higher education

American  

noun

1. education beyond high school, specifically that provided by colleges and graduate schools, and professional schools.

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higher education British  

noun

1. education and training at colleges, universities, polytechnics, etc

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Etymology

Origin of higher education

First recorded in 1865–70

Example Sentences

Ms. Beilock’s list of five ways American higher education can earn back public trust should be nailed to the door of every college president like Martin Luther’s 95 theses.

From The Wall Street Journal

A fledgling sense of optimism is emerging among some in higher education.

From The Wall Street Journal

As the regulator for all higher education providers in England, the outcome of the challenge against the OfS will have far-reaching implications for its ability to enforce freedom of speech and academic freedom at universities.

From BBC

When she moves back, she said, she plans to work in higher education, teaching international law and human rights—which she has been doing in Florida—as Venezuela seeks to restore legal norms and institutions.

From The Wall Street Journal

Most go on to college and some to very selective ones, but the “prep” is not only for higher education.

From The Wall Street Journal

Related Words

• university