Stanford University: Review & Facts

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Stanford University is a large four-year, private not-for-profit school with 15,955 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1891 and is the only college located in Stanford, California.

Academic Offerings



Majors
Offered
117
Good
Stanford University will give you the opportunity to receive a bachelor's degree, master's degree, postmaster certificate, or doctoral degree.

Stanford University follows a quarter-based curriculum calendar system and offers choices in 117 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 against other schools.

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

Student Retention
86%
Good
The student retention rate at Stanford University is high at 86% (well above California average). Considering this statistic, apparently students love their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at Stanford University is outstanding - 97%.

Student to faculty ratio at Stanford University is excellent -- 4:1. Find out more information about instructors at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans



Tuition and fees per year
$56,200
High
Average tuition charges are extremely high, around $55,500 per year. The additional fees at Stanford University not covered by tuition are nearly $700; this comes to a total of $56,200 per 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
5%
Hard
As reported in recent data, 45,227 applications were submitted and 2,349 were accepted, so it is extremely challenging to become a student at this school.

Stanford University will consider accepting 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
$10,700
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 14,800 students, which offers a nice on-campus housing option. The room price is high: nearly $10,700 per academic 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 data, Stanford University appears to be a very dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

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