Stanford University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Stanford, CA. It is classified as Research University with very high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R1 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R1 University comparison page.

The Stanford's 2024 tuition & fees is $62,484 for the academic year 2023-2024. 63% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $56,737.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 18,283 and the students to faculty ratio is 5 to 1 (20.00%).

Stanford's acceptance rate is 4.00% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 81.01%. The median SAT scores is 1550 and the ACT socre is 35.

Stanford ranked 1st in National Universities and 1st in California Colleges rankings. Stanford University is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Stanford University is $62,484. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $59,499.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $66,835 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $61,880.

Undergraduate$62,484
Graduate$59,499
Undergraduate$66,835
Graduate$61,880

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »4.00% Acceptance Rate / 81.01% Yield
Test Scores »1,550 SAT / 35 ACT
Graduation Rate »95%
Retention Rate98%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio20.00% (5 to 1)
Student Population »18,283 (8,049 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$56,737

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Stanford University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at Stanford
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Stanford University Directory Information

AddressStanford, CA 94305
Phone650-723-2300
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, private (not-for-profit)
Carnegie CategoryResearch University (very high research activity)
Highest Degree OfferedDoctor's degree

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