There are a total of 973 Colleges compiled and organized in this comprehensive list. The selection includes institutions whose official English name begins with the target letter, accredited schools, verified founding years, and notable or historically important colleges.

Colleges are institutions that offer higher education and vocational training beyond secondary school. They range from small community colleges to large research colleges and specialized art or technical colleges. Colleges grant certificates, diplomas, and degrees and support teaching, applied research, and workforce development. They serve students preparing for careers, further study, or professional practice.

Interesting and little-known facts about Colleges:
– Over 200 million students study at tertiary institutions worldwide, reflecting decades of steady global enrollment growth.
– In the United States, community and two-year colleges enroll about 40% of undergraduates, serving many first-generation and part-time students.
– Some institutions trace their roots back nearly 1,000 years; the University of Bologna (est. 1088) is often cited among the oldest higher-education foundations.
– Colleges in the U.S. award roughly 2 million bachelor’s degrees each year, with growing shares in STEM and health-related fields.
– A relatively small share of research-focused colleges produces a large portion of scholarly citations and high-impact discoveries.

Use the alphabetical index to find colleges by initial letter. Each entry shows the institution’s name, city and state or country, verified founding year, accreditation or recognition, and one to three notable alumni.