maturé

Maturë is an Albanian noun with two main senses. In everyday language, it denotes maturity or readiness—the state of being fully developed or prepared. In the educational context, maturë refers to the national high school leaving examination in Albania and Kosovo, commonly called the Matura or Provimi i Maturës Shtetërore.

This examination marks the completion of secondary education and serves as a key criterion for admission to higher education. It is administered by national education authorities and is designed to be standardized across the country. The exam typically includes written tests in core subjects, and many administrations include oral or practical components or additional assessments. Grades from the maturë, along with other factors such as the high school record, are used to determine eligibility for university programs.

Beyond its educational use, maturë also appears in discussions of personal development and readiness in Albanian, reflecting the broader sense of maturity. The term is related to similar words in related European languages, all rooted in the idea of being mature or ready.