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Stanford University

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Stanford University is a private research university located in Stanford, California, in the heart of Silicon Valley. With about 17,000 students, it is one of the largest campuses in the nation, blending academic rigor with a entrepreneurial spirit. Known for its strengths in engineering, business, computer science, and the humanities, Stanford has also become synonymous with innovation—its alumni have founded companies like Google, Netflix, and Hewlett-Packard. The campus itself is striking, with Spanish-style architecture, palm-lined walkways, and plenty of California sunshine, creating an atmosphere that feels both intellectually intense and laid-back. More than just a top-ranked university, Stanford is a place where big ideas turn into world-changing realities.

Admissions Statistics

Regular Decision
Applicants
N/A
Admitted
N/A
Admit Rate
N/A
Total Enrolled
1,693
Early Decision
Early Applicants
N/A
Early Admitted
N/A
ED Admit Rate
N/A
Admits from Early
N/A
of total class
Waitlist
Offered Spot
483
Accepted Spot
414
Admitted
25
WL Admit Rate
0%

Academic Profile

Class Rank & GPA
Average GPA
3.94
Top 10% of Class
0.978%
Top 25% of Class
1%
Top 50% of Class
1%
Demographics
Men
835
Admit Rate: 0.03428822377%
Women
858
Admit Rate: 0.03794546242%
Non-International
88.2%
International
11.8%

Admission Factors

Selection Criteria
Rigor of School RecordNot Considered
Class RankNot Considered
Academic GPANot Considered
Standardized TestsImportant
Application EssayNot Considered
RecommendationNot Considered
ExtracurricularsNot Considered
Talent/AbilityNot Considered
Character/PersonalNot Considered
InterviewImportant
First GenerationImportant

Cost & Outcome

Tuition & Fees
In-State Tuition
$67,731
Out-of-State Tuition
$67,731
Career Earnings
Early Career Pay
$98,900
Mid Career Pay
$177,500
Student Body
Undergrads
7,841
Total Students
17,212