Brown University

Providence, United States • QS 2027 #66

Updated Oct 2026 · Source: brown.edu

Overview

Institution Type: University
Control Type: Private
Rankings:
QS World University Rankings 2027 #66 Times Higher Education 2026 #65 ARWU (Shanghai) 2026 #101-150 CWTS Leiden 2025 #240

Brown University is among the United States's private universities, based in Providence, United States and operating as a higher-education provider.

Academically, Brown University runs an extensive programme catalogue.

The institution serves 7,226 students.

Location & Contact

Address, phone, email, and online links for Brown University are listed below.

Academic Details

Scale, staffing, and recognition figures for Brown University are listed below.

Total Students: 7,226

Programs Offered

The full set of programmes Brown University offers is searchable and grouped by level below.

186 programmes on record. Each level below shows a sample. Compare these on the programs page All programs in United States

Bachelor's Degree 59 programmes

Bachelor's Degree in Anthropology
Social & Cultural Studies
Bachelor's Degree in Applied Mathematics
Mathematics
Bachelor's Degree in Archeology
Social & Cultural Studies
Bachelor's Degree in Architecture
Architecture
Bachelor's Degree in Area Studies
Social & Cultural Studies
Bachelor's Degree in Astronomy and Astrophysics
Physics & Astronomy
Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Sciences
Liberal Arts
Bachelor's Degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biochemistry
Bachelor's Degree in Biology, General
Biological Sciences
Bachelor's Degree in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology
Biological Sciences

Showing 10 of 59.

Master's Degree 63 programmes

Master's Degree in Anthropology
Social & Cultural Studies
Master's Degree in Applied Mathematics
Mathematics
Master's Degree in Archeology
Social & Cultural Studies
Master's Degree in Area Studies
Social & Cultural Studies
Master's Degree in Behavioral Sciences
Liberal Arts
Master's Degree in Bilingual, Multilingual, and Multicultural Education
Education & Teaching
Master's Degree in Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biochemistry
Master's Degree in Biology, General
Biological Sciences
Master's Degree in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology
Biological Sciences
Master's Degree in Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Bio & Biomedical Engineering

Showing 10 of 63.

Doctorate 60 programmes

Doctorate in Anthropology
Social & Cultural Studies
Doctorate in Applied Mathematics
Mathematics
Doctorate in Archeology
Social & Cultural Studies
Doctorate in Area Studies
Social & Cultural Studies
Doctorate in Astronomy and Astrophysics
Physics & Astronomy
Doctorate in Behavioral Sciences
Liberal Arts
Doctorate in Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology
Biochemistry
Doctorate in Biology, General
Biological Sciences
Doctorate in Biomathematics, Bioinformatics, and Computational Biology
Biological Sciences
Doctorate in Biomedical/Medical Engineering
Bio & Biomedical Engineering

Showing 10 of 60.

Professional Doctorate 1 programme

Professional Doctorate in Medicine
Medicine

Certificate 1 programme

Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical Studies
Health Sciences

Postgraduate Certificate 2 programmes

Postgraduate Certificate in Economics
Economics
Medical Clinical Sciences/Graduate Medical Studies
Health Sciences

How to apply to Brown University

Step-by-step guidance for applying to Brown University, in five steps.

  1. 1
    Browse the programme catalogue

    Begin by reviewing the programmes section above. Brown University offers 186 programmes grouped by qualification level. Decide on a target tier (bachelor's, master's, or doctoral) before narrowing by subject.

  2. 2
    Check eligibility for your chosen programme

    Each programme at Brown University has its own entry requirements — academic minimums, language proficiency, supporting documents, and sometimes interviews or portfolios. Check the programme-specific page or contact admissions to confirm eligibility.

  3. 3
    Get your documents ready

    Most applications require certified academic records, identification documents, language test certificates (IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent for English-medium programmes), CV/résumé, and a statement of purpose. Allow extra time for document authentication.

  4. 4
    Apply through the official channel

    Apply directly via Brown University's online portal at www.brown.edu. Complete the application form, upload supporting documents, and pay any application fee. Confirmation emails typically arrive within a few business days.

  5. 5
    Reach out and track your application

    After submitting, confirm receipt with the admissions office and track your application status through the portal. Set reminders for any interview requests, additional document submissions, or admission decision deadlines.

Frequently Asked Questions about Brown University

Quick reference for Brown University: founding, control type, and recognition status.

What city is Brown University in?

Brown University operates from Providence, United States.

What is Brown University's control type?

Brown University is a private institution.

How big is Brown University's student body?

Brown University serves approximately 7,226 students.

Where does Brown University stand in university rankings?

Brown University holds rank QS 2027 #66.

Where can I learn more about Brown University?

The institution's website is www.brown.edu.

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