🎓 Stanford University: A Premier Destination for International Students

 

🎓 Stanford University: A Premier Destination for International Students





















Location: Stanford, California, USA
Founded: 1885
Type: Private Ivy League Research University
Student Population: Approximately 15,878 undergraduates and 9,300 graduate students
Website: Stanford Admissions

📝 Application Process for International Students

1. Application Platforms

2. Standardized Tests

  • Starting with the Fall 2026 admissions cycle, Stanford requires SAT or ACT scores.

  • The SAT Essay and ACT Writing sections are not required.

  • This reinstates the standardized testing requirement, reversing the test-optional policy introduced in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Times of India

3. English Language Proficiency

  • All international applicants must demonstrate proficiency in English.

  • Accepted tests include:

    • TOEFL iBT

    • IELTS Academic

    • Cambridge English Qualification (C1 Advanced or C2 Proficiency)

  • A minimum TOEFL iBT score of 100 is generally required, though some departments may have higher requirements.

4. Recommendations

  • Provide two letters of recommendation:

    • One from a math or science teacher.

    • One from a humanities, social science, or language teacher.

5. Interviews

  • Interviews are conducted by Stanford alumni and are not guaranteed.

  • The absence of an interview does not negatively impact your application.

💰 Financial Aid and Scholarships

  • Stanford offers need-blind admissions for all U.S. citizens, U.S. permanent residents, and undocumented students, meaning financial need does not affect admission decisions for these applicants.

  • For international students, applying for financial aid is need-aware, meaning your request for financial aid will be a factor in the admission evaluation. Stanford Undergraduate Admission

  • If admitted, Stanford is committed to meeting the full demonstrated financial need of all admitted students, regardless of citizenship.

  • Stanford does not offer merit-based scholarships outside of a limited number of athletic scholarships.

🌍 Campus Life and Support for International Students

  • The Bechtel International Center is Stanford's hub for international students and families, providing support services, cultural programming, and visa guidance. Stanford Undergraduate Admission

  • Stanford offers various student organizations and cultural groups to help international students integrate and build a community.

📌 Important Considerations

  • Visa Requirements: Upon admission, international students will receive a Form I-20, which is necessary to apply for a U.S. student visa (F-1). Stanford Undergraduate Admission

  • Financial Aid Impact: If you apply for financial aid and are admitted, your financial need will be met. However, applying for financial aid as an international student may make the admission process more competitive. Stanford Undergraduate Admission

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