The term "postsecondary institution" refers to any educational facility that provides education beyond secondary school. This includes colleges, universities, community colleges, trade schools and other types of higher education institutions. These institutions offer programs at various levels such as associate's degrees, bachelor's degrees, master's degrees or doctoral degrees. Postsecondary education is typically more specialized than secondary education and can lead to advanced careers in fields like science, technology, engineering, mathematics, medicine, law, business, etc.