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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Princeton University is attended by 197 students from India, per the latest enrollment stats. The Class of 2029 includes students from 65 countries. China, South Korea, Bangladesh, and Pakistan are the other Asian countries represented at Princeton Jersey.
Given below is a breakdown of the Class of 2029 based on ethnicity.
| Background | Precentage of Students |
|---|---|
| White | 28.5% |
| Asian American | 27% |
| International Citizens | 14.1% |
| Hispanic or Latino | 9.2% |
| Unknown | 8.2% |
| Multiracial | 7.7% |
| Black of African American | 5.0% |
| American Indian or Alaska Native | 0.1% |
Yes, Princeton is the #1 university in the world in 2026, according to US News. It also ranks #1 as part of the Best Value Schools category rankings given by the same platform. Given below is how US News ranks Princeton for different categories.
| Category | Rank in the US (2026) |
|---|---|
| Best Colleges for Veterans | #6 |
| Learning Communities | #11 |
| UG Research or Creative Projects | #11 |
| Best UG Engineering Programs | #11 |
| Studies Abroad | #36 |
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.
Wentworth Miller attended the University of Princeton. He is known for his role of Micheal Scofield in Prison Break. Miller pursued a UG degree in English Literature, graduating in 1995.
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.
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