Financial Aid
Making a world-class education possible
We meet the full demonstrated need, without loans, for every admitted undergrad who qualifies for financial assistance.
Announcements
Federal Education Loan Changes for 2026-2027 and Beyond
The Working Families Tax Cut Act, also known as the One Big Beautiful Budget Act, contains provisions that will significantly change federal Direct education loans.
Applying for Aid
Application requirements, forms and deadlines. Note: We cannot confirm receipt of financial aid application requirements for admission applicants until after admission decisions have been released.
Undergraduate Students
Graduate Students
In the Spotlight
Completing the CSS Profile
The College Board provides a video with an overview of the CSS Profile financial aid application.
Completing the FAFSA
The U.S. Department of Education provides this video explaining how to complete the federal FAFSA financial aid application.
University Stipend Policy
Review the rules for when and how undergraduate students can receive stipends from Stanford departments.
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