Princeton University
Princeton, NJ. Admissions numbers, deadlines, cost and your chances of getting in, by round.
| Location | Princeton, NJ · Small city |
|---|---|
| Type | Private |
| Undergraduates | 5,709 |
| Acceptance rate | 4% |
| SAT (middle 50%, reported) | 1490–1580 · 59% submit |
| SAT estimated for all students | 1480–1570 |
| ACT (middle 50%) | 33–35 |
| Testing policy | Optional |
| Graduation rate | 97% |
| First-year retention | 97% |
| Student–faculty ratio | 5:1 |
| Cost of attendance | $84,040 |
| Application fee | $85 |
Application deadlines (2026–27)
- Restrictive Early Action: Nov 1, 2026
- Regular Decision: Jan 1, 2027
Most popular majors: Social sciences, Engineering, Computer science, Biology, Public policy & social work.
Princeton campus map
On campus
Racquet and Recreation Fieldhouse, Jadwin Gymnasium, Firestone Library, Eric and Wendy Schmidt Hall, Briger Hall, Dillon Gymnasium, Forbes College, Frist Campus Center, Princeton Theological Seminary Library, Andlinger Center.
Around campus
- Places to eat: Alfalfa, Proof, Ficus, Olives, Hoagie Haven, Pizza Den
- Coffee: Small World Coffee, illy Coffee At Earth's End Princeton, Junbi, Teresa's Cafe & Wine Bar
- Nightlife: Alchemist & Barrister, Ivy Inn
- Shops: Hamilton Jewelers, Princeton Record Exchange, Jay's Cycles
- Museums and culture: Princeton Public Library, Bayard Rustin Center for Social Justice, Paul Robeson Center for the Arts, Morven Museum
- Groceries: CVS Pharmacy, Whole Earth Center
- Parks: Rise Power Yoga, Marquand Park, Turning Basin Park
Nearest train: Princeton.