Stanford University: Review & Facts

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Stanford University is a large four-year, private not-for-profit school with 18,285 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1891 and is the only college located in Stanford, California.

Academic Offerings

Stanford University will give you the opportunity to receive a bachelor's degree, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Majors
Offered
121
Stanford University follows a quarter-based curriculum calendar system and offers choices in 121 majors. The most popular concentrations are Engineering, Computer Science, Management, Biology, and Medical. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is important to know student retention and graduation rates when you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are usually a positive sign. However, if you wish to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The student retention rate at Stanford University is excellent at 98% (well above California average). Considering this statistic, it seems that students definitely love their stay at this school.

Student Retention
98%
Good
The graduation rate at Stanford University is outstanding - 97%.

Student to faculty ratio at Stanford University is great: 5:1. Learn more details on faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition charges are extremely high, around $57,700 a year. The additional fees at Stanford University (not included in tuition costs) are approximately $800; this totals $58,500 a year.

Read the details about Stanford University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
4%
Hard
As reported in recent data, 56,378 applications were submitted and 2,075 were accepted, so it is extremely challenging to become a student at this school.

Stanford University will consider accepting dual credits and advanced placement credits earned prior to admission.

Learn more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Stanford University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$11,700
High
Stanford University offers a distance education program and study abroad programs.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Stanford University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
F
Unsafe
Stanford University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates approximately 14,200 students, which offers a decent on-campus housing option. The room price is high - roughly $11,700 per year.

Army, Navy, and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Stanford University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have received a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime information, Stanford University seems to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Stanford University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Stanford University
450 Serra Mall
Stanford, California
94305, USA
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