Stanford University
Mission Statement
From the Stanford University Founding Grant, November 11, 1885: ... the Nature, Object and Purposes of the Institution Hereby Founded, to Be: Its nature, that of a university with such seminaries of learning as shall make it of the highest grade, including mechanical institutes, museums, galleries of art, laboratories and conservatories, together with all things necessary for the study of agriculture in all its branches, and for mechanical training, and the studies and exercises directed to the cultivation and enlargement of the mind: Its object, to qualify its students for personal success, and direct usefulness in life; And its purposes, to promote the public welfare by exercising an influence in behalf of humanity and civilization, teaching the blessings of liberty regulated by law and inculcating love and reverence for the great principles of government as derived from the inalienable rights of man to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.
Location
Stanford, CA 94305
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Contact Information
General Information: 650-723-2300
College at a Glance
- School Type:
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above - Faculty:
26 Faculty Members | 787:1 Student:Faculty Ratio - Religious Affiliation:
Not applicable - Mission Highlights:
None
Top Five Largest Sports Teams:
Male Sports
- Football
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Baseball
- Swimming and Diving (combined)
- Wrestling
Female Sports
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Rowing
- Swimming and Diving (combined)
- Lacrosse
- Other Sports
Tuition & Fees Per Year
Undergraduate:
- In-State:
- $38,238
- Out-of-State:
- $38,238
Graduate:
- In-State:
- $37,968
- Out-of-State:
- $37,968
Student Body Breakdown
- Total Enrolled:
- 20,465
- Undergraduates:
- 7,699
- Graduates:
- 11,734
Undergraduate Demographics
- 49.46% (Female Students)
- 50.54% (Male Students)
- 26.18% (Asian/Pacific Islander)
- 11.66% (Black)
- 44.79% (Caucasian)
- 14.18% (Hispanic/Latino)
- 3.19% (Native American)
Pay For College with ROTC
Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) is a college scholarship program that prepares students to become military officers. Offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities, it can help cover the costs of tuition and expenses.
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Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) is a college program, offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities across the United States, that prepares young adults to become military officers. In exchange for a paid college education and a guaranteed post-college career, ROTC students commit to serve in the Military after graduation (generally three to four years of Active Duty).
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Undergraduate Admissions
- 30,429 Apply
- 2,426 Are Accepted
- 1,694 Actually Attend
Types of Degrees Offered
Certificate
Associate's Degree- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- Doctoral Degree
Learn more about this school at: www.stanford.edu/