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
Philosophy PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F17
International
GRE 170
GRE V 162
GRE AW 5.00
GPA 4.00

(GPA = grad GPA)

Stanford University
Comparative Literature PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
International
Stanford University
Computer SCience Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
International
GRE 168
GRE V 165
GRE AW 4.00
GPA 3.80

1.5 years work ex at startup.

Stanford University
Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F16
American
GRE 170
GRE V 155
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 3.91

Had 2 submitted 3rd author pub at the time I applied. Dream school. Kinda sad.

Stanford University
Mechanical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F18
American
GRE 159
GRE V 158
GRE AW 4.00
GPA 3.80

Email to check the website. Offered admission to Masters program in Mechanical Engineering. Interviewed back in January by three faculty members via phone call and Skype. There is a visit on April 13... likely will not accept. Good luck to everyone!

Stanford University
Computer Science Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F19
International
GPA 3.98

Current 4th year undergrad; no interview

Stanford University
Aerospace Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
International
Stanford University
Civil And Environmental Engineering SDC Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F19
International

No email. I found a decision letter on applyweb.

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

To the post below. What do you mean "we will hear back late this week"? Hear Interview notifications? or PhD offers?

Stanford University
(EE) Electrical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Other on 30 Nov
Total comments
Other on 30 Nov
F16
International

To the acceptance posters below: which website did you check your decision? The one (applyweb.com) that we used for applying?

Stanford University
Operations Research, Management Science & Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F16
International

Computational Social Science. I'm in shock

Stanford University
Electrical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
American
GRE 167
GRE V 161
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 3.79

Rejected for PHD. Accepted for Master's.

Stanford University
Physics PhD
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F17
American
GRE 170
GRE V 167
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 4.00

CMT / QI / it from qubit stuff. Psyched!

Stanford University
Computer Science PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F18
American
GRE 166
GRE V 163
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 4.00

Interview with POI went poorly. No publications. Area: Robotics

Stanford University
Electrical Engineering PhD
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F15
International

Truly a dramatic story!

Stanford University
Civil Engineering - Structural Masters
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F16
International

Dream School!!!

Stanford University
Management Science And Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F16
International
GRE 168
GRE V 163
GRE AW 4.50
GPA 3.90

Received email to check website. Email says 17% acceptance rate this year.

Stanford University
Stegner Other
November 30, -0001
Accepted on 30 Nov
Total comments
Accepted on 30 Nov
F17
American

Over the moon! MFA from state school, but top refs, published sample. Fiction focus.

Stanford University
Management Science And Engineering Masters
November 30, -0001
Rejected on 30 Nov
Total comments
Rejected on 30 Nov
F19
International
GRE 168
GRE V 158
GRE AW 5.00
GPA 9.10

Surprised to be rejected, but then again, it's Stanford. Congrats to all those who got in!

Stanford University
Biomedical Informatics (Biosciences) PhD
November 30, -0001
Interview on 30 Nov
Total comments
Interview on 30 Nov
F15
American