Admissions Overview
High School Diploma
Required
Common App
Accepted
Class Rank
Considered
Credit for AP Classes
Provided
SAT/ACT
Optional
TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo
Optional
College Prep Program
Recommended
Additional Materials
Arts Portfolio
4%
Acceptance Rate
3.8 - 4.0
Average GPA
1470 - 1570
Average SAT Score
34 - 35
Average ACT Score
GPA Requirements
For undergraduate admissions, Stanford University does not have a rigid minimum GPA requirement.
However, admitted students often have very high GPAs, with an average GPA of 3.9 and ranges from 3.8 to 4.0. The institution also suggests that students enrol in five classes per semester.
3.9
Average High School GP
3.8 - 4.0
25th-7th Percentile
SAT Requirements
Tests are not now required for admission to Stanford. SAT scores for admitted students at Stanford University range from 1470 to 1570, with an average score of 1520.
Although the SAT is optional, we advise students to aim for a strong SAT score of at least 1520 to be competitive in the Stanford University admissions process.
1520
Average SAT
1470 - 1570
25th-75th Percentile
15%
Students submitting SAT scores
ACT Requirements
Stanford won’t be testing applicants in the upcoming cycle. ACT scores for admitted students to Stanford University range from 34 to 35, with an average score of 34.
A strong ACT score will still help you stand out from the crowd and get into the school of your choice. It will enable admissions staff to compare you to the other applicants quickly and fairly.
34
Average ACT
34-35
25th-75th Percentile
11%
Students submitting
ACT scores
Other Requirements
Depending on the programme of study you apply for, Stanford has various additional requirements in addition to academic marks.
Extracurriculars
Make sure you have extracurriculars relating to your area of study and those that show your dedication over time.
Recommendation Letters
Stanford University requires two teacher recommendations and one counselor recommendation.
TOEFL, IELTS, Cambridge or Duolingo
Fluency in English is a prerequisite for undergraduate admission at Stanford. However, the university does not require that you take any standardized tests to demonstrate your English skills.
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