Undergraduate Basics : Stanford University

Undergraduate Basics

Meeting the cost of an undergraduate education is a significant investment. At Stanford, we are committed to providing a comprehensive need-based financial aid program that makes it financially possible for admitted students to attend. Our admission program is need-blind, meaning, for all but some international applicants, financial status will not affect the admission decision.

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How Aid Works

About two thirds of our students receive some form of aid to attend Stanford. 58% receive scholarships from Stanford, including athletic scholarships. Nearly half receive need-based scholarships from Stanford and pay an average of $14,000 toward their bills after all grant aid is applied.


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Applying for Aid

Application requirements, forms and deadlines.


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The Student Budget

How much does it cost to attend Stanford?


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Types of Aid

What are the different kinds of financial aid available to me? Learn about university scholarship, federal and state grants, determining eligibility, student employment, outside scholarships, and loans.


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Statement of Policies

The nitty-gritty details about registration, academic progress, notification requirements, and withdrawal.