Princeton University, the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States, was originally established as the College of New Jersey in 1746. It relocated to Princeton in 1756 and was renamed Princeton University in 1896. The university is known for its historic campus, distinguished faculty, and a strong emphasis on undergraduate education.
| Acronym | PU |
| Nickname | Tigers |
| Motto / Slogan | Dei Sub Numine Viget |
| Colour | Orange and Black |
| Mascot | Tiger |
| Founded | 1746 |
| Location | Princeton, New Jersey, United States |
| Address | Princeton University Princeton, New Jersey 08544 |
Princeton University advances learning through scholarship, research, and teaching of unsurpassed quality, with an emphasis on undergraduate and doctoral education that is distinctive among the world’s great universities, and with a pervasive commitment to serve the nation and the world.
A Princeton education will prepare you for success in whatever career path you choose. Our goal is to nurture the talents of each generation of Princeton students, empowering graduates who will flourish and change the world for the better. Throughout your time at Princeton, you will have access to numerous resources to help you design your visions for meaningful career paths and prepare for the future.
Princeton’s International Internship Program offers more than 400 internship opportunities in roughly 60 countries. Summer placements are arranged especially for Princeton undergraduates at nongovernmental organizations, private companies and public interest companies. The Center for Career Development also provides resources for students to identify international internships.
Beyond the classroom, students have countless avenues to explore new interests, connect with others and build community in ways that both support and challenge them.
Entry requirements varies. Check the entry requirements for your course.
International Students:
Before you begin preparing your application, we encourage you to review our application checklist, standardized testing requirements, and financial aid program.
Entry requirements varies. Check the entry requirements for your course.
International Students:
The application to a master’s or Ph.D. program is the same for U.S. citizens, permanent residents or international applicants. More information about graduate admission.
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As president, Eisgruber has led efforts to increase the representation of low-income and first-generation students at Princeton and other colleges and universities. Pri... read more
Before Dean Jarrett’s current role at Princeton, he was the Seryl Kushner Dean of the College of Arts and Science and professor of English at New York University. Prior to that, he worked at Boston University, where he was a professor jointly appointed in the Department of English and the Program in African American Studies; he also served as chair of the English department and associate dean of the faculty for the humanities. Before Boston University, he began his academic career as an assistant professor of English at the University of Maryland, College Park. In 2021, Dean Jarrett was appointed to the Association of American Universities’ Advisory Board for Racial Equity in Higher Education, which seeks to address issues of racial inequity on campus and examine structural barriers to academic access and success in higher education.
Joanna graduated ... read more
She began her career in college administration while still a graduate student at Columbia University working with Playwrights Horizon Theatre to coordinate curricular and co-curricular programs for their NYU students. She joined her alma mater, Mount Holyoke College, as an assistant dean of students responsible for working with students of color and cultural organizations. She held several other student affairs positions at Mount Holyoke, including director of diversity and inclusion, associate dean of the college and acting dean of the college, before joining Skidmore College, where she served as dean of students and vice president for student affairs. She came to Princeton in 2015.
2022
Nobel Peace Prize laureate Maria Ressa ’86 returned to campus to receive Alumni Day honors, along with Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Julia Wolfe, Graduate School class of 2012
2020
Supreme Court ruled to restore DACA after hearing lawsuit presented by Princeton, Microsoft and Princeton graduate Maria Perales Sanchez
1996
250th anniversary celebrated
1971
Third World Center founded (renamed the Fields ... read more
1888
Pedro Rioseco becomes the first known Hispanic graduate from Princeton
1876
The Princetonian is published for the first time (still published daily by students during the academic year)
1746
College of New Jersey founded in Elizabeth, New Jersey, by the Presbyterian Synod
1696
Town of Princeton settled