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State university
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a public college funded by the government of the state where it is located
Grammatical Information
Animacy status
Inanimate
Composition
Compound
Countable
Plural form
state universities
What is a "state university"?
A state university is a public university that is funded and operated by the government of a specific state. It provides higher education to residents of that state, often at a lower cost than private universities, because it receives financial support from state taxes. State universities offer a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields such as science, arts, engineering, and business. They are typically larger institutions with diverse student populations and offer opportunities for research, sports, and extracurricular activities.
Examples
He decided to enroll at the state university to pursue a degree in engineering.
