Stanford University
Stanford University was founded in 1885 by California senator Leland Stanford and his wife, Jane, “to promote the public welfare by exercising an influence in behalf of humanity and civilization.”
| Address Stanford, 94305, CA, United States |
| Contacts 650-723-2300 |
Basic Info
| Academic staff 2,323 (fall 2023) |
| Administrative staff 18,369 (fall 2023) |
| Colors Cardinal Red , White |
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A Societal Mission
Stanford was founded almost 150 years ago on a bedrock of societal purpose. Our mission is to contribute to the world by educating students for lives of leadership and contribution with integrity; advancing fundamental knowledge and cultivating creativity; leading in pioneering research for effective
Who we are
What drives our faculty, students, and staff is a spirit of possibility, a legacy inherited from our pioneering founders who created Stanford in the memory of their only child to benefit other people's children. At Stanford, we learn from our past but focus on the future, continually looking for new
Educating tomorrow's global citizens
Stanford provides students the opportunity to engage with big ideas, to cross conceptual and disciplinary boundaries, and to become global citizens who embrace diversity of thought and experience. We offer students broad and deep academic programs across seven schools and multiple fields - including
Creating knowledge in an environment of academic freedom
Unfettered inquiry is the foundation of research and education. Driven by a deep belief in academic freedom, we continually pose questions and develop new ideas to advance knowledge. Fundamental, curiosity-driven research is central to the university's mission, and students have extensive opportunities
Rapidly advancing knowledge into application
Building on our culture of interdisciplinary collaboration that drives discovery and innovation, the university is creating "accelerators" to readily support university researchers with funding, infrastructure, technological resources, and external partners so that discoveries made at Stanford can become
Excellence in clinical care
Our medical enterprise, Stanford Medicine, provides access to unparalleled patient care across the San Francisco Bay Area, while its world-class researchers make groundbreaking discoveries that advance medical care across the globe. Comprising the School of Medicine, Stanford Health Care, and Stanford
A deep respect for diversity in all its forms
Stanford values diversity in background, experience, interests and perspectives. We see to cultivate a campus environment in which all students have the opportunity to learn from each other's experiences and to think critically about their own views and preconceptions. The university seeks to provide
Financial support that makes a difference
We strive to support each student in accessing the full amount of financial aid needed to thrive at Stanford. This commitment to financial equity changes not only the lives of students who receive it, but also the education of those who learn alongside them. Nearly 70 percent of Stanford undergraduates
A thriving student life
A flourishing residential campus is an integral part of the world-class educational experience Stanford offers. Stanford is home to a community of creative and accomplished people from around the world, from acapella singers to Olympic athletes. Students can choose from among more than 600 student organizations
Graduate Admission
More than 200 degree programs are offered across seven schools at Stanford. Admission requirements vary greatly among them.
Summer Session
High school students, current Stanford students, and other college students can all apply to participate in eight-week summer academic programs.
Lifelong Learning
Stanford offers valuable opportunities in continuing adult education, executive, and professional programs, and special programs for K-12 students.
