General terms:
* Institutions of higher education: This is a broad term that encompasses all types of post-secondary institutions.
* Colleges and universities: These are the most common names for institutions that offer undergraduate and graduate degrees.
* Higher education institutions: This is another general term used to refer to all institutions offering post-secondary education.
More specific terms:
* University: Typically a large institution offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, often with research facilities.
* College: Can refer to a smaller institution, often with a more focused curriculum, or to a specific division within a university (e.g., a college of arts and sciences).
* Community college: A two-year institution offering associate degrees and vocational training.
* Technical school: A specialized institution focused on vocational or trade skills.
* Polytechnic: An institution offering both technical and academic programs.
* Institute: A specialized institution focusing on a specific field of study (e.g., the Massachusetts Institute of Technology).
The best term to use will depend on the specific context. For example, you might use "university" to refer to a large, comprehensive institution, but "college" to refer to a smaller, private institution.