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Stanford University

Stanford, California · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$102,887

Acceptance Rate

4%

Graduation Rate

94%

Annual Tuition

$62,484

At a Glance

Total Students

7,841

Retention Rate

98%

Faculty Ratio

6

Financial Aid

6%

Median Debt

$12,000

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

Stanford University is a private, non-profit institution with a very selective admissions process, accepting only 3.9% of applicants. The university has a student body of 7,841, and it boasts high retention and graduation rates of 97.8% and 94%, respectively. The annual tuition cost for in-state students is $62,484.

Graduates of Stanford University experience strong financial outcomes. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $89,527, increasing to $102,887 after five years and $124,080 after ten years. The median debt for students is $12,000, and 6.3% of students receive financial aid.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$90k

1 YEAR

$103k

5 YEARS

$124k

10 YEARS

Top 1% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Stanford University alumni earn a median salary of $89,527. Five years after graduation, the median salary increases to $102,887. Ten years after graduation, the median salary reaches $124,080. The median debt for graduates is $12,000. 6.3% of students receive financial aid.

Stanford University has a high retention rate of 97.8% and a graduation rate of 94%. The university has a very low acceptance rate of 3.9%. The total student population is 7,841. The in-state tuition is $62,484.

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Campus Location

Stanford, California

Stanford, CA 94305

Stanford University is located in Stanford, California. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Stanford University has an acceptance rate of 3.9%.