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Brown University

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world rank  64

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Overview

Brown University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Founded in 1764, Brown University (BU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. BU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. This 262-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The institution reports an acceptance rate of 0-9%. It is considered an extremely selective. International students are welcome to apply. BU also provides students with several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

Brown University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Brown University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Brown University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Brown University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Acronym BU
Founded 1764
Motto In deo speramus
In God we hope
Colours Seal brown, cardinal red and white
Mascot Bruno the Bear

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Location

Address One Prospect Street
Providence
02912 Rhode Island
United States
Brown University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Brown University Phone Number (401) 863 1000
Brown University Fax Number (401) 863 3700
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Brown University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1929


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Brown University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs, Inc.
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Brown University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Brown University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Brown University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Brown University's academic range and degree level offering.



Brown University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes Yes
Eng Yes Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Brown University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Brown University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Brown University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Brown University.



Brown University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Brown University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Brown University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Brown University Admission Info


Brown University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Brown University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Brown University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Brown University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Brown University's acceptance rate ranges from 0 to 9%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Brown University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes
Brown University has more than 2100 international students.


Brown University's Admission Office Admission Office

45 Prospect Street, PO Box 1876
Providence 02912
(401) 863 2378


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Brown University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Brown University Size and Profile


Brown University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Brown University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Brown University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Brown University's academic staff ranges from 900 to 999 members.


Brown University's Control Type Control Type

Brown University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Brown University's Entity Type Entity Type

Brown University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Brown University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Brown University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Brown University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Brown University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Brown University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Brown University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Brown University Facilities


Brown University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Brown University's Library
Brown University's library has 6 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 2,697,294 physical volumes, 173,959 physical media, 58,023 digital/electronic media and 551 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 126 full-time employees, including 32 librarians. Brown University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Brown University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Brown University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 5,013 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Brown University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Brown University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Brown University Services


Brown University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Brown University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Brown University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Brown University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Brown University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Brown University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Brown University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Brown University
  • College and Graduate School
  • Pembroke Center for Teaching and Research on Women
  • Warren Alpert Medical School
  • Watson Institute for International Studies

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Memberships and Affiliations

Brown University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Brown University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of American Universities (AAU)
  • Ivy League
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brown University public or private?

Brown University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Brown University profit or non-profit?

Brown University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Brown University in terms of enrollment?

Brown University has a student enrollment ranging from 10,000 to 14,999, making it a large-sized institution.

What is the size of Brown University in terms of academic staff?

Brown University's academic staff ranges from 900 to 999 members.

Is Brown University a coeducational institution?

Brown University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Brown University use?

Brown University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Brown University affiliated with?

None.

Does Brown University admit international students?

Yes. Brown University has more than 2100 international students.

What is Brown University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Brown University's acceptance rate ranges from 0 to 9%, making it an extremely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Brown University BU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Brown University BU located?

Brown University is located in Providence, Rhode Island, United States. Address: One Prospect Street.

Is Brown University BU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Brown University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education (since 1929).

Does Brown University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Brown University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Brown University have a university library?

Yes Brown University's library has 6 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 2,697,294 physical volumes, 173,959 physical media, 58,023 digital/electronic media and 551 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 126 full-time employees, including 32 librarians. Brown University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Brown University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Brown University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 5,013 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Brown University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Brown University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Brown University offer career services?

Yes

Does Brown University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Brown University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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