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ACCEPTANCE RATE

5.78%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

62%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

5:1

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$50,655

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

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Sociology Program

The sociology program at Princeton University prepares students for careers in defense, social service, schools, software, publishing, and social work in local health agencies, government, and private corporations. The program focuses on the study of human social institutions and social relationships. Program courses include: social theory, sociological research methods, social organization and structure, social stratification and hierarchies, dynamics of social change, family structures, social deviance and control, social institutions, and social problems. Get more details below including other New Jersey colleges that offer sociology program.

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Princeton University

Also known as Princeton Seminary, PTS

64 Mercer St, Princeton, NJ

Princeton University provides a variety of educational opportunities for students to assist them in their growth and development. The school is located in Princeton, New Jersey and operated as a private institution. Approximately 7,700 students are enrolled per year at Princeton University.

Here is a list of some of the popular programs Princeton University offers:

  • Social Sciences
  • Public Administration And Social Services
  • History
  • Engineering
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences

To be considered for admissions, you may be asked to fill out an application, write a personal statement, and submit school records, which are then studied by the admissions staff. Either the ACT or SAT exam can be taken to apply to Princeton University. Scores in a range of 31 to 34 on the ACT or 2110 to 2380 on the SAT are recommended to greatly increase your chances for admission. Competition for admissions among applicants is high, given that only 8% of students who applied are accepted to the school.

Tuition is approximately $42,000 per year, though it may change based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Housing is available for students and costs around $7,300 each year. Princeton University may help with costs by offering financial aid for students that qualify by way of grants and loans.

The Princeton University Tigers participate in a number of athletic programs, as part of the NCAA organization. Available athletic programs offered:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division I-AA)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division I-AA)

For a complete list of programs offered, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at princeton.edu.

Students Enrolled in the Sociology Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Princeton University has offered the following degree levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree41
Master's Degree8
Doctorate Degree11

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male25
Female35

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian5
Black10
Hispanic7
White24
Multiple Races4
Non Resident Alien8
Unknown2

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Sociology program at Princeton University, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Sociologists

Description

Study human society and social behavior by examining the groups and social institutions that people form, as well as various social, religious, political, and business organizations. May study the behavior and interaction of groups, trace their origin and growth, and analyze the influence of group activities on individual members.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, sociologists employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -0.7% from 2014 to 2024

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may provide a better idea of the students Princeton University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Course Credits
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Student Services

To support students and graduates, Princeton University may provide student services like those listed below:

  • Counseling assistance
  • Student employment
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

Princeton Seminary, PTS is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division I-FCS classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Ivy Group)
  • Basketball (Ivy Group)
  • Track and Field (Ivy Group)
  • Fencing
  • Field Hockey
  • Football (Ivy Group)
  • Golf
  • Ice Hockey
  • Lacrosse
  • Rowing
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Squash
  • Swimming and Diving
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Water Polo
  • Wrestling