About the school

Education was the founding department of Stanford University when it opened in 1891. The department was later elevated to the School of Education in 1917. The school's name was changed to Stanford Graduate School of Education in 2013 to reflect its sophisticated research and graduate-level preparation of educators, academics, policymakers, and entrepreneurs. Stanford University is accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission. Glenn Singleton (founder and CEO of Courageous Conversation), Tina Lee (founder of MotherCoders) and Eduardo Briceno (co-founder of Mindset Works) are among the several illustrious alumni of the Graduate School of Education. Stanford University is situated in Northern California's vibrant Silicon Valley, which is the home of Yahoo!, Google, Hewlett-Packard, and several other advanced businesses that Stanford alumni and teachers founded.

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Life at the Graduate School of Education

Students from more than 70 nations and 50 US states coexist on the campus. The 8,000 acres of land that form Stanford's residential campus is home to a vibrant community. Residential and Dining Enterprises of the university manages eateries and student housing on the campus. Graduate students are provided options like single graduate housing, couples without children housing, and students with children housing. The on-campus residential buildings include residence halls, apartments, suites, and row houses. The Community Housing Office helps students find off-campus housing in the neighbourhood. The university's eateries and cafes offer a superb dining experience with tailored and quick-service dishes cooked by a team of award-winning chefs. The nine dining halls offer excellent service, a high-quality selection of menu, and a variety of dietary options to accommodate the requirements of Stanford society. Recreation and Wellness facilities at Stanford University encompass the Arrillaga Outdoor Education and Recreation Center, climbing wall. Avery Rec pool, Avery Aquatic Center, etc. Students can opt for biking, carpooling, or vanpooling services to travel inside and outside the campus.

Additional benefits of studying at the Graduate School of Education

The Graduate School of Education houses several research centres, such as the Centre for Education Policy Analysis, the Centre to Support Excellence in Teaching, Development, and Research in Early Mathematics Education, the John W. Gardner Center for Youth and Their Communities, the Lemann Center, etc. that provide a space for faculty and students to engage in various experimental studies.

Admissions criteria

The Graduate School of Education at Stanford University has the following general application requirements for prospective international students applying to various graduate programmes. - Statement of Purpose (1 to 2 pages) - Resume/CV has to be uploaded - Provide 3 letters of recommendation - Submit transcripts from all colleges and universities attended. Transcripts not in English should accompany a translation either provided by the Institution or a certified translator - GRE score is required - Proof of proficiency in English is required: - TOEFL: a minimum score of 100 in iBT A tentative list of expenses a graduate student could incur while studying at Stanford University Graduate School of Education includes: - Health service fee - Cost of books/course materials - Food and other expenses - Housing - Transportation

Job placements

The career education office, Edcareers, at the Stanford Graduate School of Education helps students and alumni develop their careers. The Edcareers job portal connects students and employers. Graduate students can use it to browse job openings and experiential learning chances, submit internship agreements, and get access to career development resources. Companies also use the platform to post job, internship, and consulting opportunities. The EdCareers staff provides one-on-one and team career coaching for students and alumni. EdCareers also conducts workshops and panel discussions that provide networking opportunities for students.