An educational institution refers to an organization funded by the state or local government, whose main responsibility is to provide educational services. Such institutions are not for profit, and the government is mainly responsible for their operating expenses and resource allocation. Educational institutions include schools, colleges, universities and research institutions. It undertakes multiple functions such as talent training, scientific research and social service.

As a public institution, educational institutions enjoy a relatively stable organizational structure and operating environment, but they also need to obey the management and supervision of the government to ensure the fair distribution and efficient utilization of educational resources.