Princeton University

Princeton University is a private Ivy League research university in Princeton, New Jersey. Established in 1746, it is the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States.

History

Princeton University was chartered in 1746 as the College of New Jersey. It was renamed Princeton University in 1896 in honor of the area where it is located. The university has a rich history that reflects the intellectual and social life of the United States over more than 275 years.

Campus

The university's 500-acre campus features a variety of architectural styles, ranging from High Victorian Gothic to contemporary. The campus is known for its beautiful setting and historic buildings like Nassau Hall, which is the oldest building on campus.

Academics

Princeton University offers undergraduate and graduate instruction in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering. It offers professional degrees through the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs, the School of Engineering and Applied Science, and the School of Architecture.

Student life

Princeton's vibrant campus life revolves around a wide range of student activities. The university has over 300 student organizations, and its athletic teams, known as the Tigers, compete in the Ivy League.

Notable alumni

Princeton University has a long list of notable alumni, including two U.S. Presidents, 12 U.S. Supreme Court Justices, and numerous living billionaires and foreign heads of state.

See also

• List of Ivy League universities
• Education in the United States

External links

• Official website

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