Brown University

Brown University is a private Ivy League research institution located in Providence, Rhode Island. Founded in 1764, it is the seventh-oldest college in the United States and known for its historic campus on College Hill, which blends traditional Georgian and Romanesque architecture with modern academic facilities. The university encompasses several graduate and professional schools, including the Warren Alpert Medical School, School of Engineering, School of Public Health, and School of Professional Studies, supporting a diverse academic community.

One of Brown’s most distinctive features is its Open Curriculum, introduced in 1969, which allows undergraduate students to design their own educational paths without mandatory core requirements. Students must complete a minimum number of courses and focus on a chosen concentration, but beyond that, they are free to explore a wide range of subjects. Brown offers over 80 concentrations, with notable interdisciplinary options, including dual-degree programs with the Rhode Island School of Design and the Program in Liberal Medical Education. The university also fosters cutting-edge research through institutes focused on brain science, international affairs, and environmental studies.

Student life at Brown is vibrant and inclusive, featuring more than 500 student organizations, strong residential communities, and long-standing traditions such as Spring Weekend and the Campus Dance. A large percentage of undergraduates live on campus, creating a close-knit environment. Brown’s libraries and cultural collections contribute to its intellectual atmosphere, while the university’s emphasis on diversity, academic freedom, and civic engagement attracts students who are curious, socially conscious, and eager to make a difference in the world.