Princeton University scholarships are being offered to international students with high academic potential. These fully funded scholarships are offered to both the undergraduate and graduate students.

Princeton University is known around the world for its excellence in academics. Founded in 1746, this university is the fourth oldest university in America and was one of nine colleges that were chartered before the American Revolution. Also, it is a member of Ivy League, the most prestigious group of universities that are located in America. 

Princeton University Rankings

The excellence in academics can be shown in its very high rankings. In the US, the US News ranked this university as either first or second best university for 15 years. Globally, Time Higher Education ranking ranked this university as the 7th best university in the world. In other rankings, Princeton is always in the top 10 universities in the world. 

Princeton University Alumni

Not only the rankings, but the success of its alumni shows Princeton’s excellence in academics. It has educated two US Presidents, James Madison and Woodrow Wilson; 12 Supreme Court Justices, 16 Nobel Prize Winners; and prominent figures such as Michelle Obama, Amazon Founder Jeff Bezos. 

Princeton University Tuition and Fees

Princeton University tuition and fees for international students is the same as the domestic students. The total is $63,600 which consist of tuition and fees, room and boarding. The high cost of tuition and fees are largely covered by Princeton University scholarships which averaged $50,000 for each student who has received aid. For more information, visit Princeton University Tuition and Fees.

Princeton University Scholarships (Undergraduate) 

The International Students Page from Princeton University Website states, “The full need [Tuition, room, and board] of all admitted international students is met the same as it is for students from the United States. Your family’s ability to pay for your university education is not a factor in our admission decision.”  

Because of the high cost of Princeton University tuition and fees, international students are sometimes hesitant to apply to this excellent university. However, this university is a full-need university which means that the financial need of all students will be met. Also, it is a need-blind university which means that the amount of scholarships that a student needs does not affect the admission decision. 

Since it is a very prestigious university, it admitted only 6.5 percent of all undergraduate applications in 2016. You would need to be the top or at least in the top 10% of your class to have a chance in admissions. 

If you want to know more about need-blind and full-need policy for undergraduate students, I recommend reading 4 Different Types of Colleges and Financial Aid Available for International Students and Top 5 Questions that International Students ask about Financial Aid in USA. 

Princeton University Scholarships (Master’s) 

There are numerous fully-funded fellowships and assistantships available for international students looking to study Master’s degree in Princeton. Every application is considered for funding based on the availability of funds and applicant’s financial need.  

Fellowships 

There are many fellowships available for international students. To view the complete list, visit University and Endowed Fellowships. All successful applicants will be considered for fellowship opportunities. 

Assistantships 

There are two types of assistantships: Assistantships in Instruction (AI), and Assistantships in Research (AR). They will be paid tuition contribution and a stipend for their work. To view the stipend rates, visit this page. For more information about assistantships, visit Assistantship Overview. All students will be considered for assistantship opportunities. 

Princeton University Scholarships (Ph.D) 

Cost and Funding Page in Princeton University website states, “Princeton guarantees funding for its regularly enrolled, degree-seeking Ph.D. candidates for all years of regular program enrollment, contingent upon satisfactory academic performance.”  

All students who do get accepted into Princeton’s PhD program are guaranteed to receive Princeton University tuition and living stipend for four or five years depending on the program. Students who receive additional fellowships will receive more money than the guaranteed amount. 

Application Deadline 

• Undergraduate- Application opens in August 1st and closes in January 15th. 
• Graduate- The application is open from September 1st and closes around December. (The deadline varies for different programs. To view the deadline for each program, visit Department Admission Deadlines.) 

How to Apply 

Undergraduate Students 

In order to apply for Princeton University scholarships for international students, they must use the Common Application, an online application which is accepted in more than 700 colleges in America. For application procedures, visit International Undergraduate Admission

Graduate Students 

Prospective students must use the Princeton Graduate School’s online application. For application procedures, visit  International Graduate Admission