Stanford university
Overview
Stanford University is a private, comprehensive, research-intensive university. It was founded in 1891 by Jane and Leland Stanford. The university is located in Stanford, California and occupies 8,180 acres, among the largest in the United States. Stanford has over 17,000 students. It is ranked #3 in National Universities in the 2022-2023 edition of Best Colleges. Stanford’s mission is to contribute to the world by educating students for lives of leadership and purposeful contribution; advancing fundamental knowledge and cultivating creativity; and accelerating solutions and amplifying their impact.
Stanford University Course Offerings
Stanford University, located in the heart of Silicon Valley, offers a wide array of courses across its seven schools:
- School of Humanities and Sciences: Explore disciplines like literature, history, psychology, and biology.
- School of Engineering: Cutting-edge programs in computer science, mechanical engineering, and AI.
- School of Medicine: Premier education in biomedical sciences and healthcare innovation.
- Graduate School of Business: World-renowned MBA and executive education programs.
- School of Law: Comprehensive courses in corporate law, international law, and technology law.
- School of Earth, Energy & Environmental Sciences: Focus on sustainability and climate solutions.
