die Hochschule
Translation
university of applied sciences, college, university
Examples
Sie studiert an einer Hochschule.
She studies at a university of applied sciences.
Diese Hochschule hat einen guten Ruf.
This university has a good reputation.
Grammar Patterns
to study/teach ((at a university)) Sie studiert an einer Hochschule für Kunst.
to go ((to college)) Nach dem Abitur will er auf eine Hochschule gehen.
Similar Words
Universität, Fachhochschule (university of applied sciences), Akademie (academy)
Etymology
Composed of 'hoch' (high) and 'Schule' (school). Literally a 'high school', meaning an institution of higher education.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'high-level school'. It often refers to universities of applied sciences, which are more practical than traditional research-focused 'Universitäten'.