Stanford Student Outcomes
Stanford, CaliforniaGraduation Rate
Percent of students graduating within 150% of normal completion time
94% vs. 41.9% national median| Years | Percent Earning Bachelor's Degree |
|---|---|
| within 4 years | 79% earned a bachelor degree |
| within 5 years | 92% earned a bachelor degree |
| within 6 years | 96% earned a bachelor degree |
A college's graduation rate is a strong indication of its effectiveness and your potential to find success at a school. These statistics measure the percentage of first-time, full-time students who earned a bachelor degree within four, five or six years from Stanford University. For comparison, approximately 58% of starting students nationally earn a bachelor's degree within six years. Stanford University is more effective than average at successfully graduating students.
Post Graduation Earnings
Average Salary After 10 Years
$122,900 vs. $34,300 national median| Years | Average Earnings |
|---|---|
| after 6 years | $95,200 per year |
| after 7 years | $98,600 per year |
| after 8 years | $128,700 per year |
| after 9 years | $109,000 per year |
| after 10 years | $122,900 per year |
10 years after enrolling, the average income of former Stanford University students who are working and no longer in school is $122,900, which is 258% higher than the national median. Sources, U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / Department of Treasury.
Student Loan Debt Upon Graduation
Median Student Loan Debt for Graduates
$12,475Percent of students receiving Federal Loans
12%Student Loan Repayment
Median Loan Payment
$128 per monthPercent of students actively repaying their loans
88% vs. 47% national averageIf you are having trouble affording your Stanford student loan debt, explore your options.
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=243744 IPEDS survey data for Stanford University.
