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RESEARCH, EDUCATION AND GENERAL - PRINCETON UNIVERSITY IS A PRIVATE NOT-FOR-PROFIT, NON-SECTARIAN INSTITUTION OF HIGHER LEARNING WITH APPROXIMATELY 5,300 UNDERGRADUATE AND 3,200 GRADUATE STUDENTS. 2,400 STUDENTS GRADUATED IN …

The Trustees Of Princeton University

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Integrity Assessment
Partial transparency
60/100 · methodology

About Princeton University

Through teaching and research, we educate people who will contribute to society and develop knowledge that will make a difference in the world.

Founded
Headquarters
Princeton, NJ
Foundation type
School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii))
NTEE code
B430
IRS subsection
501(c)(c3)
Ruling date
Size
major

Verified certifications

Confirmed against the issuing authority - not self-reported.

IRS Tax-Deductible since 1984

Mission

Research, education and general - princeton university is a private not-for-profit, non-sectarian institution of higher learning with approximately 5,300 undergraduate and 3,200 graduate students. 2,400 students graduated in the 2021-2022 academic year. As a world-renowned research university, princeton seeks to achieve the highest levels of distinction in the discovery and transmission of knowledge and understanding, at the same time, princeton is distinctive among research universities in its commitment to undergraduate teaching.

Focus areas & reach

· What they work on and where
📚 Education · NTEE B430
Cause tags

How it stacks up against peers

· vs. 8 similar education in United States
CEO comp as % of revenue This charity: 0.13%
Peer average: 0.48%
Integrity Assessment This charity: 60
Peer average: 93

Red flags

· 1 item
Sanctions List Match
Possible match found on an international sanctions or PEP list.

Common questions

· Auto-generated from filings + methodology

Princeton University is a registered education nonprofit based in Princeton, NJ, United States. It is registered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). It was founded in 1746 and has been operating for 280 years. Its EIN is 210634501. It has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 60/100 (Partial transparency), indicating some public data is available but key signals are missing. This is below the average of 93/100 for education charities in United States. The organization reports $4.9B in annual revenue. 211 officers and directors are publicly disclosed. GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern.

Princeton University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 60/100. This score combines five components: Registration (20 pts), Financial Transparency (30 pts), Governance (20 pts), Contact Availability (10 pts), and Data Recency (20 pts), with negative adjustments for any red flags. A score of 60 ('Partial transparency') means some public data is on file but key signals are missing - worth a closer look before donating. For comparison, the average integrity assessment for education charities in United States is 93/100.

Princeton University is located in Princeton, NJ, United States. The organization was established in 1746 and has been active for 280 years.

Based on official tax filings, Princeton University has $4.9B in annual revenue. Its revenue is significantly above the peer average of $7M. Create a free GiveRadar account to view the complete financial breakdown with year-over-year trends.

Princeton University is classified as a Education organization, registered in United States. It operates as a School (170(b)(1)(A)(ii)). By size, it is categorized as a major organization. It has $4.9B in annual revenue. The organization has 211 disclosed officers and directors.

GiveRadar has identified 1 potential concern for Princeton University. Red flags are automatically detected from official data and may include high executive compensation relative to budget, low program spending, or missing financial filings. Red flags do not necessarily mean wrongdoing but indicate areas that may warrant further review before donating.

Princeton University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 60/100. We recommend reviewing the full profile before making a donation decision. The organization is overseen by the IRS. You can donate directly through their official donation page linked on their GiveRadar profile. GiveRadar provides data for research purposes and does not endorse any organization. Always do your own due diligence.

Through teaching and research, we educate people who will contribute to society and develop knowledge that will make a difference in the world. Princeton University is classified as a education organization registered in United States. The organization was founded in 1746.

Among education charities registered in United States: Princeton University's GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 60/100 is below the peer average of 93/100. Its annual revenue of $4.9B is well above the peer average of $7M.

Yes, donations to Princeton University are generally tax-deductible in the United States. Its EIN is 210634501, which you can use for tax filing purposes. Donors can typically deduct contributions on their federal income tax return if they itemize deductions. Consult a tax professional for guidance specific to your situation.

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Annual revenue
$1B+
Source: IRS 990 (FY2024) why this matters
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Filing history

5 years on file from IRS 990 (FY2024): revenue, expenses, program spending, assets, and liabilities by fiscal year.

Years on record: FY2024, FY2023, FY2022, FY2021, FY2020.
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Taxes

Tax-deductibility for donors

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Leadership

KE
Kenneth Molinaro
AVP & Controller

Officers & trustees (25)

Source: Public filings

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Achille T•••••••
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Amy A•••••
Trustee
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Andrew G•••••
president of the Princeton University Investment Company
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Ann K••••••••
TRUSTEE
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Anthony A Y•••••••
Trustee
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Anthony H• L••
Trustee
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TRUSTEE
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Beth F C•••••
TRUSTEE
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Blair W E•••••
Trustee
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Bob H••••
trustee
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Bob P•••
Trustee
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Brad L s••••
Trustee
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Brent C••••••
vice president for communications and public affairs
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Carla B V•••••
Trustee
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Chad K••••
vice president for university services
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Charlotte T•••• W•••••••
executive vice president
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Christopher E••••••••
PRESIDENT
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C J•••• Y••
TRUSTEE
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C K•• G••••••
TRUSTEE
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Cole C•••••••••
ACTING DEAN OF THE GRADUATE SCHOOL (Through 6/1/22)
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Craig M R•••••••
TRUSTEE
DA
David L••
PROFESSOR OF ECONOMICS/FORMER PROVOST
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Deborah P•••••••
provost
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Edward K••••
managing director of PRINCO
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Elizabeth P••• M••••
Trustee
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Activity timeline

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Form filed
$3096.8M revenue
FY2024
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Form filed
$3611.2M revenue
FY2023
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Form filed
$5021.9M revenue
FY2022
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Form filed
$4859.5M revenue
FY2021
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Form filed
$2120.0M revenue
FY2020
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Peer charities

Other education in United States, by integrity assessment

Charity Score Revenue Program %
Princeton University This page 60 $4.9 billion -
Engaging Opportunities Foundation 93 $154,246 92%
Bluebonnet Home Scholars Collaborative 93 $496,564 97%
New England Preparatory School Athletic Council 93 $797,579 96%
Insight Colearning Center 93 $599,391 95%
Vphs Baseball Boosters 93 $154,642 97%
Fieldguides Incorporated 93 $435,724 89%
Coal Pit Ministry Inc 93 $208,306 91%
Dream Out Loud Center Inc 93 $218,479 100%

Sources and verification

Refreshed

Registration and legal identity
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search
Financial filings
IRS Form 990 filings - Fiscal year 2024 most recent on file.
Officers and trustees
Internal Revenue Service (IRS) - Tax Exempt Organization Search - 211 disclosed in the public registry.

Data freshness

Last updated
May 27, 2026
Profile completeness
80%

What we don't know

Honest gaps - our score reflects transparency, not impact

Programs & projects
No named programs listed by the charity
Operating reach
Countries where programs run not specified

Methodology

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Quick facts about Princeton University

What is Princeton University?
Princeton University is a education school (170(b)(1)(a)(ii)) based in Princeton, United States. Through teaching and research, we educate people who will contribute to society and develop knowledge that will make a difference in the world.
When was Princeton University founded?
Princeton University was founded in 1746.
Who leads Princeton University?
Kenneth Molinaro serves as AVP & Controller.
Where is Princeton University located?
Headquartered in Princeton, United States.
What is Princeton University's annual budget?
Annual revenue for fiscal year 2024 is approximately $1B+.
Is Princeton University trustworthy?
Princeton University has a GiveRadar Integrity Assessment of 60 out of 100 (Partial transparency). The score reflects public-data transparency: registration, financial disclosure, governance, contact details, and how recently data was refreshed. It does not measure program impact.
What is Princeton University's registration number?
IRS EIN: 210634501.
What is Princeton University's website?
https://www.princeton.edu