Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
3.91%
SAT Average
1,553
ACT Range
34-35
Stanford University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 3.91%. This means approximately 39 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 7,841 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
3.91%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $62,484 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $62,484 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $82,162 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $12,136 | State avg: $19,695. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 19.23% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 6.29% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Stanford University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$62,484
Room and board
$19,922
Books and supplies
$825
Other expenses
$4,602
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$82,162
Average net price
$12,136
Average aid coverage
85%
$70,026 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Stanford University pays approximately $12,136 per year after grants and aid. This is below the California average of $19,695 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Stanford University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to California and national averages.
Stanford University net price
$12,136
California average
$19,695
National average
$17,506
Stanford University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $62,484 and average net price at $12,136. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$62,484
Current net price
$12,136
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
92.82%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$124,080
Undergraduates
7,841
10-Year Median Earnings - Stanford University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Stanford University graduates earn about 2.8x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Stanford University?
Undergraduates
7,841
Completion rate
92.82%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
19.23%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
6.29%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 19.23% of Stanford University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 6.29% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Stanford University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Stanford University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Stanford University lists Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Campus and Location
Stanford University is listed at , Stanford, CA 94305. Accreditor: Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Stanford University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stanford University | 3.91% | $62,484 | $12,136 | $124,080 |
| Samuel Merritt University | Not available | Not available | Not available | $143,238 |
| Harvey Mudd College | 13.06% | $66,255 | $32,492 | $138,687 |
| California Institute of Technology | 3.14% | $63,255 | $18,902 | $128,566 |
| Los Angeles County College of Nursing and Allied Health | Not available | Not available | Not available | $115,318 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stanford University's acceptance rate?
Stanford University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 3.91%.
How much is Stanford University tuition?
Stanford University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $62,484.
What is Stanford University's average net price?
Stanford University's average net price in the local dataset is $12,136.
What does Stanford University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $-79 for Stanford University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Stanford University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $124,080 for Stanford University.
Is Stanford University accredited?
Stanford University's accreditor in the local dataset is Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission.
How many students attend Stanford University?
The local dataset lists 7,841 undergraduate students at Stanford University.
What percentage of Stanford University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Stanford University in the local dataset is 19.23%.
What is the federal loan rate at Stanford University?
The federal loan rate for Stanford University in the local dataset is 6.29%.
Where should I verify Stanford University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Stanford University or the latest official federal education data.