Information and an introduction to Princeton University

Princeton University: A World-Class Ivy League Institution

Princeton University, located in Princeton, New Jersey, is a prestigious private research university and one of the Ivy League institutions. Founded in 1746, it is the third-oldest institution of higher learning in the United States.

Academic Excellence

Princeton is renowned for its academic excellence and offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs across its four schools:  

• Princeton University School of Engineering and Applied Science
• Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs
• Princeton University School of Architecture
• Princeton University School of Public Health

The university is particularly known for its programs in economics, politics, and engineering.

Research and Innovation

Princeton is a leading research institution, with faculty members conducting groundbreaking research in a variety of fields. The university is home to numerous research centers and institutes, including the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, the Princeton Institute for International and Regional Studies, and the Princeton Neuroscience Institute.

Campus Life

Princeton’s campus is located in a historic town with a charming atmosphere. The university offers a diverse campus environment with a wide range of student organizations, clubs, and activities. Princeton is also home to a Division I athletic program, competing in the Ivy League Conference.

Notable Alumni

Princeton has produced numerous notable alumni, including:

• Albert Einstein (physicist)
• Woodrow Wilson (U.S. President)
• Michelle Obama (former U.S. First Lady)
• Jeff Bezos (founder of Amazon)
• Toni Morrison (Nobel Prize-winning author)