Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
4.50%
SAT Average
1,535
ACT Range
34-35
Princeton University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 4.50%. This means approximately 45 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 5,579 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
4.50%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $59,710 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $59,710 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $80,440 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $10,555 | State avg: $17,613. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 18.72% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 2.96% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Princeton University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$59,710
Room and board
$19,380
Books and supplies
$1,050
Other expenses
$3,900
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$80,440
Average net price
$10,555
Average aid coverage
87%
$69,885 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Princeton University pays approximately $10,555 per year after grants and aid. This is below the New Jersey average of $17,613 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Princeton University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to New Jersey and national averages.
Princeton University net price
$10,555
New Jersey average
$17,613
National average
$17,506
Princeton University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $59,710 and average net price at $10,555. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$59,710
Current net price
$10,555
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
97.09%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$110,066
Undergraduates
5,579
10-Year Median Earnings - Princeton University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Princeton University graduates earn about 2.5x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Princeton University?
Undergraduates
5,579
Completion rate
97.09%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
18.72%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
2.96%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 18.72% of Princeton University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 2.96% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Princeton University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Princeton University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Princeton University lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Princeton University is listed at 1 Nassau Hall, Princeton, NJ 08544-0070. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Princeton University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton University | 4.50% | $59,710 | $10,555 | $110,066 |
| Stevens Institute of Technology | 43.44% | $60,952 | $40,468 | $108,772 |
| Chamberlain University-New Jersey | 90.00% | $20,462 | $36,438 | $92,405 |
| Holy Name Medical Center-Sister Claire Tynan School of Nursing | 25.00% | $23,489 | $21,187 | $87,408 |
| New Jersey Institute of Technology | 66.90% | $35,934 | $16,496 | $84,276 |
Similar Schools in Princeton
This local cluster focuses on nearby Princeton schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Princeton.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Princeton University's acceptance rate?
Princeton University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 4.50%.
How much is Princeton University tuition?
Princeton University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $59,710.
What is Princeton University's average net price?
Princeton University's average net price in the local dataset is $10,555.
What does Princeton University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $2,518 for Princeton University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Princeton University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $110,066 for Princeton University.
Is Princeton University accredited?
Princeton University's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Princeton University?
The local dataset lists 5,579 undergraduate students at Princeton University.
What percentage of Princeton University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Princeton University in the local dataset is 18.72%.
What is the federal loan rate at Princeton University?
The federal loan rate for Princeton University in the local dataset is 2.96%.
Where should I verify Princeton University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Princeton University or the latest official federal education data.