Restrictive Early Action
Fall 2025
Stanford University
Stanford, CA, US🇺🇸
Stories from students at Stanford University
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
How UNIQLO gave me a Full-Ride Scholarship to Stanford University
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by Tomoko from Japan 🇯🇵
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
From the mountains of the Peruvian jungle to the world: My challenging path to a full scholarship at Stanford
by Stella Maris from Peru 🇵🇪
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
How I got into Stanford University with a full-ride as a low-income & first-gen international student
by Juliana from Brazil 🇧🇷
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
Stanford Class of 2028 acceptance story: Connecting a clothing business, mobile app, and an upbringing in Brazil
by Gabriela from Brazil 🇧🇷
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
From public school in Brazil to a full-ride scholarship at Stanford University Class of 2027
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by Nathaly from Brazil 🇧🇷
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
Building a startup and getting into Stanford Class of 2027
by Dinara from Kazakhstan 🇰🇿
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
How I became the first Stanford Undergraduate student from Tajikistan
by Khosiyat from Tajikistan 🇹🇯
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
How I got into Stanford with full financial aid as an international student from a local school in Belarus
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by seanka from Belarus 🇧🇾
Stanford University 🇺🇸
Stanford, US
How I got into Stanford’s Newest PhD Program in Climate & Environment
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by hannah.mel.rea from Australia 🇦🇺
Location & Campus
Gender Distribution
Fall 2023 undergraduate% of International Students
2024-2025 undergraduateStanford University is located in Large Suburb of Stanford, CA, US🇺🇸
Admissions
Deadlines
- Regular DecisionFall 2025
Acceptance Rate
Fall 2024 undergraduateInternational
Overall
Test Scores SAT/ACT
Test Policy for Fall 2026: SAT/ACT Required
SAT
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
740780
Math
770800
ACT
Composite
3435
Relative Importance of Factors in Admission Decisions
Academic Factors
| Factor | Very Important | Important | Considered | Not Considered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rigor of secondary school record | ✓ | |||
| Class rank | ✓ | |||
| Academic GPA | ✓ | |||
| Standardized test scores | ✓ | |||
| Application essay | ✓ | |||
| Recommendation(s) | ✓ |
Non-Academic Factors
| Factor | Very Important | Important | Considered | Not Considered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Interview | ✓ | |||
| Extracurricular activities | ✓ | |||
| Talent/ability | ✓ | |||
| Character/personal qualities | ✓ | |||
| First generation | ✓ | |||
| Alumni/ae relation | ✓ | |||
| Geographical residence | ✓ | |||
| State residency | ✓ | |||
| Religious affiliation/commitment | ✓ | |||
| Volunteer work | ✓ | |||
| Work experience | ✓ | |||
| Level of applicant’s interest | ✓ |
Supplemental Essays
What is the most significant challenge that society faces today?
What historical moment or event do you wish you could have witnessed?
Please describe what aspects of your life experiences, interests and character would help you make a distinctive contribution as an undergraduate to Stanford University.
Briefly elaborate on one of your extracurricular activities, a job you hold, or responsibilities you have for your family.
How did you spend your last two summers?
Virtually all of Stanford's undergraduates live on campus. Write a note to your future roommate that reveals something about you or that will help your roommate – and us – get to know you better.
The Stanford community is deeply curious and driven to learn in and out of the classroom. Reflect on an idea or experience that makes you genuinely excited about learning.
Costs & Aid
$87,833Total Cost on Campus
$8,141Average Cost After Aid on Campus
| Estimated expenses | Academic year 2023-24 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate tuition and fees | $62,484 |
| Books and supplies | $825 |
| On-campus housing | $19,922 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,602 |
| Total | $87,833 |
Rankings
#4U.S. News Best National University Rankings 2025
#6QS World University Rankings 2025
#6Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025
Fields of Study
Students graduated in 2022-2023