Is Stanford need-blind for admissions?

I've been researching different colleges, and I'm a bit confused about whether Stanford's admissions policy is need-blind or not. Can anyone clarify this for me? Also, if they are need-blind, does that apply to international students as well?

Yes, Stanford University is need-blind for all U.S. citizens, permanent residents, and undocumented students applying for undergraduate admissions. This policy means that the university does not consider an applicant's financial situation when reviewing their application for admission.

However, for international students, the admissions policy is need-aware, which means that while Stanford does offer financial aid to international students, the applicant's financial need may be taken into consideration during the admissions process. This policy can affect the likelihood of admission to the university for international students who require financial assistance, although financial need is just one factor considered - many international students are accepted who do receive financial aid.

I hope this overview helps clarify Stanford's need-blind policy and how it applies to different applicant groups. Do note that, aside from how need factors into the admissions process, Stanford commits to meeting 100% of demonstrated need for all accepted students, domestic or international. So, if you are admitted to Stanford, you don't need to worry about your financial need impacting your ability to attend, no matter which country you are from.

Finally, on a separate note, if you end up applying to Stanford and want tips on how to maximize your chances of acceptance, check out this blog post from CollegeVine, which breaks down how to tackle their school-specific supplemental essays: https://blog.collegevine.com/how-to-write-the-stanford-university-essays/. Good luck with your college applications!