The Basics About Princeton University
Princeton University is a private institution that was founded in 1746. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,113, its setting is suburban, and the campus size is 500 acres. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Princeton University's ranking in the 2011 edition of Best Colleges is National Universities, 2. Its tuition and fees are $36,640.
Overview: Princeton University
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General Information
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Institutional Control:
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Private
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Year founded:
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1746
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Religious affiliation:
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N/A
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Academic calendar:
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semester
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Fall 2009 Total number of undergraduates:
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5,113
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Setting:
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suburban
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2009 Endowment:
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$13,386,280,000
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Fall Admissions
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Application deadline:
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1/1
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Application fee:
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$65
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Fall 2009 Acceptance rate:
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10%
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Selectivity:
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most selective
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Expenses
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Costs:
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2010-2011 Tuition and Fees: $36,640
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Student Life at Princeton University
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Princeton, the fourth-oldest college in the United States, is located in the quiet town of Princeton, N.J.. Within the walls of its historic ivy-covered campus, Princeton offers a number of events, activities, and organizations. The Princeton Tigers, members of the Ivy League, are well known for their consistently strong men’s and women’s lacrosse teams. Students live in one of six residential colleges that provide a residential community as well as dining services but have the option to join one of the 12 eating clubs for their junior and senior years. The eating clubs serve as social and dining organizations for the students who join them. Princeton’s unofficial motto, "In the Nation’s Service and in the Service of All Nations," speaks to the university’s commitment to community service.
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Other Facts About Princeton University
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Princeton includes highly ranked graduate programs through the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairsand School of Engineering and Applied Sciences. Princeton, along with Harvard and the University of Virginia, eliminated its early decision program in 2006 in an attempt to create a more equal opportunity admissions process for applicants of all socioeconomic backgrounds. One unique aspect of Princeton’s academic program is that all undergraduate students are required to write a senior thesis. Notable alumni include U.S. President Woodrow Wilson; John Forbes Nash, subject of the 2001 film A Beautiful Mind; model/actress Brooke Shields; and First Lady Michelle Obama. According to Princeton legend, if a student exits campus through FitzRandolph Gate prior to graduation, he or she may be cursed never to graduate.
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Mission (as provided by the school)
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Princeton University is unique in combining the strengths of a major research university with the qualities of an outstanding liberal arts college. Whether through independent study, student-initiated seminars, or lectures in emerging fields such as neuroscience, Princeton students have the flexibility to shape dynamic academic programs that prepare them for leadership and lives of service. Through its groundbreaking financial aid program, Princeton ensures that all qualified students who are accepted can afford to attend the University. Chartered in 1746, Princeton is renowned for its commitment to undergraduate teaching. Its faculty are known throughout the world and it is not unusual for students to learn from Nobel laureates, Pulitzer Prize winners, and MacArthur fellows. Students benefit from small class sizes and one-on-one advising with faculty, particularly while doing independent work such as the senior thesis. All intellectual endeavors of Princeton's 5,000 undergraduate students are supported by a range of first-rate academic resources, such as libraries, laboratories, and even an art museum. The academic options at Princeton give students flexibility in pursuing their intellectual interests while working toward either the Bachelor of Arts or the Bachelor of Science in Engineering. Students also may choose from among 46 interdisciplinary programs, creating combinations of academic interests. For example, a student might major in physics while also earning a certificate in Latin American studies. The University is located in the town of Princeton, which has a diverse population of 30,000 residents and is situated between New York City and Philadelphia, with rail service to both cities. Princeton is a residential university that provides a welcoming environment, advising services, cultural and educational events, intramural sports, and more. As a residential community, Princeton provides housing for all four years. Princeton's six residential colleges offer settings where students quickly can become involved in campus activities. Students can participate in 300 student-run organizations, the arts, civic engagement, student government, religious groups, and athletics.
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Applications: Princeton University
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Regular Decision
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Application deadline:
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1/1
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Notification date:
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03/31
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Deadline for accepting admissions offers:
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N/A
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Early Decision
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Is an early decision plan offered?
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No
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Early decision deadline:
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N/A
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Early decision decision sent by:
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N/A
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Early Action
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Is an early action plan offered?
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No
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Early action deadline:
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N/A
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Early action decision sent by:
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N/A
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Application Fee
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Application fee:
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$65
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Is the application fee refundable?
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No
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Can the application fee be waived for students with financial need?
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Yes
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Is it possible to defer admission?
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Yes
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Application Formats
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Can applications be submitted via E-mail?
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No
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Electronic application URL:
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http://www.princeton.edu/pr/admissions/u/appl
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Tuition and Room Deposits
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Tuition deposit:
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$0
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Is the tuition deposit refundable?
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N/A
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Room deposit:
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$0
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Is the room deposit refundable?
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N/A
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Contact Information
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Admissions director:
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Janet L Rapelye
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Admissions office phone number:
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(609) 258-3060
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Admissions E-mail:
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Requirements and Factors: Princeton University
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Admission Requirements
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Admission interview?
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Recommended
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Campus visit?
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Recommended
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Off-campus interviews?
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may be arranged with an admission representative
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Does the school have an open admission policy?
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No
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Does the college use SAT or ACT scores in admissions decisions for first-time, first-year applicants?
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Yes
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Standardized tests?
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Either SAT or ACT required.
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ACT Writing test?
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ACT with writing required
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SAT/ACT scores must be received by:
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01/01
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SAT Subject Test scores must be received by:
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01/01
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High school completion requirement for admissions:
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High school diploma or equivalent is not required
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General college-preparatory program?
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Recommend
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Academic Factors Used in Admissions Decisions
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Rigor of secondary school record?
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Very Important
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Class rank?
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Very Important
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Academic GPA?
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Very Important
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Standardized test scores?
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Very Important
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Application essay?
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Very Important
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Recommendations?
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Very Important
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Nonacademic Factors Used in Admissions Decisions
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Interview?
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Considered
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Extracurricular activities?
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Important
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Talent/ability?
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Very Important
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Character/personal qualities?
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Very Important
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Being a first-generation college student?
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Considered
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Alumni/ae relations?
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Considered
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Geographical residence?
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Considered
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State residency?
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Not Considered
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Religious affiliation/commitment?
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Not Considered
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Race/ethnicity?
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Considered
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Volunteer work?
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Considered
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Work experience?
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Considered
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Level of the applicant's interest?
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Considered
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Required High School Course Work
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Recommended High School Course Work
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High school units recommended in English:
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4
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High school units recommended in Foreign languages:
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4
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High school units recommended in History:
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2
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High school units recommended in Mathematics:
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4
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High school units recommended in Science:
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4
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High school units recommended in Science Labs:
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2
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High school units recommended in Social Studies:
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2
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Total high school units recommended:
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21
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Entering Class Statistics: Princeton University
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Fall 2009 Selectivity
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Selectivity:
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most selective
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Fall 2009 Acceptance rate:
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10%
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Early decision acceptance rate:
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N/A
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Early action acceptance rate:
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N/A
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Acceptance rate (excluding early action and early decision students):
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10%
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Fall 2009 Applications, Acceptances, and Enrollments
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Number of applicants:
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21,963
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Number of applicants accepted:
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2,209
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Freshman enrollment for Fall 2009:
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1,320
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Percent of total enrolled incoming freshmen who been accepted under either early acceptance or early action:
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N/A
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Number of male applicants:
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11,117
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Number of male applicants accepted for Fall 2009:
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1,108
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Male freshman enrollment:
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662
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Number of female applicants:
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10,846
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Number of female applicants accepted Fall 2009:
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1,101
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Female freshman enrollment:
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658
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Fall 2009 Wait List
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Does the school have a waiting list?
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Yes
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Number of applicants placed on a waiting list:
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1,332
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Number of students on the wait list accepted:
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937
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Number of students enrolled from a waiting list:
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60
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Fall 2009 High School Rank
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Percent of first-year students submitting high school class standing:
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30%
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2009 Freshmen in top 10 percent of high school class:
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95%
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2009 Freshmen in top 25 percent of high school class:
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100%
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2009 Freshmen in top 50 percent of high school class:
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100%
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Fall 2009 High School GPA
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Percent of first-year students submitting high school GPA:
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100%
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Average high school GPA:
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3.9
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Fall 2009 Freshmen SAT Scores
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Percent of first-year students submitting SAT scores:
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96%
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SAT Critical Reading 25th-75th percentile range:
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690-790
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SAT Math 25th-75th percentile range:
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700-790
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SAT Writing 25th-75th percentile range:
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700-780
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SAT Essay 25th-75th percentile range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 700-800 range:
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74%
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 600-699 range:
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22%
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 500-599 range:
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4%
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 400-499 range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 300-399 range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Critical Reading scores in the 200-299 range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 700-800 range:
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75%
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 600-699 range:
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23%
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 500-599 range:
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2%
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 400-499 range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 300-399 range:
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N/A
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Percent with SAT Math scores in the 200-299 range:
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N/A
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Fall 2009 Freshmen ACT Scores
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Percent of first-year students submitting ACT scores:
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25%
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ACT English 25th-75th percentile range:
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32-35
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ACT Math 25th-75th percentile range:
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31-35
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ACT Composite 25th-75th percentile range:
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31-35
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 30-36 range:
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87%
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 24-29 range:
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12%
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 18-23 range:
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1%
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 12-17 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT English scores in the 6-11 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT English scores below 6:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 30-36 range:
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83%
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 24-29 range:
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17%
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 18-23 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 12-17 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Math scores in the 6-11 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Math scores below 6:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 30-36 range:
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89%
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 24-29 range:
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11%
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 18-23 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 12-17 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Composite scores in the 6-11 range:
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N/A
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Percent with ACT Composite scores below 6:
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N/A
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International Student Admissions: Princeton University
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Deadlines and Requirements
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Application deadline:
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January 1 (Fall)
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Preapplication form required?
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No
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Separate application form required?
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No
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TOEFL
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TOEFL requirement?
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N/A
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May the TOEFL be submitted in place of the SAT or ACT?
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No
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Minimum TOEFL score required (paper test):
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N/A
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Minimum TOEFL score required (internet test):
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N/A
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Average TOEFL score (paper test):
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N/A
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Average TOEFL score (internet test):
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N/A
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