Stanford Policies

Academic Regulations
Summer students should familiarize themselves with policies regarding the grading system, change of studies, dropping courses, withdrawing from courses, taking courses credit/no credit, end-quarter period, end-quarter examinations, and fees (including late fees). Explanations of these policies are provided in the Stanford Bulletin, available at the Stanford Bookstore.

Student Conduct
The basic rules for student conduct at Stanford University are stated in the Fundamental Standard, the Honor Code, and the Policy on Campus Disruptions. Each member of the Stanford community, including summer visitors, is responsible for knowing these policies. The policies can be found in the Stanford Bulletin. Questions about possible policy violations may be discussed with the Judicial Affairs Officer, 650-725-2485. Formal charges are initiated by the Judicial Affairs Officer.

Accreditation
Stanford University is accredited by the Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities of the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC), 985 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 100, Alameda, CA 94501; 501-748-9001. In addition, certain programs of the University have specialized accreditation. For information, contact the Office of the University Registrar.

Statement of Nondiscriminatory Policy
Stanford University's Summer Session admits students of either sex and any race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the University. It prohibits discrimination, including harassment, against students on the basis of sex, race, age, color, disability, religion, sexual orientation, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, athletic, and other University-administered programs.

Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)
FERPA affords students certain rights with respect to their education records. Information can be found in the Stanford Bulletin.

Additional Information
Additional information on Stanford University can be obtained through Stanford's web site.

Every effort is made to ensure that the course information, applicable policies, and other materials contained in this Web site are accurate and current. The University reserves the right to make changes at any time without prior notice.