Difference between College and Institute

What is the difference between College and Institute?

College as a noun is an institution of [further education] at an intermediate level (in the uk, typically teaching those aged 16 to 19); sixth form. while Institute as a noun is an organization founded to promote a cause

College

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An institution of [further education] at an intermediate level (in the UK, typically teaching those aged 16 to 19); sixth form. An institution for adult education at a basic or intermediate level (teaching those of any age). A secondary school (Eton College). A non-specialized, semi-autonomous division of a university, with its own faculty, departments, library, etc (Pembroke College, Cambridge; Balliol College, Oxford; University College London). A residential hall of a university, which may be independent or have its own tutors but is not involved in teaching. (Loosely) Any institution of higher education. An institution of higher education teaching undergraduates and/or graduates. Nearly synonymous with university, with less emphasis on research and may, or may not, have graduate or doctoral programs. A specialized division of a university (College of Engineering).

Institute

Part of speech: verb

Definition: to begin or initiate something

Part of speech: noun

Definition: An organization founded to promote a causeAn institution of learning; a college, especially for technical subjectsThe building housing such an institution

Example sentence: As we say in the American Institute of Wine and Food, small helpings, no seconds. A little bit of everything. No snacking. And have a good time.

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