Is Princeton better than MIT?
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Both are very good but in different areas. MIT is considered a better choice for STEM courses. Princeton University stands out for its UG Liberal Arts courses. MIT has a better global reputation. It ranks above Princeton in the world rankings given by Shiksha and QS World. Princeton ranks above MIT on a national level as part of US News rankings.
Both offer very similar chances of admission. Princeton acceptance rate is 4.6%. MIT's stands at 4.5%.
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Indian food is very limited on campus. However, there are many Indian food options available near the university campus. Some popular ones mentioned below.
| Food Place | Known For | Address |
|---|---|---|
| Chennai Chimney | Masala Dosa, Sambhar, Lunch Buffet | 19 Chamber Street, Princeton, New Jersey |
| The Mauryas Bar & Lounge | Panner Tikka, Butter Chicken, and Naan | 120 Rockingham Row, Princeton, NJ |
| A2B Indian Veg Restaurant | South Indian Food, Coffee, Gobi 65, and Rasam | 3817 US Rte 1, Princeton, NJ 08540 |
There are many things students do for fun at Princeton. Some popular ones are mentioned below.
- Outdoor Action - Outdoor Education and Leadership programme where students go hiking, camping, and rock-climbing
- Fountain Jumping - Take a dip in the Fountain of Freedom
- Cane Spree - Sports competition between freshman and sophomore students
- PSCE Events - The Student Events Committee hosts several weekly events like bingo and craft nights
Deadlines for scholarships at Princeton are the same as the deadlines for admissions. For some scholarships, students may also have to submit a graded written paper. Make sure to send in the applications by the deadlines given below.
| Application Type | Scholarship Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular Decision | Feb 1, 2026 |
| Single Choice Early Action | Nov 9, 2026 |
Yes, Indian students are eligible for a 100% scholarship at Princeton University USA. For that, students would need to perform really well in their academics and get an admission offer from the university. Here are the basic conditions students need to meet to be eligible for scholarships at Princeton.
- Apply via the Common or Coalition app
- Show strong academic scores
- Documents showing personal low income or that of family
- Submit CSS profile and IDOC
- Clear the personal interview (if asked)
Around 90% of all recent seniors at Princeton Jersey, graduated without any debt after scholarships. The university awards scholarship only on the basis of need. There is no limit to the financial award offered to Indian students. It is the same for US students. The university advises students to submit their scholarship applications on time, to get financial awards.
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