Princeton University is a vibrant community of scholarship and learning that stands in the nation's service and in the service of all nations.
Princeton, New Jersey, United States
Bachelor's programmes
Humanities (10)
- B.A. Classics
- B.A. English
- B.A. French and Italian
- B.A. German
- B.A. History
- B.A. Philosophy
- B.A. Religion
Social Sciences (10)
- B.A. Anthropology
- B.A. Art and Archaeology
- B.A. East Asian Studies
- B.A. Economics
- B.A. Near Eastern Studies
- B.A. Politics
- B.A. Psychology
- B.A. Public Policy
- B.A. Sociology
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (8)
- Bachelor Astrophysical Sciences
- B.A. Chemistry
- B.A. Mathematics
- B.A. Molecular Biology
- B.A. Neuroscience
- B.A. Physics
Engineering & Technology (4)
Arts, Design & Architecture (2)
- B.A. Architecture
- B.A. Art and Archaeology
Computer Science & IT (2)
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (2)
- B.A. Geosciences
Business & Management (1)
- B.A. Mathematics
About
History
Chartered in 1746 as the College of New Jersey - the name by which it was known for 150 years - Princeton University was British North America's fourth college.
Located in Elizabeth for one year and then in Newark for nine, the College of New Jersey moved to Princeton in 1756.
Education
Princeton is an independent, coeducational, nondenominational institution that provides undergraduate and graduate instruction in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences and engineering.
Research
From high-performance computing to electron microscopy, the University provides researchers with access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment.
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
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
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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.
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
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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.
World University Rankings by Times Higher Education
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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.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
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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
People who work in the University's Administration and Services are essential to supporting the mission of Princeton University. These employees deal with everything from the University's human and financial resources to health and safety matters.
Housing services
Princeton's residential campus ensures that even in a student body of 5,300 undergraduates, first-year students, sophomores, juniors and seniors develop a sense of home within a tightly knit community.
Library services
The Princeton University Library system was the first large university library built after World War II and the first open-stack library to offer free access to undergraduates. One of the world’s most distinguished research libraries, it consists of the Harvey S. Firestone Memorial Library and nine buildings across campus.
ICT services
Services that enable community members to do their day-to-day work utilizing support from a DCS or SCAD member or team. This service is likely to include customer-facing or on-site service. Also includes services to departments that may be consultative in nature such as user experience and accessibility and project, technology and consulting services, including portfolio management and governance.
Medical services
We provide quality medical, health and wellness services to Princeton University undergraduate and graduate students, their dependents, and faculty and staff. UHS is committed to contributing to a healthy learning and working environment.
Student Life
Campus life
Princeton is located between New York and Philadelphia, and is easy to reach by public transportation or by car.
Sports facilities
Princeton is an NCAA Division I school and a member of the Ivy League.
Men and women compete in 38 varsity sports and nearly 35 club teams. More than half of all undergraduates participate in intercollegiate varsity or club competitions.
Also, about 300 teams participate in the intramural sports program, which schedules competition among residential colleges, eating clubs, independent groups, faculty and staff.
Sports Complex 1 (Faculty and Washington Roads):
- Princeton Stadium
- Weaver Track
- Jadwin Gym
- DeNuzio Pool
- Clarke Field
- Frelinghuysen Field
Sports Complex 2 (Faculty and Elm Roads):
- 1952 Stadium
- Baker Rink
- Roberts Stadium
- 1895 Field
- Lenz Tennis Center
- Dillon Gym
Student clubs
Student organizations are created and run by students with support from the Office of the Dean of Undergraduate Students, the Office of Graduate Student Life and the Undergraduate Student Government (through the Projects Board).
Students may choose to participate in dance, media (film, broadcast and print), music (vocal and instrumental), theater, service and social, political and special interest, student government, debate, educational, ethnic and religious organizations.
Accreditation
Princeton’s undergraduate programs in aerospace, civil, chemical, electrical, and mechanical engineering are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc.
The National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB) recognizes three types of degrees: the Bachelor of Architecture, the Master of Architecture, and the Doctor of Architecture.
Student Reviews
Princeton University Challenges You Throughout Your Undergraduate Education: That's A Good Thing
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Princeton University provided a welcoming space that allowed me to push myself intellectually, socially, and politically. Specifically regarding my academics, the high expectations of my professors and preceptors motivated me to acquire as much knowledge as I could during the four years of my undergraduate studies. Making connections with my professors furthered my ability...
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Studying at Princeton University was life-changing. The impact that their professors and opportunities had on my academic and future professional career cannot truly be placed into words. I will always feel grateful for having had such a blessed honor to study there.
Opportunities abound
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
Princeton provided seemingly endless resources and opportunities to me during and after my studies. As a self driven student this was incredible. The campus is full of eager, enthusiastic, and competitive students and you learn equally much outside classroom as you do within it. My time at the university has opened incredible opportunities to me and introduced me to...
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