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Stanford University
Ranking Highlights

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Commonly asked questions
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Q:   Is Stanford a top 10 university?

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According to the Shiksha Grading System, Stanford University has received an A+. It offers top courses for its international and domestic students. Moreover, the university is ranked #2 among the top universities globally by highly-regarded ranking agencies. Additionally, courses offered by Stanford University such as Entrepreneurship, Mathematics, Civil Engineering, and more have an A+ ranking by Shiksha Grading. Along with this, Stanford University is among the top choice of international students to pursue their higher education.

Q:   Is Stanford better than IIT?

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Stanford University and the IITs are very well-known institutions worldwide and have their own strengths as well as weaknesses. According to the QS World University Rankings 2025, Stanford University has secured the spot #6, whereas IIT (Bombay) ranks #118. On the basis of world workings, Stanford University has an upper hand.

Given below is the comprehensive comparison between both the universities on the basis of some other parameters:

Parameters

Stanford University

IIT

Acceptance Rate

4%

<1%*

QS Rankings

#6

#118

Annual Tuition Fee (B.Tech)

INR 52 L - 54 L

8 L - 20 L

Average Package

USD 182,500 (INR 1.52 Cr)

INR 21.82 LPA

*the acceptance rate of IIT is much lower than that of Harvard since the number of applicants applying to IIT is much larger.

Conversion Rate: 1 USD = INR 83.53

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University Ranking

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Stanford University US News & World Report Ranking 2025

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Global Universities
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333
National University633
Aerospace Engineering PG232
Best Graduate Law Schools221
Best Graduate Medical Schools22305
Best UG Biomedical Engineering Schools555
Biomedical Engineering PG432
Chemical Engineering PG422
Civil Engineering PG455
Computer Engineering PG221
Electrical Engineering PG122
Entrepreneurship MBA
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222
Finance MBA
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665
Graduate Business School
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361
Information Systems MBA
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10– / –– / –
Mechanical Engineering PG221
Supply Chain Management MBA
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10910
UG Computer Engineering453
UG Electrical-Electronic and Communications Engineering642
UG Mechanical Engineering334

Stanford University vs Other Universities: US News & World Report Comparison

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Stanford University US News & World Report 2025: Ranking Criteria

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Stanford University FT (Financial Times) Ranking 2025

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GMBA
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6423

Stanford University vs Other Universities: FT (Financial Times) Comparison

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Stanford University FT (Financial Times) 2025: Ranking Criteria

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Stanford University QS Ranking 2025

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World University
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356
Accounting and Finance
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23– / –
Architecture and Built Environment3433– / –
Art and Design2725– / –
Biological Sciences33– / –
Communication and Media Studies48– / –
Engineering and Technology
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22– / –
Global MBA
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11– / –
Law and Legal Studies55– / –
Mathematics33– / –
Mechanical Aeronautical and Manufacturing Engineering22– / –
Medicine33– / –
Performing Arts3937– / –
Physics and Astronomy44– / –
Politics56– / –
Sociology43– / –

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Stanford University QS 2025: Ranking Criteria

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Stanford University THE (Times Higher Education) Ranking 2025

Ranked by202220232024
University
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432
Arts and Humanities111
Clinical and Health665
Engineering
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222
Law112
Life Sciences754
PG Business and Economics
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122
PG Computer Science
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232
Psychology211

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Stanford University ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) Ranking 2025

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Law107– / –
Mathematics79– / –
Nursing201201– / –
Physics37– / –
Political Sciences21– / –
Sociology32– / –

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Stanford University Bloomberg Ranking 2025

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Best Business School USA
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Stanford University
Course Ranking

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B.E. / B.Tech

Ranked by202220232024
US News & World Report - Best UG Biomedical Engineering Schools555
US News & World Report - UG Computer Engineering453
US News & World Report - UG Mechanical Engineering334
US News & World Report - UG Electrical-Electronic and Communications Engineering642

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LL.M.

Ranked by202120222023
QS - Law and Legal Studies-55
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Law7107
US News & World Report - Best Graduate Law Schools-22
THE (Times Higher Education) - Law-11

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M.A.

Ranked by202120222023
QS - Sociology-44
QS - Politics-65
QS - Communication and Media Studies-64
QS - Art and Design-2927
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Political Sciences221
ARWU (Shanghai Ranking) - Sociology232
THE (Times Higher Education) - Arts and Humanities-11
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Commonly asked questions
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Q:   Which university ranks better among Stanford and Harvard?

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Stanford University and Harvard University are both a part of the top 5 universities in the world and students across the world desire to study here. In QS World University Rankings, Harvard has secured the rank #4 in Best Global Universities. Whereas, Stanford has been ranked #6 in the same category.

However, in the ranking awarded by Times Higher Education (THE), Stanford beats Harvard. Students can refer to the table below for Harvard1 University rankings and Harvard University rankings as mentioned in the prominent bodies:

Ranking Body, Category & YearStanford University RankingsHarvard University Rankings
QS Rankings - Best Global Universities 2025#6#4
THE - World University Rankings 2025#6#3
US News & World Report - Best Global Universities 2024#3#1

Q:   What is the rank of Stanford University in the world?

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Stanford University is not only a top-ranking university is US, but one of the top 10 universities in the world. In QS World University Rankings 2025, Stanford University has secured the rank #6, which is a one position drop from its rank #5 in 2024 rankings. According to the US News & World Report Rankings, Stanford has retained #3 position since 2019. When talking about Times Higher Education (THE) rankings, Stanford University has claimed the spot #6 in 2025, observing a declining trend from its ranking #2 in 2024.

Stanford University
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5
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Vibe of Campus
  • Friendly
  • Academically oriented
  • Fun loving
  • Sporty
Student Views
  • 50% students never faced discrimination in this university
Internships4.3
Part time work4.7
Post study jobs4.7
Quality of faculty5
Student Life4.7
Value for money4
Public transportation3
Safety4.7
Indian Food3.7
Permanent Immigration4.3
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Bachelor of Arts in Art History - Batch of 2019
4.6
Stanford is great with good faculty and lots of opportunities.
Tips: Go to Stanford if you want to be around people who are creative risk-takers and highly ambitious. The spirit of entrepreneurship is very rich at Stanford. Take at least one class in coding as this will help you get more from Stanford regardless of your major. There is not enough good public transportation, SF is too far. Overall I am satisfied with the experience.
Likes (Quality of faculty): The faculty is good and highly qualified. Some lecturers are better than others. The art history department is too US-focused but this is changing. Centre for South Asia is slowly becoming more and more amazing. We love it. The faculty is overall approachable.
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Bachelor of Science in Management Science and Engineering - Batch of 2024
4.2
Stanford: Highly rewarding, very competitive and all-round growth
Tips: Cost: Stanford is expensive - both tuition and living expenses. Please check with the department and alumni regarding financial aid options before applying here. Competition: Stanford attracts the best talent from all around the world. At times, it can get super competitive and lead to anxiety, so be prepared to be challenged intellectually and socially. Cultural shift: Stanford and California in general, is known for its laid-back culture. Depending on where you're from, there might be weather changes, norms changes, and especially shifts in liberal social interactions.
Likes (Post study jobs): Alumni network: Stanford has a very strong alumni network which is very valuable for finding a job post-graduation. Stanford CareerEd offers many career-based services like Resume Review, connection to relevant individuals in the industry, interviewing skills, job hunting, etc. They also tailor the information according to your need - eg. Companies sponsoring visas, or in manufacturing sector, etc.
Dislikes (Public transportation): The campus internally is very well connected with Marguerite Shuttle, which is free to use for Stanford students. Outside the campus, there are public transport options like Caltrain and VTA available, but they do not cover all areas comprehensively, hence we have to rely on multiple modes of transport (like changing 3 buses to reach your destination) or personal vehicles. The cost of transportation like Caltrain can get a bit expensive for regular commuting, but can be affordable using Go passes.
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AnonymousVerified Icon
Master of Arts in History - Batch of 2025
3.9
Stanford University has friendly and helpful faculty and management.
Tips: Before joining Stanford University, students should know that the college is strict but friendly as well. College life is a combination of academic, social, and personal growth that students experience. I found student life at Stanford to be a bit uneasy at first, but it eventually turned out to be a good experience. I liked spending time with my friends on the bus ride to and from campus each day, and I enjoyed interacting with both my friends and the faculty. The events at Stanford were a mix of traditional and cultural events. College life will be a transformative experience that offers a variety of experiences and opportunities for personal growth. Overall, I am quite satisfied with my experiences.
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Bachelor of Science in Engineering Physics - Batch of 2024
4.1
Amazing College for this Course!
Tips: This is an amazing place to learn and study if you are looking for a place to excel in your course knowledge. This is the place to go for. But also have a good SAT score so that you will get enough scholarship as the tuition fee is quite high when compared to other universities. Also, this is the best university in my opinion.
Likes (Safety): In this college, you will have amazing safety for the students as there will be a lot of rules and norms to follow. The foreign students feel amazing here because of the safety. There will be a lot of centers to go. The university has friendly people. All the students are friendly to the foreign students.
Dislikes (Indian Food): There were no Indian restaurants to start with. Even if I found one, it was expensive in terms of cost. This is the only reason that I didn't go to any Indian restaurant, instead I go to a Chinese restaurant. Also, I have saved some money to buy groceries and cook for myself.
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