Stanford University

Overview

Stanford was founded almost 150 years ago on a bedrock of societal purpose. Our mission is to contribute to the world by educating students for lives of leadership and contribution with integrity; advancing fundamental knowledge and cultivating creativity; leading in pioneering research for effective clinical therapies; and accelerating solutions and amplifying their impact.

Stanford University acceptance rate as of 2024 is only 5%, indicating an extremely selective admission policy. Stanford University admissions take place through Fall intake and Spring intake. Students generally require an average aggregate score of 85% or more for getting admission. For the 2024-25 admission cycle, Stanford University does not require ACT or SAT scores from first-year applicants.

What distinguishes Stanford University from others is its entrepreneurial culture. According to a recent report, 96% of graduates received job offers within 3 months after graduating. Stanford graduates reportedly earn an average annual salary of 115,000 USD per year (95.44 lakhs). Companies like LinkedIn, Hewlett-Packard, and Sun Microsystems are all founded by Stanford University alumni.