die Hochschule
Translation
university of applied sciences, college, university
Examples
Sie studiert an einer Hochschule.
She studies at a college.
Diese Hochschule hat einen guten Ruf.
This university has a good reputation.
Grammar Patterns
to study/teach ((at a college)) 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
From 'hoch' (high) + 'Schule' (school). It literally means 'high school', but in the sense of higher education, not secondary school.
Memory Tips
Visualize a school that is physically 'high' up, representing a higher level of learning. It's often more career-focused than a 'Universität'.