High School
Study with a dynamic, diverse student body from more than 60 countries, with the opportunity to earn credit and an official transcript from Stanford.
Dates
Our 8-week program runs June 21–August 17, 2025. It's Stanford's summer quarter.
Cost
Tuition starts at $8,091 for students who commute. For students who take a full-time course load and live on campus with a meal plan, costs start at $18,443.
Workload
Students who commute must take a minimum of 5 units. Students who live on campus must take a minimum of 8.
"It's the learning environment"
High School students attending Summer Session describe it as a unique learning environment: there's a drive to succeed, sure, but everyone earned their place here and collaboration is common.
Application Requirements
As part of the application, you will be asked to supply: transcripts, two short essays, and proof of English proficiency (if necessary).
Eligibility
To be eligible to attend Summer Session as a high school student, you must:
- Be a current sophomore, junior, or senior at the time of application.
- Be at least 16 at the start of the program, June 21, 2025, and no more than 19 by the last day, August 17, 2025. There are no exceptions to these age restrictions.
- Not be matriculating into Stanford as a first year.
Experience College
"I enjoyed the flexibility and independence that comes with a college environment."
Ann
Summer Session 2024
Summer at Stanford Sets You Apart
Balance challenging academics with a rich menu of educational and social activities as a visiting Stanford student.
130+ Courses
Explore a possible major or take a course that's unique to Stanford.
Friends from 60+ Countries
Summer Session students come from around the world to study here during the summer.
8,180 Acres
The Farm was made for summer sunshine. There are so many outdoor spaces to explore.
Stanford Resources
More than 20 libraries, two gyms, two (free) museums, a concert hall, sports facilities, and maker spaces—and you have access to all of it.