Stanford University School of Medicine
#8 in Best Medical Schools
#14 in Highest MCAT Scores
#8 in Lowest Acceptance Rate
Founded in 1908, Stanford University School of Medicine is a Private (not-for-profit) school located in Stanford, CA.
Stanford University School of Medicine is ranked 8th in Best Medical Schools, 14th in Highest MCAT Scores, and 8th in Lowest Acceptance Rate.
The following statements briefly introduce Stanford University School of Medicine along with key academic facts.
- The average MCAT Score of enrolled students at Stanford University School of Medicine is 520 - the average MCAT score of U.S. medical schools is 513.
- The average GPA of enrolled students at Stanford University School of Medicine is 3.95 - the average GPA score of U.S. medical schools is 3.82.
- The 2027 tuition & fees at Stanford University School of Medicine is $72,102 - the average medical school tuition is $65,250.
- The acceptance rate* at Stanford University School of Medicine is 0.92% - the average acceptance rate of U.S. medical school is 3.81%.
- Total 509 medical school students have enrolled to Stanford University School of Medicine for the academic year 2025-2026.
*The acceptance rate: percentage of applicants who are enrolled finally.
2027 Stanford University School of Medicine Tuition & Fees
The 2027 tuition at Stanford University School of Medicine is $72,102. The 2027 tuition & fees is increased by 3.50% compared to the previous year rate (2026). Stanford University School of Medicine's tuition is and similar to the average tuition of U.S. medical schools.and 2.6% lower than average tuition of California medical schools.
The medical school tuition differs and more expensive than the regular undergraduate and graduate programs. The average undergraduate program tuition & fees at Stanford University is $65,910. The average graduate schools tuition & fees other than medical school is $61,878.
The average living costs including room & board and transportation costs is $28,650 and the personal miscellaneous expenses is $8,985.
| Stanford University School of Medicine Tuition & Fees | $72,102 |
|---|---|
| U.S. Private Medical School Average | $72,062 |
| California Private Medical School Average | $73,994 |
| Living Costs | $28,650 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $8,985 |
| Books & Supplies | $1,500 |
| Undergraduate Program | $65,910 |
| Graduate Program | $61,878 |
MCAT & GPA Scores
The average MCAT score of enrolled students at Stanford University School of Medicine is 520. Compared to the average MCAT of all medical schools, the MCAT score of Stanford University School of Medicine is around average of U.S. medical schools (the average score is 512).
The average GPA is 3.95 and it is relatively higher (competitive score) compared to other medical schools (the average GPA is 3.80).
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| MCAT - Stanford University School of Medicine | 520 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 512 |
| California Medical Schools | 514 |
| GPA - Stanford University School of Medicine | 3.95 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.80 |
| California Medical Schools | 3.80 |
Acceptance Rate & Yield
The 2025 acceptance rate at Stanford University School of Medicine is 0.92% where 9,793 applicants have applied to and 90 students have accepted and finally enrolled to school.
The acceptance rate at Stanford School of Medicine is much lower (extremely difficult to get in) compared to other medical schools in united states (the average acceptance rate is 3.80%). Note that the acceptance rate means the percentage of applicants who are accepted and enrolled (not just accepted).
| Total | Residency | Gender | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| California | Other State | Men | Women | ||
| Applicants | 9,793 | 3,300 (33.7%) |
6,493 (66.3%) |
4,544 (46.4%) |
5,161 (52.7%) |
| Enrolled | 90 | 36 (40.0%) |
54 (60.0%) |
39 (43.3%) |
50 (55.6%) |
| Acceptance Rate | 0.92% | 1.09% | 0.83% | 0.86% | 0.97% |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.80% | 11.70% | 1.83% | 3.86% | 3.77% |
| California Medical Schools | 1.71% | 2.26% | 0.79% | 1.74% | 1.70% |
New Students and Total Enrollment
For the academic year 2025-2026, total 90 first-time students have enrolled in Stanford University School of Medicine.By residency, 40.0% of new students is California residents and 60.0% of enrolled students from other States. By gender, 55.6% of enrolled students is women and 43.3% is men students.
A total of 509 students have enrolled to Stanford University School of Medicine. By gender, there are 244 male and 260 female students at Stanford University School of Medicine.
| 2026 | |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 509 |
| Men Students | 244 |
| Women Students | 260 |
| First-time Students | 90 |