Which famous scientists attended the University of Princeton?
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Many famous scientists attended Princeton University or atleast were affiliated with it, as part of their research. Some popular ones are mentioned below.
- Richard Feynman - Pursued a PhD in Princeton University, won a Nobel Prize in Physics
- Kip Thorne - Pursued a PhD in 1965. Known for his work on understanding Gravitational waves. Nobel Laureate in Physics
- Frances Arnold - Nobel Laureate in Chemistry (2018)
- John Hopfield - American Physicist and Emeritius Professor at Princeton. Won a Nobel in 2024 for Physics, for his work on energy functions and Machine Learning.
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He was part of the singing groups and acted in campus productions before he started his career. Apart from acting, he also screenwrited the 2013 thriller movie, Stoker.
Yes, Steve Forbes, attended Princeton Jersey. He is the chairman and editor-in-chief of the business magazine, Forbes. Steve graduated with an BA in History, in 1970. He also co-founded the student-run magazine, Business Today.
He also received honorary degrees from Lehigh University and the New York Institute of Technology. Steve also served former US Presidents Ronald Reagan and George Bush as part of the Board for International Broadcasting.
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 |
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