State University

/ˈsteɪt ˌjuːnɪˈvɜːrsɪti/

Definitions

  1. (n.) A public institution of higher education established, funded, and operated by a state government.
    The state university offers various degree programs at affordable tuition rates for residents.

Forms

  • state university
  • state universities

Commentary

The term specifically denotes institutions established and governed by state law, distinguishing them from private or federal universities.

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