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Colleges / Stanford University

Stanford University

Stanford, CA 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate4%
Acceptance Rate4%

Stanford Academics

Stanford University requires a minimum of 180 quarter hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

There is no accelarated degree program at Stanford, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. Stanford accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Stanford does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 95% of students who start college at Stanford finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Stanford offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options Yes No
Accelerated Degree Program X
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available X
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Stanford may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Do I Have To Take At Stanford?

Stanford has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math false
Science false
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Stanford directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Stanford

When choosing a major, Stanford students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Stanford.

Student Designed Majors

Stanford allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

Stanford does not require a senior project for all students.

Double Majoring at Stanford

Stanford offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide a unique combination of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About Stanford University


Does Stanford Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Stanford offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Stanford Offer Online Classes?

✅ Stanford has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Stanford Give Credit for AP Classes?

✅ Stanford offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Stanford Have An Honors Program?

✅ Stanford offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, but does not offer a Freshman Honors College. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Stanford.

Does Stanford Require Internships?

❌ Students at Stanford are not required to complete an internship as a graduation requirement.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While Stanford does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.


Additional Information About Stanford University


Stanford University Library

The main library on campus is the Green Library and there are 20 other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Stanford

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Stanford does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Stanford have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Stanford has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Stanford include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

17,680

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

4%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$56,169

Out-of-State

$56,169

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jan 2
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