Stanford University Graduate School Admission Results

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This page shows the recent graduate admission results for Stanford University. These results automatically update with new admission results submissions, so you can check back to see when others have been accepted, rejected, or waitlisted to specific schools and programs.

Stanford University

Stanford University, in Stanford, California, is a prestigious private research institution known for its academic excellence and innovation. Notable graduate programs include the Stanford Graduate School of Business, the School of Engineering (especially in computer ... science and electrical engineering), and the Stanford Law School. The School of Medicine is also renowned for its biomedical research and clinical training. Stanford's close ties to Silicon Valley enhance its focus on entrepreneurship and cutting-edge technology.

Summary

The Stanford University Graduate School Admission results for the past five years reflect a highly competitive environment with diverse outcomes across several programs. Computer Science saw both waitlisting and acceptance for PhD candidates, indicating a selective but attainable program. Mechanical Engineering experienced multiple rejections, pointing to stringent criteria. Electrical Engineering welcomed numerous master's candidates, suggesting a strong acceptance rate for these applicants. Economics showed successful waitlist acceptances, reflecting a hopeful trend for late-stage applicants. Civil and Environmental Engineering had several interview opportunities, highlighting its competitive nature. Bioengineering and Translational Research programs predominantly reported rejections, emphasizing their competitive entry barriers. Physics saw both waitlisting and acceptance, indicating a selective but attainable program. Chemistry had multiple interview opportunities, underlining its competitive environment. Management Science and Engineering experienced numerous rejections despite strong applications, underscoring the program's high standards. Statistics saw both waitlisting and acceptance, suggesting a balanced yet competitive program. Overall, these results suggest that while some programs like Electrical Engineering and Economics offer hope through waitlist acceptances, others like Bioengineering remain exceptionally competitive.

School Program Added On Decision
Stanford University
Economics PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
International
GRE 160

expected!!!

Stanford University
Physics PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F16
International

Wanted to do holographic principle with XL Qi and Susskind. Guess I'll go to Chicago then.

Stanford University
Mechanical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
International
Stanford University
Applied Physics PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F20
American

Guys, I talked to the department and I was told that they were planning to send emails on Friday, but they couldn't. They will send out emails on Monday now.

Stanford University
Structural Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F20
International

Anything from CEE?

Stanford University
Civil Engineering ( Sustainable Design & Construction) Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F18
American

To the other SDC poster, I was hoping so, but am not counting on it based on last year's results. Some seemed to have heard back after the admit/visit day :(

Stanford University
Economics PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
American
GRE 169
GRE V 167
GRE AW 5.50
GPA 3.95

Yeah, this one doesn't even hurt tbh. 5a/6r/5p

Stanford University
Management Science And Engineering (MS&E) Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F18
International
GRE 170
GRE V 159
GRE AW 3.50
GPA 3.90

Rejected again after phd. A little bit disappointed, but I already got offers from other top schools.

Stanford University
German Studies PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
American

Very late notification!

Stanford University
Computational And Mathematical Engineering (ICME), Compgeo Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F18
International

Told to check website for decision. Undergrad in Engineering from NZ university, decent but not perfect GPA, GRE, and LORs. Bit disappointing for me, but congratulations to those good enough to get in!

Stanford University
( ECE ) Electrical And Computer Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
American

From UCLA. 5 papers, one first author. Work for 4 different labs inside and outside UCLA. Interviewed by two professors in late January. Upper div GPA 3.66. One year funding fellowship. Worried about low GPA meaning no ability to pass quals.

Stanford University
Mechanical Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
International

Fuck you. Give me my money back.

Stanford University
East Asian Studies (CEAS) Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
International
GRE 168
GRE V 168
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 3.88
Stanford University
Philosophy PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F18
American

2a/0w/4r out of 6

Stanford University
Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
International

Sad! i.imgur.com/QYGc9kt.jpg

Stanford University
Statistics Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
International

sad

Stanford University
Civil And Envinromental Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F17
International

For everyone else still waiting, I emailed them and got the following response: "The admissions committee have pushed back their deadline and are still evaluating applications. We are unable to speculate when they might issue a decision on any single application."

Stanford University
Biosciences (Stem Cell Biology And Regenerative Medicine) PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
American

Postmarked 1/26/15. Email should have been sufficient.

Stanford University
Communication Studies PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
American
Stanford University
Affective Science, Psychology PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F18
International
GRE 163
GRE V 161
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 3.90

In-person interview on Feb 2-4. PI initials I.G.