Yale University

Founded in 1701, Yale University in New Haven, Connecticut is both a world-class research university and a student-centered college with a special focus on teaching. All undergraduates enroll in a single liberal arts college with 80 majors. Students begin their studies without a declared major, giving them access to the same courses. Yale’s most distinctive feature is the residential college system. Each undergraduate is randomly assigned to one of fourteen close-knit communities that serve as a microcosm of Yale’s diverse student population. Each residential college has its own dining hall, library, gym, late-night snack bar, and common room. Most importantly, Yale is affordable for everyone. Yale’s financial aid offers meet 100% of every family’s financial need with scholarship grants and no loans. Admissions and financial aid polices are the same for all students, regardless of citizenship or immigration status.