatory contexts, an application that satisfies all mandatory conditions to proceed to the next stage of evaluation
Only qualifying applications will advance to the interview stage.
Apenas as candidaturas qualificadas avançarão para a fase de entrevista.
3. In business contexts, an application from a candidate or organization that demonstrates sufficient qualifications to be considered viable
We reviewed 50 proposals, but only 15 were deemed qualifying applications.
Analisamos 50 propostas, mas apenas 15 foram consideradas candidaturas qualificadas.
This term is widely used in both American and Brazilian professional, academic, and legal contexts. In Brazil, 'candidatura qualificada' is commonly used in university admissions, scholarship programs, and government selection processes (concursos públicos). In the USA, it's prevalent in HR departments, grant programs, and educational institutions. The concept reflects merit-based selection systems that are increasingly important in competitive professional environments.
Related Idioms & Phrases
to meet the qualifying criteria
to pass the qualifying stage
qualifying application pool
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