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Stanford University

Academic Requirements

Admissions Overview

4%

Acceptance Rate

3.8 - 4.0

Average GPA

1470 - 1570

Average SAT Score

34 - 35

Average ACT Score

GPA Requirements

Stanford University does not have a strict minimum GPA requirement for undergraduate admissions. However, admitted students typically have very high GPAs, ranging from 3.8 to 4.0, with an average GPA of 3.9. The university also recommends students take 5 classes in each of their semesters.

3.9

Average High School GPA

3.8 - 4.0

25th-7th Percentile

SAT Requirements

Stanford is test-optional currently for the admissions cycle. Stanford University's SAT scores for admitted students range from 1470 - 1570, with an average score of 1520.

Although SAT scores are optional, we recommend that students aim for a good SAT score of at least 1520 to be competitive in the admissions process at Stanford University.

1520

Average SAT

1470 - 1570

25th-75th Percentile

15%

Students submitting SAT scores

ACT Requirements

Stanford is test-optional for the next admissions cycle. Stanford University's ACT scores for admitted students range from 34 to 35, with an average score of 34.

A good ACT score will still boost your application above the competition and help get you into your dream school. It will allow admissions officers to quickly and objectively compare you to the rest of the applicant pool.

34

Average ACT

34-35

25th-75th Percentile

11%

Students submitting ACT scores

Other Requirements

Besides academic grades, Stanford has some additional requirements based on the program of study you apply for.

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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