Stanford University Overview

・Established in 1885
・Located in Stanford, California (Silicon Valley)
・One of the world's leading research and teaching institutions
・Undergraduate enrollment: approximately 7,700 students
・International students: about 12%

Program

・Start date: September (Fall Quarter)
・Tuition (2023-24):
- Tuition: ~$57,692
- Room & Board: ~$18,619
- Total cost including fees: ~$82,162/year
・Financial Aid: Need-blind admission process for U.S. students. Meets 100% of demonstrated financial need. Families with annual incomes below $75,000 pay no tuition, room, or board.

Main Schools/Programs:
①Stanford College (Undergraduate)
・Over 65 major fields of study
・Seven schools offering undergraduate programs:
- School of Humanities and Sciences
- School of Engineering
- School of Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences
- School of Medicine
- School of Education
- School of Sustainability
- School of Engineering

Application Requirements

○Required Documents
・Common Application or Coalition Application
・Application Questions
・Letters of Recommendation (2 from teachers, 1 from counselor)
・School Report and Transcript
・Mid-year Report
・Final Report
・TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo (for international students)
- TOEFL iBT: Recommended minimum 100
- IELTS: Recommended minimum 7.0
- Duolingo: Recommended minimum 120
・SAT/ACT (optional through 2025-26 admission cycle)

Essays

1) Common Application Essay (650 words max)

2) Stanford Questions: There is a 100-word minimum and a 250-word maximum for each essay.

• The Stanford community is deeply curious and driven to learn in and out of the classroom. Reflect on an idea or experience that makes you genuinely excited about learning.
• Virtually all of Stanford's undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate—and us—get to know you better.
• Please describe what aspects of your life experiences, interests and character would help you make a distinctive contribution as an undergraduate to Stanford University.

Deadlines

• November 1 (Early Action)
• January 5 ( Regular Decision)

Additional Information

・Acceptance rate: ~3.68% (Class of 2027)
・Residential Education system
・Over 600 student organizations
・36 varsity sports teams
・One of the largest university campuses in the U.S.
・Quarter system (not semester)

Notable Features

・Strong connection to Silicon Valley tech ecosystem
・Interdisciplinary approach to education
・Stanford Research Park
・Strong emphasis on innovation and entrepreneurship
・Robust undergraduate research opportunities
・Career outcomes:
- Leading tech companies recruitment
- Successful start-up founders
- Top graduate schools
- High average starting salaries

Unique Aspects

・Quarter system allows for more course variety
・"Stanford Duck Syndrome" culture awareness
・Strong emphasis on work-life balance
・Notable startup culture and entrepreneurial spirit
・Beautiful campus architecture and surroundings
・Year-round mild California weather
・Strong athletic program ("Stanford Cardinal")
・Proximity to San Francisco and San Jose
・Stanford Shopping Center and downtown Palo Alto nearby
・Famous Palm Drive entrance
・Close relationship with Silicon Valley companies
・Strong alumni network in tech industry
・Emphasis on both academic excellence and innovation
・Opportunities for cross-disciplinary study
・Research opportunities from freshman year

Campus Life

・Eight undergraduate residential neighborhoods
・Theme houses and co-ops available
・Strong focus on sustainability
・Extensive outdoor recreation opportunities
・Rich cultural life with performances and exhibitions
・Modern athletic facilities
・Multiple dining options
・Extensive bicycle culture
・Strong commitment to diversity and inclusion
・Active student government
・Numerous campus traditions