Ivy League

Ivy League

Ivy League (/ˈaɪvi ˈliːɡ/) is a term that refers to a group of eight private universities in the northeastern United States. The term is most commonly used to refer to these schools collectively, in contexts such as college admissions, academics, and athletics.

Etymology

The term "Ivy League" has origins in the ivy plants that traditionally covered the buildings of the universities, symbolizing their age and prestige. The term was first used in the 1930s by Stanley Woodward, a sports writer for the New York Herald Tribune, to refer to the athletic league. It was later adopted to refer to the academic and social elitism of these schools.

Universities

The Ivy League consists of the following universities:

• Brown University
• Columbia University
• Cornell University
• Dartmouth College
• Harvard University
• University of Pennsylvania
• Princeton University
• Yale University

Each of these universities has its own unique history, traditions, and academic strengths. They are all known for their rigorous academic programs, selective admissions, and significant endowments.

Related Terms

• Endowment: The financial assets donated to and/or accumulated by a university to support its educational mission.
• Admissions: The process by which universities select students.
• Athletics: The sports programs offered by a university.
• Elitism: The belief that certain individuals or groups are superior based on their education, social status, or other factors.

See Also

• List of Ivy League Universities
• History of Ivy League
• Ivy League Admissions
• Ivy League Athletics

External links

• Medical encyclopedia article on Ivy League
• Wikipedia's article - Ivy League

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