Stanford University is an extremely selective private research university in California’s Silicon Valley, known for world‑class academics, a collaborative, entrepreneurial culture, and beautiful Mediterranean‑style campus. Students often rave about research access, startup and tech connections, strong STEM and humanities programs, and the balance of intense coursework with laid‑back West Coast campus life.
Common Majors
computer science, engineering (electrical, mechanical, bioengineering), economics, human biology
“Days blur together between problem sets in Huang, late‑night project meetings in the d.school, biking across campus trying not to be late, and realizing how easy it is to feel imposter syndrome here, but also how rare it is to be surrounded by people who genuinely care about building things that matter.”
Team & Tuition
Tuition (no scholarship)
$62,484
Conference
Atlantic Coast Conference
Scholarships Available
Yes. Both athletic and academic.