Sophia AlexanderStanford University is a renowned research university located in the town of Stanford, California. Its sprawling campus spans over 8,000 acres and includes seven schools, with the School of Humanities and Sciences being the largest. The university also boasts 80 residential facilities. With an annual research budget exceeding $1.6 billion, Stanford operates numerous independent labs, centers, and institutes covering fields like Physical Sciences, Environmental Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Biological and Life Sciences. Each year, more than half of Stanford’s students study abroad through the Bing Overseas Studies Program, with destinations including Australia, Cape Town, Kyoto, and more.
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
- Institution Type: Private, Not-for-Profit, Coed
- Need Blind: Yes (financial need is not considered in admissions decisions)
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- Level of Institution: 4-Year
- Campus Setting: Suburban/Town
- Acceptance Rate: 4%
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Admissions Requirements
- SAT: Not required
- ACT: Not required
- Transcript: Required
Important Deadlines
| Application Type | Application Deadline | Reply Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Early Action | November 1 | — |
| Fall Regular Decision | January 5 | — |
Admitted Student Stats
- In-State Students: 35%
- Out-of-State Students: 59%
- International Students: 23%
- Submitting ACT: 49%
- Submitting SAT: 49%
- Average ACT Composite: 35
- Average SAT Composite: 1497
Academics
Key Academic Stats
- Highest Degree Offered: Doctorate
- Total Students: 18,283
- Undergraduates: 8,049
- Academic Calendar: Quarter System
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- Class Sizes:
- 2-19 Students: 86%
- 20-39 Students: 13%
- 4-Year Graduation Rate: 74% (National Avg: 28%)
- 6-Year Graduation Rate: 95% (National Avg: 52%)
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 5:1 (National Avg: 21:1)
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Key Financial Stats
- Average Net Price: $15,133
Calculate your net cost - Tuition:
- In-State: $62,484
- Out-of-State: $62,484
- Additional Costs:
- Room & Board: $19,922
- Books & Supplies: $825
Financial Aid & Grants
- Students Receiving Gift Aid: 19%
- Average Aid Per Year: $60,619
- Students Receiving Grants: 19%
- Average Federal Grant Aid: $6,463/year
- Average Institutional Grant Aid: $58,067/year
Student Loans
- Students Borrowing Loans: 7%
- Average Loan Amount: $12,999/year
- Average Debt at Graduation: $10,000
- Median Monthly Loan Payment: $115
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
- Student Gender:
- Male: 49% (National Avg: 44%)
- Female: 51% (National Avg: 56%)
- Student Organizations: 625+
- Campus Setting: Suburban/Town
- LGBTQIA Resources: Yes
- On-Campus Women’s Center: Yes
Housing
- Undergrads Living on Campus: 96%
- Freshman On-Campus Requirement: Yes
Athletics
- Team Name: Cardinal
- School Colors: Cardinal & White
- Athletic Association: NCAA
- Conference: Pacific-12
Campus Safety
- 24/7 Security Patrol: Yes
- Emergency Phones: Yes
After Graduation
Post-Grad Stats
- Top 5 Cities for Grads: San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Washington, Seattle
- Employed Within 6 Months: 50%
- Average Salary After 6 Years: $141,300
What Students Are Saying
“By far the most diverse, relaxed campus full of happy, friendly students of all ages. Clean, green, and exuding student pride everywhere you go. The best choice anyone could ever make!”
— Dahlton from Jackson, CA
“It is the most productive, accepting, safe, and fun environment I have ever known. I gained a surrogate family in the community and all the students there. I feel incredibly fortunate to have met the people (students, faculty, and staff) I have here and had the opportunities to grow and expand my understanding.”
— Laura from San Fernando, CA
“Stanford is an incredible place. It has the best research opportunities and economics in the world, and its arts facilities are exceptional and quickly becoming the best globally. This unique experience is worth every bit of effort in high school to achieve it.”
