Why Princeton

A top-20 Division I Athletic Department. The No. 1 National University, 15 years running. An alumni community second to none. A connection that lasts a lifetime. This is Princeton.

Princeton and the Department of Athletics positions Tiger student-athletes to pursue excellence on the field, in the classroom, and in all areas of their life. With a proud and elite tradition of championship-caliber athletics (i.e., record 70 conference titles over the past four years, top-20 national rank in Learfield Directors’ Cup), a dedicated focus on the undergraduate student experience, a commitment to holistic growth and an unmatched alumni network, Princeton empowers individuals to become their best selves—prepared to pursue their passions in life with the strength of the Orange & Black community by their side.

Student-Athlete Reflections
Princeton Class of 2026