Following the gift of Nicholas Brown Jr. (Class of 1786), the university was renamed in his honor. Nicholas Brown, John Brown, Joseph Brown, and Moses Brown were instrumental in moving …

Through innovative teaching and groundbreaking research, Brown contributes in significant and enduring ways to the advancement of knowledge across all fields of study.

At Brown, you have the freedom to study what you choose and discover what you love.

Brown has been used in art since prehistoric times. Paintings using umber, a natural clay pigment composed of iron oxide and manganese oxide, have been dated to 40,000 BC. [12] Paintings …

Brown students, faculty and staff live active, engaged lives of teaching, learning and making an impact within a diverse and supportive community.

The Graduate School at Brown oversees admission and student support for the University’s doctoral and MFA students, ensuring that they receive an outstanding graduate education that …

Brown welcomes talented, high-achieving students who contribute a wide diversity of views, experiences and perspectives. We invite you to learn more about how to join this vibrant …

Our admission process challenges us to discover how each applicant would contribute to — and benefit from — Brown's lively academic culture.

Brown is a leading nonprofit research university distinct for its student-centered learning and deep sense of purpose. Our students, faculty and staff are driven by the idea that their work will …