Yale University is a medium-sized private research institution located in Hartford, Connecticut. It was established in the 17th century, with its main purpose being to train political leaders and clergy. Yale was originally called the Collegiate School, and was re-named Yale College in 1718 to honor an endowment from Elihu Yale.
Yale is an Ivy League university offering a full range of undergraduate studies, and most courses are taught by tenured professors. At the graduate level, Yale’s Art, Drama, Architecture and Law programs are considered to be at the very top of their field.