A
Excellent
Score: 82/100

Princeton University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Princeton, New Jersey 08544
🌐 www.princeton.edu/
Outcomes
A+
98/100
Affordability
F
28/100
Resources
A+
97/100
Experience
A+
98/100
Prestige
A+
90/100

Quick Stats

8,922
Total Enrollment
97%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
5.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
4%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Princeton University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Molecular Biology
of 15 schools
#4
Public Policy Analysis, General
of 59 schools
#4
Operations Research
of 13 schools
#15
Chemical Engineering
of 100 schools
#16
Chemistry, General
of 100 schools
#18
History, General
of 100 schools
#20
Computer Science
of 100 schools
#20
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
of 100 schools
#22
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
of 100 schools
#30
Political Science and Government, General
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $59,710 $59,710
Room $11,400
Board $7,980
Total Cost (On-Campus) $84,040 $84,040

Financial Aid

61%
Receive Any Aid
19%
Receive Pell Grants
8%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

8,922
Total Students
48%
Women
98%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 33%
Hispanic 9%
Black 7%
Asian 19%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 24%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 98%
25-64 (Adult) 1%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Princeton University?
Princeton University has an acceptance rate of 4%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Princeton University?
Tuition at Princeton University is $59,710 for in-state students and $59,710 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Princeton University?
The graduation rate at Princeton University is 97%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Princeton University a good school?
Princeton University has a Repit College Score of 82/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Princeton University?
Princeton University has a total enrollment of 8,922 students. Most students (98%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology