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University of Stanford

Entry requirements

Fluency in English is a prerequisite for undergraduate admission at Stanford. However, if you attend a school where the primary language of instruction is not English, you will not be at a disadvantage. Official copies of your original transcripts and teacher evaluations are required. These must also be translated into English and copies of the translated documents provided with your application.


The SAT or the ACT Plus Writing is required for all undergraduate applicants. If no sittings of these tests are offered in your country, you may request a testing waiver.


The Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), although not required, is strongly recommended for non-native speakers of English.


You may submit your IELTS scores but note that Stanford does not recognize the IELTS as a measure of English proficiency.


Refer to Testing for general guidelines.


The Office of Undergraduate Admission does not partner or work with paid agents or credentialing services, and it is expected that all students complete their application materials without the use of such services.

How to apply

Undergraduate

  • A holistic review process evaluates academic excellence, intellectual vitality and personal context of each applicant.
  • Restrictive Early Action application deadline is November 1.
  • Regular Decision application deadline is January 1.


Graduate

  • More than 65 departments and programs offer graduate study.
  • Business, Law and Medicine have separate admission procedures.
  • Application deadlines vary by program.


International students have been an integral part of the university from its inception. Stanford is committed to enrolling a student body that includes students from around the world. The interactions among students with different backgrounds and experiences create a dynamic environment in which to learn and live. The application process is the same for all applicants regardless of citizenship or country of residence.


Official documents that note your grades, marks, or any predictions are required and must be sent directly from your school as part of your application. There is no need to have your marks converted into an American GPA. While there are no courses or minimum scores required to secure admission to Stanford, we recommend completing the necessary coursework to apply to a university program for a bachelor's degree in your home country.

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University of Stanford
450 Serra Mall, Stanford,
California, United States
CA 94305
United States
United States
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Location

Stanford is located in California's Bay Area, one of the most intellectually dynamic and culturally diverse areas of the nation.


There are an estimated 13,000 bikes on the Stanford campus daily. Stanford has been named a Platinum-level "Bicycle Friendly University." Freshmen may not bring cars to campus, but the free Marguerite bus service includes 64 buses in a 24-route system. Campus also hosts more than 65 Zipcars.