Princeton University
Princeton, USA
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QS World Rank
#27
Institution
Private
Typical intakes in USA
Aug, Jan
Location
Princeton, USA
About Princeton University
Princeton University is an Ivy League private research university in Princeton, New Jersey, USA, strong in mathematics, physics, economics and public affairs.
Indicative tuition: USD65,210 / year · Scholarships can reduce this — we confirm what you qualify for, free.
Entry requirements
A bachelor's degree with an excellent academic record and TOEFL/IELTS (IELTS ~7.0); varies by programme.
Indicative for international postgraduate applicants — your counsellor confirms the exact cut-offs and English scores for your chosen programme, free.
Tuition + living cost calculator
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Programmes at Princeton University
Princeton University offers a wide range of programmes for international students. We confirm the exact courses, tuition and entry requirements that fit your profile — free.
Scholarships for USA
Fulbright Foreign Student Program
Government (Destination) Fully funded Dates vary Tuition, living, travel and related support subject to award Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Research Fellowships
Government (Destination) Living stipend Dates vary Stipend + travel/other support subject to award Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Fulbright-Nehru Master's Fellowships
Government (Destination) Fully funded Dates vary Tuition/fees + living + travel/other allowances subject to award Award Window not confirmed — check the official page Verified12 Aug 2026 Official source Details →Similar universities
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Princeton University — FAQs
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Indicative tuition is around USD65,210 per year for international students. Your counsellor confirms the exact fee for your chosen programme — free.
A bachelor's degree with an excellent academic record and TOEFL/IELTS (IELTS ~7.0); varies by programme.
The main intakes across USA are Aug, Jan. Princeton University sets its own dates per course — we confirm the exact intake and deadline for your shortlist. Apply early: documents, funds and visa processing all take time.
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