Stanford University admissions
Stanford, CA
Stanford University acceptance rate
3.6%
2,067 of 57,326 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Stanford University is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 82% of admitted students enrolled (1,693 of 2,067).
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Common questions about Stanford University
What is the acceptance rate at Stanford University?
Stanford University admitted 3.6% of applicants (2,067 of 57,326) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Stanford University?
1,693 of the 2,067 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 82%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Stanford University?
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