Hi there! I'm thinking of applying to Princeton but one thing that's bothering me is I'm not sure about the size of the undergrad student population. Can anyone share some information on this? I want a place that's not too overcrowded but still keeps me socially engaged.
Princeton University's undergraduate student body size is on the smaller end for a university, which some students really appreciate as it allows for a greater sense of community, safer campus, and often smaller class sizes. As of the 2024-2025 academic year, Princeton has approximately 5,400 undergraduate students, which is indeed quite intimate compared to larger universities. This size means that you'd likely see familiar faces often while still meeting new people throughout your time there.
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