The difference between private universities and public universities lies in different investors, different teaching directions and different fees.

First, different investors

1. private universities: private universities are established by private individuals or private institutions.

2. State-owned universities: State-owned universities are allocated by the state finance.

Second, the teaching direction is different.

1. Private universities: Private universities rely on the market to survive, offer courses to meet the market demand, and constantly innovate courses. Teaching quality is the guarantee for their survival.

2. State-owned universities: State-owned universities are funded by the state and undertake the mission of national higher education, with emphasis on the research and teaching of basic disciplines.

Third, the fees are different.

1. Private universities: Private universities charge higher fees for students because of their high teaching quality and advanced teaching equipment.

2. State-owned universities: Because state-owned universities are funded by the state, they are open to the society and charge students less.