Brown University
- 4 Year
- PROVIDENCE, RI
CollegeGrad School
Brown University
- grade A+Overall Grade
- 4 Year
- PROVIDENCE, RI
- Rating 3.84 out of 5 1,083 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Valuegrade A
- Diversitygrade A+
- Campusgrade A minus
- Athleticsgrade B+
- Party Scenegrade A minus
- Professorsgrade A+
- Locationgrade A+
- Dormsgrade B
- Campus Foodgrade B
- Student Lifegrade A+
- Safetygrade B+
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I-FCS
Athletic Conference
Ivy League
From Brown University
Brown is a leading research university distinct for its unique Open Curriculum. Students pursue rigorous scholarship as the architects of their educational experience, exploring a range of subjects before selecting an area of focus. A Brown education pushes students to be creative thinkers, intellectual risk-takers and entrepreneurial problem-solvers. Graduates leave College Hill ready to confront, address and solve problems facing society, the nation and the world.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
January 3
Acceptance Rate
5%
SAT Range
1490-1580
ACT Range
34-36
Application Fee
$75
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Considered but not required
Accepts Common App
Yes
Will You Get In?
Will You Get Into Brown?
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Cost
Net Price
$26,723 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$55,847 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
55%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
7:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
87%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 55 responses76%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 75 responses50%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 74 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Computer Science213 Graduates
- Economics184 Graduates
- Biology156 Graduates
- Computational and Applied Mathematics131 Graduates
- Political Science and Government78 Graduates
- Engineering70 Graduates
- History68 Graduates
- Public Policy Analysis68 Graduates
- English64 Graduates
- Public Health58 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
7,189 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
450
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
14%
Varsity Athletes
13%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
100%
Poll
48%
of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join. 100 responsesPoll
61%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 114 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$67,500 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
95%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
91%
National
83%90%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 42 responsesBrown University Reviews
Rating 3.84 out of 5 1,083 reviews
Athletics --- Brown's focus is not on athletics. If the alum's do not support your program - it may be under funded and facilities inadequate. You may be asked to support the team financially and support travel several times a year. Academic course selection is not given preference to athletes schedules either. In addition, Have had issues with professors not working with team travel and exam schedules. Before committing to play a sport at this university determine if that sport is well funded (it's obvious by the training facility). Check that your or someone in your network is able to give additional money for travel (unlike financial aid for academics everyone is asked to contribute). There is a constant threat that current varsity sports will be reduced to club sport level. See spring 2020 removal of 11 sports. Further follow the lawsuits that resulted.
My experience has been absolutely incredible. As everyone says, the open curriculum really makes a world of difference as it allows you to choose your own path and not be hampered by requirements that you might never need or have little to no interest in. I am an athlete and have had great experience with athletics and academics because Brown is really good about accommodating student-athletes when it comes to game and practice schedules.
Attending Brown University was an enriching and transformative experience. I cherished the vibrant community that fostered intellectual curiosity and diversity. The open curriculum allowed me to explore a wide range of subjects, fostering interdisciplinary connections and personal growth. The faculty were not only experts in their fields but also approachable mentors who genuinely cared about students' academic and personal development. I appreciated the emphasis on critical thinking and the encouragement to question assumptions. However, I would suggest enhancing resources for mental health support and increasing accessibility to financial aid for students from underprivileged backgrounds. Overall, Brown provided a nurturing environment that empowered me to thrive academically and personally.