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Undergraduate students

Stanford Summer Session

Summer Session offers the only opportunity to be a visiting Stanford student.

Dates

Our 8-week program runs June 21–August 17, 2025. It's Stanford's summer quarter.

Cost

Tuition starts at $5,197 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 3 units. Students who live on campus must take a minimum of 8.

What our students think

Why Summer at Stanford?

An opportunity to set yourself apart, explore career paths, and join a global network from over 60 countries. But, don’t take our word for it. Hear what our students have to say.

Gunjan sits outside wearing a red top and smiling.

"This is an environment of such highly skilled people. It has made me believe that my dreams are not so far away."

Gunjan
Summer Session 2024

 

 

Ahmad wears a blue shirt and sits on a wall outside.

“Go out, meet people, hear their stories. It will be one of the most profound experiences that you will have here!"

Ahmad Jawwad
Summer Session 2024

 

 

Maki wears a gray top and sits on a wall outside.

"The best part of Summer Session is the beautiful weather, environment, and culture."

Maki
Summer Session 2024

 

 

Application requirements

As part of the application, you will be asked to supply: transcripts and proof of English proficiency (if necessary).

Eligibility

To be eligible to attend Summer Session at Stanford as an undergraduate student, you must:

  • Be at least 18 years of age by the start of the program.
  • Have graduated from high school, secondary school, or an equivalent.
  • Be a current university student or have some university or post-secondary experience.

The application process

Add Stanford to your university experience

Get ahead with foundational core courses or try something unique to Stanford. Explore Silicon Valley culture and experience the cutting edge of innovation work—whether in the social or technology sector. Study with a dynamic, diverse student body from more than 60 countries and learn from scholars at the top of their field.

Adam wears a red Summer Session shirt and stands outside.

“A vibrant academic culture”

“The best part of Stanford Summer Session was learning from people who are truly passionate about their field and being a part of the vibrant academic culture that exists here.”

Adam Svenningsson
Lund University Undergraduate Student
Stanford Summer Session 2023