Princeton University’s Graduate School is renowned for its rigorous academic environment and commitment to research excellence. Each year, it awards over 600 advanced degrees across a diverse array of disciplines. The university offers Ph.D., master's, certificate, joint degree, and interdepartmental programmes, ensuring that students can tailor their academic journey to their interests and career goals.

Academic Divisions and Programmes

Princeton’s graduate programmes are organized into four main divisions:

1. Humanities
2. Natural Sciences
3. Social Sciences
4. Engineering

Each division hosts multiple departments and interdisciplinary programmes. Below is a breakdown of the types of degrees and fields available.

Doctoral (Ph.D.) Programmes

Princeton offers Ph.D. degrees in a wide range of disciplines, including:

1. Anthropology
2. Applied and Computational Mathematics
3. Architecture
4. Art and Archaeology
5. Astrophysical Sciences
6. Bioengineering
7. Chemical and Biological Engineering
8. Chemistry
9. Civil and Environmental Engineering
10. Classics
11. Computer Science
12. Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
13. Economics
14. Electrical and Computer Engineering
15. English
16. Geosciences
17. History
18. Mathematics
19. Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
20. Molecular Biology
21. Music Composition and Musicology
22. Near Eastern Studies
23. Neuroscience
24. Philosophy
25. Physics
26. Politics
27. Psychology
28. Quantitative and Computational Biology
29. Religion
30. Sociology
31. Spanish and Portuguese
32. Statistics and Machine Learning

These programmes emphasize original research and scholarly contribution, preparing students for academic, governmental, and industry roles.

Master’s Programmes

Master’s degrees are offered in select fields, including:

1. Architecture (M.Arch.)
2. Chemical and Biological Engineering (M.S.E., M.Eng.)
3. Civil and Environmental Engineering (M.S.E., M.Eng.)
4. Computer Science (M.S.E.)
5. Electrical and Computer Engineering (M.Eng.)
6. Finance (M.Fin.)
7. Public Affairs (M.P.A.)
8. Public Policy (M.P.P.)

These programmes are designed for students seeking advanced professional training and leadership roles.

Certificate Programmes

Princeton offers graduate certificates in specialized areas that complement primary degree programmes. These include:

1. African American Studies
2. Bioengineering
3. Classical Philosophy
4. Computational Science and Engineering
5. Digital Humanities
6. Gender and Sexuality Studies
7. Health and Health Policy
8. Hellenic Studies
9. Italian Studies
10. Media and Modernity
11. Science, Technology, and Environmental Policy (STEP)
12. Statistics and Machine Learning
13. Urban Policy

Certificates do not appear on transcripts but provide valuable interdisciplinary training.

Joint and Interdepartmental Programmes

Students can pursue joint degrees or participate in interdepartmental programmes that bridge multiple fields. Examples include:

1. Materials Science
2. Neuroscience (M.D./Ph.D.)
3. Social Policy
4. Political Economy
5. Political Philosophy
6. Renaissance and Early Modern Studies
7. Medieval Studies
8. Interdisciplinary Humanities (IHUM)

These programmes foster collaboration across departments and allow students to explore complex global challenges from multiple perspectives.

Reference Section:

1. https://gradschool.princeton.edu/academics/degrees-requirements/fields-study