Brown University

Brown University is a private Ivy League research university in Providence, Rhode Island. It is the seventh-oldest institution of higher education in the United States. It founded in 1764 as the College in the English Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations.

Brown's history is marked by innovation and excellence. The university was founded by Baptists who sought to create a college that would be open to students of all faiths. Brown was one of the first colleges in the United States to admit women, and it has a long history of diversity and inclusion.

In the 19th century, Brown became a leading center for scientific research. The university's president, Francis Wayland, established a new curriculum that emphasized science and mathematics. Brown also became home to a number of renowned scientists, including Asa Gray, the father of American botany, and William James, the father of American psychology.

In the 20th century, Brown continued to grow and develop. The university expanded its curriculum to include new fields such as engineering and business. Brown also became a leader in the field of medical education. In 1971, Brown established the Brown University School of Medicine, which has become one of the most prestigious medical schools in the United States.

Today, Brown University is a world-class institution of higher education. The university is known for its innovative undergraduate education, its strong research programs, and its commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Brown is known for its liberal arts & sciences programs, and its distinctive undergraduate experience rooted in its flexible yet rigorous Open Curriculum. The university also has a wide array of master's and doctoral programs, executive education offerings, and pre-college programs. Brown welcomes talented, high-achieving students who contribute a wide diversity of views, experiences, and perspectives. The university is a leading research university where the curiosity, creativity, and intellectual joy of students drives academic excellence.

Based on the QS World University Rankings of 2024, Brown University is positioned as the #73 top university in the world. The rank decreased by 10 points from last year.

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2025 Ranking	#79
University Name	Brown University
Year Established	1764
Motto	In deo speramus
Motto in English	In God we hope
Governing Type	Private (Not for Profit)
Student Body	Co-education
Highest Degree	Doctorate
Campus Type	Urban
Colors	Seal brown, cardinal red and white

Location

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Address	Prospect Street, Providence, Rhode Island, United States
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Phone	+1 (401) 863 1000
Fax	+1 (401) 863 3700
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	Bachelor's Degrees	Master's Degrees	Doctorate Degrees	Diplomas
Arts & Humanities				n/a
Business & Social Sciences	n/a			n/a
Engineering	n/a			n/a
Language & Cultural Studies	n/a			n/a
Medicine & Health				n/a
Science & Technology	n/a			n/a

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International Students Allowed	Yes
Student Body	Men and Women
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