private institution

Non-state-funded establishment

A private institution is an organization—typically a school, hospital, or similar establishment—funded and operated independently rather than by the government.

Private institutions set their own policies, admission standards, and tuition: She attended a private institution for college.

The term often implies selectivity, prestige, or religious affiliation, though private institutions range widely in character and mission.

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investment firm · advocacy group · think tank · art gallery · scholarship · admission office · patient care · alumni · trust fund · endowment fund · nonprofit organization · donor · film studio · accreditation · innovation hub · insurance · community outreach · wealth management

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ownership and funding source

private institutionpublic institution

Government-run organization serving citizens

government agency · public body · governmental organization · federal agency · public university

accessibility/exclusivity

private institutionpublic library

Free community book repository

community college

Family

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