community college

US /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.ti ˈkɑː.lɪdʒ/
UK /kəˈmjuː.nɪ.ti ˈkɑː.lɪdʒ/
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a non-residential junior college offering courses to people living in a particular area

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After high school, she decided to attend a community college to save money.
Many students start their higher education at a community college before transferring to a four-year university.