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  • Stanford University application deadline for undergraduate admission (Restrictive Early Action) is Nov 01, 2024
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Stanford University Courses & Fees 2024

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(33 courses)
INR 30 L - 68 L
Duration12 months-3 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 89 - 110, GRE
MBA/PGDM(7 courses)
INR 34 L - 1 Cr
Duration9 months-2 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL: 100 & Above, GMAT, GRE
B.A.(37 courses)
INR 52 L - 55 L
Duration4 years
Exam AcceptedTOEFL, SAT, IELTS
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Q:   How to get admission to Stanford University from India?

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Below we have given Stanford University admission requirements for undergraduate courses

  • USD 90 nonrefundable application fee
  • ACT or SAT test scores (as applicable)
  • School Report form and counselor letter of recommendation
  • Official transcript (s) or academic results
  • Letters of recommendation from two teachers
  • Midyear transcript (by February 15)
  • Proof of English proficiency

Stanford University admissions are not limited to academic scores, the university looks at the overall profile of the candidate. In a clear sense, the primary factor for admission is academic excellence. However, the university also wants to learn about your nonacademic interests and extracurricular activities that help them in understanding your contribution to its community.

Graduate Admissions 

  • International students willing to take admission to Stanford University graduate courses must have a U.S. bachelor's degree or its international equivalent from a college or university of recognised standing. In other words, Indian students must have a bachelor's degree in Engineering or Medicine; or four-year bachelor's degree

Read: Requirements to Study in USA for International Students 

Q:   What is the best course at Stanford University?

A: 

Some popular Stanford University courses among International students are MBA, MSc in Computer Science, MS in Education Data Science, BSc in Computer Science, etc. However, when it comes to the Top Undergraduate Majors by Enrollment Fall 2023, they are Computer Science, Economics, Engineering, Human Biology, and Symbolic Systems. Mentioned below are the percentage of UG majors by school:

Undergraduate Majors by School

Percentage

Undeclared

49%

Humanities & Sciences

28%

Engineering

21%

Sustainability

2%

Q:   Can an average student get into Stanford University?

A: 

Stanford University is surely one of the toughest universities to get into. The Stanford University has just an acceptance rate of 3,7%, which means only 3 students can get into the university out of hundreds. Hence it could be difficult for a mediocre or an average student to get into LSE. However, it’s not impossible. The basic requirement the university asks for is a GPA of 3.5 or above from an accredited university and a good ELP score. Lastly, the Stanford takes a holistic approach and doesn’t just consider marks but sees multiple factors in the student's profile. These factors include Leadership, Work experience, essays, LOR and interviews that the students give during their admission process. 

Q:   How would I go about getting into Stanford? What do I have to do to stand out?

A: 

To stand out in Stanford University admissions, applicants should strictly focus on presenting a postive view of themseleves, beyond just academic achievements. Students should highlight their unique experiences, interests, and perspectives which will help the examiner or the interviewer understand the potential of the applicant. Students must talk about experiences and challenges that they have overcome as that shows how the candidate takes tasks during tough times. But again, students must not over do things and boast about themselves in the mode of explaining themselves. As that gives total a negative impact on the student if done so. 

Q:   How much does Stanford cost for 1 year?

A: 

According to a news published by Stanforddaily.com, the board of trustees at the university has approved a 7% increase in UG tuition for the 2023-24 academic year, making the cost of attendance to be USD 82,406. The division will be such USD 61,731 as Stanford University tuition fees and USD 19,922 for standard room and board. In this, other living expenses will also be included and the breakdown is given as follows:

Budget Item

Cost (USD) for 2023-24

Housing and Food

USD 19,922

Student Fees expense

USD 2,205

Books and Supplies expense

USD 825

Personal Expenses

USD 3,150

Travel

Varies

Stanford University Fees Breakdown 2024

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Q:   How much does Stanford cost for Indian students?

A: 

Stanford cost for Indian students is vary from INR 10 L to INR 1 Cr for first-year. Mentioned below is the tuition fee of popular Stanford courses:

Courses

1st Year Tuition Fees

MS

INR 29 L - 68 L

MBA/PGDM

INR 32 L - 1 Cr

BE/BTech

INR 52 L - 54 L

BA

INR 52 L - 54 L

BSc

INR 52 L - 54 L

Q:   How much does it cost to attend Stanford University as an international student?

A: 

Stanford University is relatively expensive in terms of the cost of living, as compared to other universities in USA. Given below is the breakdown of the expenses of attending the university:

Expense

Cost of Living (Per Academic Year)

Housing

INR 18 L - 20 L

Meals

INR 7 L -10 L

Travel

INR 2 L - 2.5 L

Miscellaneous

INR 10 L - 15 L

TOTAL

INR 37 L - 47.5 L

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.96

Q:   What is the fees of Stanford University in rupees?

A: 

A. Stanford University cost for Indian students for some of the popular courses can be checked from the table given below: 

Courses1st Year Tuition Fees
MBA/PGDM (3 courses)
INR 66.2 L
MS (33 courses)
INR 29.3 L - 51.1 L
MA (28 courses)
INR 24.6 L - 48 L
BA (37 courses)
INR 46 L - 51.2 L
BE / BTech (13 courses)
INR 46 L - 51.2 L
BSc (13 courses)
INR 46 L - 51.2 L
BBA (2 courses)
INR 46 L - 51.2 L
Others PG (3 courses)
INR 9 L - 50.9 L
MIM (4 courses)
INR 31.6 L - 1.1 Cr
MFA (1 course)
INR 45 L
LLM (2 courses)
INR 51.6 L - 55.5 L

Living Expenses for Undergraduate Students 

Budget Item

Cost (USD) for 2023-24

Housing and Food

USD 19,922

Student Fees expense

USD 2,205

Books and Supplies expense

USD 825

Personal Expenses

USD 3,150

Travel

Varies

Average Graduate Student Expenses

Particulars

Living Costs for a Single Person for 2023-24

Campus housing / rent

USD 17,880

Food

USD 7,080

Personal

USD 8,430

Transportation

USD 1,800

Books / supplies

USD 540

Campus health service fee

USD 753

Cardinal care health insurance

USD 7,128

Read: Cost of Living in USA for International Students 

Q:   How much is the application fee for MS in CS programme at Stanford University?

A: 

Stanford University application fee for MS in CS programme is USD 125. Important components of the Stanford MS CS application are:

  • Academic history
  • Personal background
  • TOEFL score
  • Resume / CV
  • Three professional or academic references
  • Statement of Purpose

Q:   What is the cost of living (monthly or yearly) for a graduate student studying at Stanford University?

A: 

The cost of living at Stanford depend on many The Stanford University cost for an academic year and 12-months for a single student on-campus can be checked from below:

Particulars

Academic Year (3 Quarters)

Full Year (12 Months)

Campus Housing / Rent

17,880

22,585

Food

7,080

9,440

Personal

8,430

11,240

Transportation

1,800

2,400

Books / Supplies

540

720

Campus Health Services

753

1,004

Cardinal Care Health Insurance

7,128

7,128

Total living allowance

43,611

54,517

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4.3/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Friendly
  • Academically oriented
  • Fun loving
  • Sporty
Student Views
  • 67% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships4.3
Part time work4.7
Post study jobs4.7
Quality of faculty5
Student Life4.7
Value for money4
Public transportation3
Safety4.7
Indian Food3.7
Permanent Immigration4.3
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Bachelor of Arts in Art History - Batch of 2019
4.6
Stanford is great with good faculty and lots of opportunities.
Tips: Go to Stanford if you want to be around people who are creative risk-takers and highly ambitious. The spirit of entrepreneurship is very rich at Stanford. Take at least one class in coding as this will help you get more from Stanford regardless of your major. There is not enough good public transportation, SF is too far. Overall I am satisfied with the experience.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty is good and highly qualified. Some lecturers are better than others. The art history department is too US-focused but this is changing. Centre for South Asia is slowly becoming more and more amazing. We love it. The faculty is overall approachable.
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Bachelor of Science in Management Science and Engineering - Batch of 2024
4.2
Stanford: Highly rewarding, very competitive and all-round growth
Tips: Cost: Stanford is expensive - both tuition and living expenses. Please check with the department and alumni regarding financial aid options before applying here. Competition: Stanford attracts the best talent from all around the world. At times, it can get super competitive and lead to anxiety, so be prepared to be challenged intellectually and socially. Cultural shift: Stanford and California in general, is known for its laid-back culture. Depending on where you're from, there might be weather changes, norms changes, and especially shifts in liberal social interactions.
Likes (Post study jobs): Alumni network: Stanford has a very strong alumni network which is very valuable for finding a job post-graduation. Stanford CareerEd offers many career-based services like Resume Review, connection to relevant individuals in the industry, interviewing skills, job hunting, etc. They also tailor the information according to your need - eg. Companies sponsoring visas, or in manufacturing sector, etc.
Dislikes (Public transportation): The campus internally is very well connected with Marguerite Shuttle, which is free to use for Stanford students. Outside the campus, there are public transport options like Caltrain and VTA available, but they do not cover all areas comprehensively, hence we have to rely on multiple modes of transport (like changing 3 buses to reach your destination) or personal vehicles. The cost of transportation like Caltrain can get a bit expensive for regular commuting, but can be affordable using Go passes.
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Amazing College for this Course!
Tips: This is an amazing place to learn and study if you are looking for a place to excel in your course knowledge. This is the place to go for. But also have a good SAT score so that you will get enough scholarship as the tuition fee is quite high when compared to other universities. Also, this is the best university in my opinion.
Likes (Safety): In this college, you will have amazing safety for the students as there will be a lot of rules and norms to follow. The foreign students feel amazing here because of the safety. There will be a lot of centers to go. The university has friendly people. All the students are friendly to the foreign students.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There were no Indian restaurants to start with. Even if I found one, it was expensive in terms of cost. This is the only reason that I didn't go to any Indian restaurant, instead I go to a Chinese restaurant. Also, I have saved some money to buy groceries and cook for myself.
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FAQs

Q:   Is getting into Stanford MBA hard?

A: 

Stanford University MBA program is one of the most selective programs by top business schools. The school received more than 6,000 applications and accepted just 431 candidates. Just the test scores won't be enough to secure admission to Stanford MBA. Apart from this, you need an excellent undergraduate GPA and relevant work experience.

Stanford University admissions requirements for MBA programme are given below: 

  • The average undergraduate GPA for the class of 2025 was 3.77 
  • The GMAT score required was 738
  • Work experience of 5 years

Read: MBA Colleges in USA

Q:   Is the GRE mandatory for MS in Education Data Science at Stanford University?

A: 

Graduate School of Education does not require GRE for an MS in Education Data Science at Stanford University. Other admission requirements for this course are given below:

  • Complete application form with the payment of the application fee
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Resume/ CV
  • 3 Letters of Recommendation
  • College and university transcripts
  • TOEFL score of 100 on iBT

Q:   How to get admission to Stanford for an MS in Computer Science?

A: 

Stanford University MS in Computer Science admission requirements are given below:

  • A bachelor’s degree
  • While the university does not require a specific undergraduate coursework, it is important that applicants have Quantitative and Analytical skills; a bachelor’s degree is CS is not required
  • Academic transcripts
  • Standardized test scores
  • TOEFL score
  • Any relevant experience
  • 3 academic or professional experiences
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Any other admission material
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For Indian students, the cost of pursuing MBA in Stanford University is INR 32 L - 1 Cr per academic year. Note that the duration of this MBA programme is around 9 months - 2 years. It is expensive to study this course, however, the return on investment is quite impressive as the graduates receive a

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Yes, Stanford University is one of the top study abroad universities for Indian students. What makes this university stand out among the vast number of institutions are:

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Rankings

A+ in Shiksha Rankings

#6 in QS World University Rankings 2025

#2 in Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2024

AcademicsWorld-class courses taught by renowned faculty members in leading fields such as Business, Education, Engineering, Humanities & Sciences, Law, Medicine, Sustainability, and more
Diversity

Total Students: 17,529

International Students: 4,669

Indian Students: 564

Indian AlumniMukesh Ambani, Sundar Pichai, Azim Premji
Return on Investment

Median Annual Base Salary: USD 182,500 (INR 1.52 Cr)

Median Expected Performance Bonus: USD 50,000 (INR 41.7 L)

Median Signing Bonus: USD 30,000 (INR 25 L)

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Stanford is world’s one of the best and foremost Institutions. Getting into Stanford is probably one of the hardest things a student might try to do. The Institution is highly selective when it comes to the admission process, with an acceptance rate of around 3.7%. Stanford University’s admission ra

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Stanford University is one of the hardest universities to get into. Additionally, the university has no minimum GPA requirements for its undergraduate programs. Generally, the enrolled students have good GPAs ranging from 3.8 to 4.0. Stanford University advises students to take five classes every se

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Stanford University is one of the best universities in the world. Moreover, Stanford University has an acceptance rate of 3.6%, which makes this university extremely competitive. In simple words if 100 students apply for Stanford, only 3 to 4 students get admitted to the university. Additionally, en

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