Brandeis University is a private research university with a liberal arts focus. It was founded in 1948 and named after the first Jewish Supreme Court Justice, Louis Brandeis. The university is located in Waltham, Massachusetts, and has a student population of around 5,000. Brandeis offers undergraduate and graduate programs in a variety of fields, including the arts, humanities, social sciences, and sciences. The university is known for its strong research programs and commitment to social justice. Brandeis has a diverse student body and is consistently ranked among the top universities in the United States.