Verified College DataA Doctoral University (which undergraduates attend) with very high research activityNCAA Division I

Brown University

Providence, RI, United States

6% admit rate96% graduationprivate nonprofit

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Brown University is located in Rhode Island’s most populous city, Providence, which is really easy to reach in terms of flights, trains, and cars. Brown delivers a superior education, but has some really unique features. Whereas in the past, Brown focused on being a traditional c...

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- Political climate: 1-30 - Party scene: 30-50 - Athletics culture: 10-30 - Greek life: 60-70 - Housing experience: 70-90 - Student activism: 1-30 - Alternative / creative vibe: 35-70 - Career focus: 20-40 - Scholarly intensity: 60-80

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