Who are the notable alumni of Princeton University?
Princeton has a remarkable alumni network of over 100,000 graduates worldwide, which further adds to its popularity. It has proved conducive to launching the dreams of many notable personalities. Some of the well-known names include:
| Alumni Name | Known For |
|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy | 35th president of the United States from 1961 until his assassination in 1963 |
| Jeff Bezos | American businessman, media proprietor, and investor. He is the founder, executive chairman, and former president and CEO of Amazon |
| Michelle Obama | American attorney and author who served as the first lady of the United States from 2009 to 2017 |
| Woodrow Wilson | 28th president of the United States from 1913 to 1921. A member of the Democratic Party, Wilson served as the president of Princeton University and as the governor of New Jersey |
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Princeton University tuition fee is between INR 53L and INR 61 L for UG, and INR 46 and INR 55L for PG programs. International students can check the table below for tuition fee of popular programs below:
Course | Tuition |
|---|---|
INR 46.54 L - 55.99 L | |
INR 46.54 L - 55.99 L | |
INR 53.57 L | |
INR 53.57 L - 55.99 L | |
INR 53.57 L - 61.14 L | |
INR 53.57 L - 58.51 L | |
INR 53.57 L - 58.51 L | |
INR 58.51 L | |
INR 53.57 L - 55.99 L |
Indian students should check the basic qualification and requirements before applying to any UG or PG programs. The application for UG is available on Common or coalition app, where PG students can apply through online university portal. The application portals for UG and PG are given below:
- UG: Coal
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 2
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 und
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