Institution Type Definitions
Public - An educational institution whose programs and activities are operated by publicly elected or appointed school officials and which is supported primarily by public funds.
Private not-for-profit (non-profit) - An educational institution in which the individual(s) or agency in control receives no compensation, other than wages, rent, or other expenses for the assumption of risk. These include both independent not-for-profit schools and those affiliated with a religious organization.
Private for-profit - An educational institution in which the individual(s) or agency in control receives compensation other than wages, rent, or other expenses for the assumption of risk.
4-year - An institution authorized primarily to award Bachelor (or higher) degrees, such as a college or university.
2-year - An institution authorized to award Associate degrees or 2-year or longer certificates, such as a community or technical college.
Less than 2-year - An institution authorized to award certificates that are typically obtained in less than two years, such as licensed practical nurse or cosmetology.