Overview
Founded in 1858 as Cooper Medical College in San Francisco, the school became affiliated with Stanford University in 1908 and relocated to the Stanford campus in Palo Alto in 1959. Since then, it has grown into one of the world's premier academic medical centers, known for pioneering achievements including early heart transplants, advances in genomics, and breakthroughs in cancer immunotherapy. Its close proximity to Silicon Valley has fostered a distinctive culture of interdisciplinary innovation, entrepreneurship, and biotechnology development.
At a Glance
| Type | Private Research |
| Location | Stanford, California |
| Founded | 1858 |
| Total students | 1,200 |
| Student–faculty ratio | 1:2 |
| Acceptance rate | 2% |
| Graduation rate | 97% |
| Average starting salary | $220,000 |
Tuition & Costs (estimates)
| In-state tuition | $63,000 |
| Out-of-state tuition | $63,000 |
| Room & board | $20,000 |
| Average financial aid | $45,000 |
| Students receiving aid | 75% |
Admissions
| SAT range | N/A |
| ACT range | N/A |
| Average GPA | 3.89 |
| Regular deadline | October 1 |
Top Programs
- Immunology
- Genetics
- Biomedical Informatics
- Cancer Biology
- Neuroscience
Figures are estimates for exploration — verify current costs, deadlines, and requirements on the university's official website.