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    Stanford University

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    Stanford / Palo Alto, California, 🇺🇸 USAFounded 1885
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    About Stanford University

    Stanford University was founded in 1885 by Leland and Jane Stanford in memory of their son. Situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, Stanford has been instrumental in fostering the tech industry. Companies founded by Stanford affiliates generate more than $2.7 trillion in annual revenue. The university's 'Stanford Entrepreneurship Network' has produced more venture-funded startups than any other university.

    Best known for

    • Heart of Silicon Valley
    • Startup culture (Google, Cisco, HP, Netflix founders)
    • Stanford GSB (#1 MBA)
    • AI research leadership
    • 8,180-acre campus — one of the largest in the US

    Type

    university

    Founded

    1885

    Total students

    Not verified

    Indian students

    Not verified

    8,180-acre campus
    Hoover Tower
    d.school (design thinking)
    Cantor Arts Center
    Stanford Research Park

    Popular Programs

    Computer Science
    AI & Machine Learning
    Business (GSB)
    Electrical Engineering
    Bioengineering
    Law

    Full program list: official website.

    Admission for Indian Students

    1

    Apply via Common Application or Coalition Application

    2

    Extremely selective — holistic admissions process

    3

    Essays are heavily weighted in decision-making

    4

    Graduate: Department-specific applications with strong research focus

    5

    MBA (GSB): Requires GMAT/GRE, essays, interviews, and recommendations

    IELTS

    7.0+

    TOEFL

    100+

    GPA / Marks

    95%+ (Indian boards)

    • SAT/ACT for undergrad
    • GRE/GMAT for graduate
    • Strong research or entrepreneurial background
    Source not verified — always confirm details on the institution's official admissions page before applying.

    Tuition

    Official figure unavailable

    International tuition

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    See official tuition fees

    Tuition varies by program and year. Always confirm the fee for your program on the official fee schedule.

    Scholarships

    • Stanford meets 100% demonstrated need
    • Knight-Hennessy Scholars (full funding for graduate)
    • Research & Teaching Assistantships

    Eligibility and amounts change each year — check the university's awards office before applying.

    Intakes & Deadlines

    Intakes

    Fall (September)

    Application deadline

    January 2 (Undergrad), Varies by department (Graduate)

    Application fee

    USD $90

    Deadlines are indicative and differ by program — confirm on the official admissions page.

    Cost of Living in Stanford / Palo Alto

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    Official minimum living funds for your visa: Study in the States — financial ability

    Student Life

    Live activity from Indian students at Stanford University.

    Source not verified — check the official website