STANFORD
A Mission Defined by Possibility!
Where Innovation Meets Education!
A Mission Defined by Possibility!
Where Innovation Meets Education!
At Stanford, our mission of discovery and learning is energized by a spirit of optimism and possibility that dates to our founding. Here you’ll find a place of intellectual expansiveness, wide-ranging perspectives, and freedom to explore new lines of thinking. Buzzing with ideas and innovation, approaching questions with openness and curiosity, pursuing excellence in all we do – this is Stanford.
Stories about people, research, and innovation across the Farm
In the SpotlightWhy research matters
Andrew Luck: Back in the Game
AI tool enhances speed, accuracy, and collaboration for pathologists
Eyes on the sky from afar in SLAC’s Rubin control room
U.S. faces rising death toll from wildfire smoke
Charting the journey of sacred Sáttítla to national monument status
Preparing students to make meaningful contributions to society as engaged citizens and leaders in a complex world
Rich learning experiences that provide a broad liberal arts foundation and deep subject-area expertise
Unsurpassed opportunities to participate in the advancement of entire fields of knowledge
Continuing adult education, executive and professional programs, and programs for K-12 students
Medicine | Law | Humanities & Sciences | Engineering | Education | Sustainability | Business
“The truly impactful technologies are always based on the condition that you can freely explore.”
Renee Zhao
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Driving discoveries vital to our world, our health, and our intellectual life
| Metric | Count |
|---|---|
| Inventions created by federally funded Stanford research | 6,699 |
| U.S. patents based on federally funded Stanford research | 3,029 |
| Start-up companies founded based on federally funded Stanford research | 400+ |
| Jobs created by companies that started with federally funded Stanford research | 350,000+ |
| Private investment in start-up companies that grew out of federally funded Stanford research | $94 Billion |
| Market value of the top 30 companies founded by Stanford alumni | $11+ trillion |
Advancing human health through innovative research, education, and care
Leading a worldwide revolution in precision health through biomedical research, education, and clinical enterprises
Leveraging expertise and advanced technology to deliver unparalleled care for each patient’s unique needs
The only health care network in the Bay Area – and one of the few in the country – exclusively dedicated to pediatric and obstetric care
“There’s a lot to question – that’s one of the most important things I’ll take with me from my Stanford experience.”
Khoi Young, ’25
Design major and three-time NCAA gymnastics champion
Building a vibrant community of creative and accomplished people from around the world
A residential campus with diverse housing, exceptional dining, and over 600 student organizations
A rich tradition of fostering creativity and a vibrant arts district on campus
State-of-the-art facilities and fitness programs to encourage movement and play
Providing student-athletes the opportunity to achieve excellence both in competition and in the classroom
Home of Champions
Stanford’s 137 NCAA championships are the most for any university, a product of an unrivaled culture of excellence and continued support from the campus community
National Championships
Olympic Excellence
The Cardinal has produced at least one medalist in every Olympics in which the U.S. has competed since 1912, totaling 335 medals from 196 medalists
Medals
Multidimensional Impact
Stanford student-athletes have achieved local, national, and global impact through community involvement and advocacy
Offering extraordinary freedom to explore, to collaborate, and to challenge yourself
Explore the possibilities of a Stanford education as you map out your college journey.
We look for distinctive students who exhibit an abundance of energy and curiosity in their classes, activities, projects, research, and lives.
Stanford meets the full financial need of every admitted undergrad who qualifies for assistance. More than two-thirds of undergrads receive some form of financial assistance. Generally, tuition is covered for families with incomes below $150,000.
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