Welcome to Princeton
Princeton University is a vibrant community of scholarship and learning that enrolls students of all backgrounds and interests. Established in 1746, Princeton is the fourth-oldest college in the United States and is an independent institution that provides undergraduate and graduate instruction in the arts and humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering. As a renowned research university, Princeton seeks to achieve the highest levels in the discovery and spread of knowledge and understanding. Meanwhile, Princeton is distinctive among research universities in its commitment to undergraduate teaching.
Campus Life
A vast range of cultural educational, athletic and social activities are available to Princeton students. Participating in campus life is the quickest way to become a part of the University community, and to create one's own Princeton experience. Campus life activities are built around the concepts of encouraging each community member to display his or her talents and to learn to respect all members of our community.
Library
Princeton University Library consists of the Firestone Library and nine buildings across campus. The library's collections include more than 8 million books and impressive rare books, prints and other materials that require special handling. The library's extensive electronic resources include databases and journals, images and digital maps. Exhibitions from the library's rich collections are free and open to the public.
Aid Program
Our aid program is designed to encourage all qualified students—regardless of financial circumstances to consider applying for admission to Princeton. Any family, who feels they need help to pay for a Princeton education is welcome to apply for aid.
For more information, please visit: // www.Princeton.edu.
