Princeton University
Acceptance Rate Trend
SAT Score Range Trend
(middle 50% of admitted students)
| Year | 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1470 | 1560 |
| 2022 | 1510 | 1570 |
| 2023 | 1510 | 1570 |
| 2024 | 1510 | 1570 |
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๐ Great Fit If You Are:
Quiet intellectuals
if you prefer asking the big questions over chasing the fastest answers, Princeton gives you time and trust.
Philosophical leaders
if you want to lead not just with skill but with reflection and ethics, this school is built around that idea.
Academic purists
if your joy is in the ideas themselves
Independent researchers
if you crave long-term, deep-dive thinking with faculty mentorship, Princeton gives you that space.
Minimalists with discipline
if you value quiet beauty, unshowy excellence, and depth over buzz, Princeton feels like home.
๐จ Not Ideal For:
Hustle-culture enthusiasts
Princeton moves fast intellectually, but not in a startup or social-media kind of way.
Big city lovers
the town is peaceful and slow-paced; NYC is nearby but not part of everyday life.
Extrinsic motivators
if you need constant external validation, prestige signals, or competition to thrive, Princetonโs humility may feel disorienting.
Loose-structure types
the academic rigor and thesis requirement demand planning, persistence, and follow-through.
Social butterflies
the campus is warm and friendly, but not socially hyperactive or extroverted in tone.
Focus on undergraduate education
Princeton places unparalleled emphasis on undergraduates, with small classes, close faculty mentorship, and a required senior thesis for all students.
Generous financial aid
Known for its leading need-based aid program, Princeton eliminates loans from financial aid packages, making it one of the most affordable Ivies for families across income levels.
Residential college system
Every student is assigned to a residential college, creating small, supportive communities within the larger university.
Traditions and culture
Iconic events like the Princeton Reunions (the worldโs largest college reunion), the bonfire after football victories over Harvard and Yale, and the eating club system define student life.
Global impact and research
Despite its small size, Princeton has world-class research strengths in fields like physics, public policy, and the humanities, with institutes such as the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory.
โ๏ธ Weather & Climate
spring
50-70ยฐF (10-21ยฐC)
Mild and pleasant, cherry blossoms on campus
summer
75-90ยฐF (24-32ยฐC)
Hot and humid, occasional heat waves
fall
45-70ยฐF (7-21ยฐC)
Comfortable temperatures, beautiful campus colors
winter
25-45ยฐF (-4-7ยฐC)
Cold with occasional snow, windy city conditions
Four seasons with humid subtropical climate (Generated)
โ๏ธAverage 207 sunny days per year
๐ฉโ๐๐จโ๐ Demographics
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Campus Area Dining
Nearby Areas
Charming town center with diverse options
Chain restaurants and casual dining