The University of Adelaide College, managed by Kaplan, is a private institution. It operates as a pathway college, offering preparatory programs for students aiming to enter the University of Adelaide, which is a public university. The college provides foundation studies, diploma courses, and degree transfer options, but it is not part of the public higher education system. Its programs are designed to meet the entry requirements of the University of Adelaide while maintaining independent governance and funding structures under Kaplan’s management.