college
UK: ˈkɒlɪdʒ | US: ˈkɑːlɪdʒ
n. an institution of higher education offering undergraduate degrees
n. a group of people with shared professions or interests (e.g., "the College of Cardinals")
n. (UK) a division within a university (e.g., "King’s College, Cambridge")
The word college originates from the Latin collegium, meaning "a community or society of colleagues." The term combined col- (together) and legere (to choose), reflecting the idea of a group "chosen to work together." Over time, it narrowed to refer specifically to academic institutions, where scholars gather for shared learning. The modern sense of "higher education institution" emerged in the 14th century.
She plans to attend college after graduating high school.
The College of Physicians sets medical standards nationwide.
Oxford University comprises over 30 individual colleges.
He received a scholarship to a prestigious liberal arts college.
The artist was elected to the Royal College of Art.