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Stanford University Courses & Fees 2027

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Courses1st Year Tuition FeesDuration & Eligibility
MS(37 courses)
INR 33 L - 1 CrGet Fee Details
Duration: 9 months-3 years
Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 90 - 100, PTE: 68 & Above, IELTS: 7 - 7.5, Duolingo, GRE, GMAT
MBA/PGDM(7 courses)
INR 40 L - 1 CrGet Fee Details
Duration: 9 months-2 years
Exam Accepted: TOEFL: 90 - 100, PTE: 68 & Above, IELTS: 7 - 7.5, GRE, GMAT, Duolingo
B.A.(37 courses)
Duration: 4 years
Exam Accepted: TOEFL, PTE, Duolingo, SAT, IELTS
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Q:   Which Stanford specialisation offer the best return on investment (ROI)?
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Stanford University is one of the most prominent universities for higher education in the USA. Stanford University most popular programs are Computer Science, Data Science and MBA. Stanford graduates secure roles in companies such as Google, Apple, Meta etc. The salaries of these graduates range between INR 1 Cr to INR 1.3Cr which offsets tuition and living costs.

Q:   What is the best course at Stanford University?
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Popular Stanford University courses among International students are MBA, MSc in Computer Sci, MS in Education Data Science, BSc in Computer Science etc. Mentioned below are percentage of UG majors by school:

Undergraduate Majors by School

Percentage

Undeclared

49%

Humanities & Sciences

28%

Engineering

21%

Sustainability

2%

Q:   How can I get into Stanford?
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Acceptance rate at Stanford University is 3.6% making it highly selective university. For admission to this university, students, academic factors and other factors have to be considered too. Check list of factors mentioned below-

Academic/Non-academic Factors

Level of Importance

Rigor of secondary school record  

Very Important

Class rank

Very Important

Academic Grade Point Average (GPA)

Very Important

Recommendations

Very Important

Standardized test scores

Considered

Application essay

Very Important

Interview

Considered

Extracurricular activities

Very Important

Talent/ability

Very Important

Q:   Does Stanford need a SAT?
A: 

Yes, Stanford University require SAT or ACT scores from the international students for admission to the UG courses. The university has not mentioned the minimum SAT scores. But, students are advised to have the SAT score between 1470 - 1570 and ACT score between 34-35. Along with this, UG students have to submit the documents like transcripts, LOR, school report, etc. 

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₹33 L - 1 Cr
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Stanford University Fee Breakdown 2027

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Q:   What is the cost of living (monthly or yearly) for a graduate student studying at Stanford University?
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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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Q:   How much does Stanford cost for Indian students?
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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:   What are some of the top courses at Stanford University?
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Stanford Uni offers top-notch degrees like BA, BS, MA, MS, PhD, BAS, MBA, LLM, MLA, MSM, DMA, MD, JSD, JSM, MFA, MLS, MPP and ENG plus some popular chosen courses are CS, Computational Science, Eco, Business Admin. and Management etc.

Q:   Does the ranking of any Medicine & Health Sciences Courses at Stanford University available?
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The official website of the university excludes the Subject Rankings. The ranking of Medicine & Health Sciences Courses at Stanford University are available at Shiksha Popularity Ranking official page. The Shiksha Popularity Rankings ranks the Medicine & Health Sciences Courses at #3 in the USA.  

There are 2 full-time MS programs at Stanford University which have also been ranked by Shiksha Popularity Rankings. These 2 MS programs are -

  • Master of Science in Epidemiology and Clinical Research is ranked #2. 

  • Master of Science in Health Policy is ranked #2. 

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4.3/5
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Student Views (Based on Reviews)
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
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Friendly
Academically oriented
Fun loving
Sporty
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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BA 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.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 4325
Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
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BS 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.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2150
Prepping time for classes30 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2024Read more
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BS in Engineering Physics - Batch of 2024
4.1
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.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 2261
Prepping time for classes27 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 90125
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2022Read more
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Master of Arts in History - Batch of 2025
3.9
Stanford University has friendly and helpful faculty and management.
Tips: Before joining Stanford University, students should know that the college is strict but friendly as well. College life is a combination of academic, social, and personal growth that students experience. I found student life at Stanford to be a bit uneasy at first, but it eventually turned out to be a good experience. I liked spending time with my friends on the bus ride to and from campus each day, and I enjoyed interacting with both my friends and the faculty. The events at Stanford were a mix of traditional and cultural events. College life will be a transformative experience that offers a variety of experiences and opportunities for personal growth. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
Total Monthly ExpenseUSD 6075
Prepping time for classes33 hours/Week
Expected Annual SalaryUSD 97625
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2024Read more
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Answered 5 days ago

Stanford University ranks at #2 for Accounting and Finance and for Engineering and Technology in the QS subject rankings for 2026. Other subject rankings in the QS subject rankings are-

SubjectsQS Subject Rankings 2026
Medicine#3
Sociology#3
Global MBA#4
Law and Legal Studies#5
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Anya Aggarwal

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Stanford University offers a huge variety of 37 MS Courses for students with a duration of 9 months to 3 years. The tuition fee for the MS Courses are between INR 33.09 L and INR 1.41 Cr.

Most widely opted MS Courses by Indian students are-

·       Computer Science

·       Management

·       Mechanical

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Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

The Indian students can opt for Stanford University for many reasons –

·       There are many Scholarships available as financial aids for students with a low family income.

·       It is one of the top R1 Doctoral Research University.

·       MS and MBA are the popular courses of the Stanford Universi

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Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a week ago

Stanford University offers 37 specializations for the students. It has been placed at #4 in the world, #3 in USA and #2 for its MS Courses as per Shiksha ranking.

MS Course rankings as per QS are given in the table below:

Rankings by

2024

2025

2026

QS - Engineering and Technology

2

3

2

QS - Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering

2

2

2

QS - Physics and Astronomy

4

4

4

QS - Mathematics

3

5

6

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Khushi Arora

Contributor-Level 10

Answered a month ago

Stanford Uni mentions that applying to the MBA course's Round 1 and Round 2 would lead to the following benefits-

  • Enough time to complete any recommended Quantitative preparation prior to arrival on campus
  • Access to on-campus housing lottery including Stanford University's GSB Residences
  • A chance to at

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