Application Information

Stanford Summer Session admits visiting students in four application periods. Admission is offered to qualified students on a first-come, first-served basis, so interested applicants are encouraged to apply early.

Application Deadlines

The table below indicates application details for visiting domestic (U.S.), visiting international, International Honors Program (IHP), and summer online students. If you are a high school student, please refer to the application details on the High School Summer College website. If you are a current Stanford student, please click here for more information regarding enrollment.

Application Period

Application Open Date

Application Completion Date*

Application Fee

Decision Release Date

Early December 3, 2015 January 31, 2016 $25 February 12, 2016
Priority February 1, 2016 February 29, 2016 $50 March 11, 2016
General March 1, 2016 March 31, 2016 $75 Rolling basis
Late (International) April 1, 2016 April 24, 2016 $100 Rolling basis (as available)
Late (Domestic) April 1, 2016 May 25, 2016 $100 Rolling basis (as available)
*Applications will only be considered complete once the application is submitted, required materials are uploaded, and application fee is paid.

Select the appropriate program button below to learn more about how to start an application.

High School Students Visiting International Students
Visiting Domestic Students Summer Online Students
International Honors Program (IHP) U.S. Veterans