Princeton University
Princeton University
Princeton University (/ˈprɪns.tən juː.nɪˈvɜːr.sɪ.ti/) is a private Ivy League research university in Princeton, New Jersey.
Etymology
The name "Princeton" has a rich history dating back to the 18th century. The university was originally chartered as the College of New Jersey in 1746, and was renamed Princeton University in 1896 in honor of the town where it resides.
History
Princeton University was founded in 1746, making it the fourth-oldest institution of higher education in the United States. The university has been led by 20 presidents, spanning colonial times to the 21st century.
Academics
Princeton University offers undergraduate and graduate instruction in the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, and engineering. It offers professional degrees through the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs, the Princeton University School of Engineering and Applied Science, the School of Architecture and the Bendheim Center for Finance.
Campus
The university's main campus sits on about 500 acres (2.0 km2) in Princeton. The buildings on campus represent a variety of architectural styles, ranging from High Victorian Gothic to contemporary.
Notable Alumni
Princeton University has been associated with many notable alumni throughout its history, including U.S. Presidents, Supreme Court Justices, and numerous living billionaires and foreign heads of state.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Princeton University
- Wikipedia's article - Princeton University
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