The mission of Brown University is to serve the community, the nation, and the world by discovering, communicating, and preserving knowledge and understanding in a spirit of free inquiry, and by educating and preparing students to discharge the offices of life with usefulness and reputation.
Providence, Rhode Island, United States
Bachelor's programmes
Social Sciences (25)
- B.A. Africana Studies
- B.A. American Studies
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.Sc. Cognitive Neuroscience
- B.A. Cognitive Sciences
- B.A. East Asian Studies
- B.A. Ethnic Studies
- B.A. French Studies
- B.A. German Studies
- B.A. Hispanic Studies
- B.A. Judaic Studies
- B.A. Political Science
- B.A. Public Policy
- B.A. Slavic Studies
Humanities (16)
- B.A. Early Cultures
- Bachelor English
- B.A. French Studies
- B.A. German Studies
- B.A. Hispanic Studies
- B.A. Linguistics
- B.A. Literary Arts
- B.A. Medieval Studies
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Religious Studies
- B.A. Slavic Studies
- B.A. Urban Studies
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (15)
- B.Sc. Applied Mathematics
- B.Sc. Biology
- B.Sc. Biophysics
- B.Sc. Chemical Physics
- B.Sc. Cognitive Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Computational Biology
- B.Sc. Engineering Physics
- B.A. Geology-Biology
- B.Sc. Geology-Chemistry
- B.Sc. Mathematics
- B.Sc. Neuroscience
- B.Sc. Physics
Engineering & Technology (5)
- B.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- B.Sc. Engineering
- B.Sc. Engineering Physics
- B.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Computer Science & IT (4)
- B.Sc. Computational Biology
- B.Sc. Computer Engineering
- B.Sc. Computer Science
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (4)
- B.Sc. Geological Science
- B.A. Geology-Biology
- B.Sc. Geology-Chemistry
Arts, Design & Architecture (3)
- B.A. Music
- B.A. Urban Studies
Business & Management (3)
- B.Sc. Applied Mathematics
- B.Sc. Mathematics
Journalism & Media (1)
About
History
Located in historic Providence, Rhode Island and founded in 1764, Brown University is the seventh-oldest college in the United States.
Education
Undergraduates pursue bachelor’s degrees in more than 70 concentrations, ranging from Egyptology to cognitive neuroscience. Anything’s possible at Brown—the university’s commitment to undergraduate freedom means students must take responsibility as architects of their courses of study.
Research
Brown is a research university that regards the creation of knowledge as one of its fundamental missions. Our faculty and students work at the cutting edge of research in their fields and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines and around the world to address society’s biggest challenges.
Career
Welcome to CareerLAB, the Center for Careers and Life after Brown. Whether you're a first-year student unsure of what questions to ask, a senior or graduate student who knows what you want to do but don't know how to get there, or somewhere in between, we've got the advising, programs, and resources to help you.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2019
GSSA 2019
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2019. By rating institutions on a scale from 1 to 5, on multiple studies-related questions, we found the top educators in the world.
Learn more about the Global Student Satisfaction AwardsUniversity Ranking
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
2020
53
2019
53 -3
2018
50
World University Rankings is a vital resource that provides the definitive list of the world's best universities. They look at how often they're producing new ideas, what their reputation is around the world, and how much they're contributing to science and academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, THE ranks the universities accordingly.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2020
57 -1
2019
56 -3
2018
53
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2019
84 17
2018
101
2017
101
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2020
102 -3
2019
99 -7
2018
92
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Offers support for personal or community issues, crisis support 24 hours a day, and houses the Office of Student Conduct.
Housing services
First-year undergrads live with a roommate in close-knit “units” of 50 to 60 first-years. Through an annual “housing lottery,” students in upper years pick their exact room, whether a private single or with friends in a suite or apartment.
Library services
The Brown University Library advances instruction, learning, and research in the University by providing critical expertise, curated collections, and responsive technology and spaces in an environment of creativity and inclusivity.
ICT services
IT at Brown consists of:
- a centralized IT department, Computing & Information Services (CIS)
- several larger departments with their own IT groups
- distributed IT professionals in academic and administrative departments
Medical services
Offers comprehensive health care for students: routine care and “well visits,” as well as care for illness. Services include pharmacy, lab, x-ray, immunizations, health education and Brown EMS. Medical advice and emergency services available around the clock.
Student Life
Campus life
Providence is the state capital and second largest city in New England. Diverse and historic, bicycle friendly, and easy to explore by foot, Providence is an active center of art, culture, education, and politics.
Brown is located in Providence’s East Side on the picturesque College Hill, surrounded by dozens of historic homes and landmarks. Close to campus are the vibrant Thayer Street, Wickenden Street, and Wayland Square, where students and residents find ample shopping, dining and entertainment.
Sports facilities
Work out in the fitness centers. Take one of more than 64 physical education courses in aerobics, fitness, martial arts, dance or yoga. Form an intramural team or join one of 17 Club Sports, which offer a high level of competition without the rigorous time commitment of varsity sports. Find even more options in recreational student organizations.
Student clubs
Student organizations embody the energy, focus, and innovation of Brown students. The large number of clubs (formed and run by students) reflects the community’s diversity of interests. It’s easy to get involved.
ArtsBrown has a cappella groups, improv and sketch comedy, dance groups, student-produced plays and musicals, The Brown Band, and many other ways to express your creative side.SportsYou don’t have to be a varsity athlete to stay active. Form an intramural team or join one of 17 Club Sport teams, which offer a high level of competition without the time commitment of varsity sports.MediaServiceAccreditation
Every 10 years, Brown undergoes a process of reaccreditation by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges (NEASC), one of six geographically based non-governmental, non-profit organizations recognized by the US Department of Education as a reliable authority on the quality of educational institutions and programs. Brown’s next accreditation review will occur in 2018, and requires extensive preparation. This site will capture the reaccreditation process.
Student Reviews
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
I would recommend this particular College because the educational team is competent. The teaching given is done in a motivating way even if it's intensive. Moreover, the College offers many activities outside of class.
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