Race & Ethnicity
Stanford University has a diverse student body with 64% students of color and 17% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Stanford University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Stanford University has a gender distribution of 51% female students and 49% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
21% of total enrollment
23% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Stanford University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 74% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 1% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
74%
Traditional Age (18-21)
1%
Non-Traditional (25+)
56%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Stanford University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 17% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 35% in-state residents, 48% out-of-state students, and 17% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
35% of student body
48% of student body
17% of student body
States Represented
All 50 states and Washington D.C. are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
64%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
51%
Female Students
Global Reach
17%
International
Age Diversity
1%
Non-Traditional Age