Overview
Student Population
National Rank
| Location | Princeton, New Jersey |
| Online | princeton.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Princeton, New Jersey, Princeton University is a mid-size four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 35,370 prospective students applied, and 1,940 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,339 enrolled in the school. 8,267 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 107 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $49,450 plus fees of $890. Princeton is ranked 3 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 1440/1570 |
| ACT | 32/35 |
| GPA | 3.87 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,050 |
| Other Fees | $890 |
| Room and Board | $16,360 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,150 |
| Total One Year Cost | $70,900 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 25% |
| Engineering | 17% |
| Biology | 10% |
| History | 7% |
| Human Services | 7% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=186131 IPEDS survey data for Princeton University.