Hello! Can anybody give me a brief overview of the student demographic at Stanford? Being part of a diverse community is really important to me, so I just wanted to know before applying.
Stanford University, located in Stanford, California, has one of the most ethnically diverse campuses in the nation. With students from all 50 U.S. states and more than 91 countries, the cultural and geographical diversity it boasts is among the highest in the country.
The undergraduate population of approximately 7,000 students is quite varied. The racial and ethnic composition of the student body, as per the latest data, can be sketched as follows:
- 27% Asian
- 24% White
- 18% Hispanic or Latinx
- 8% Black or African American
- 12% International students
In terms of gender diversity, Stanford has a nearly balanced gender ratio, with a slight lean towards male students (52% male, 48% female).
The university also hosts a significant number of first-generation college students. They have an established First-Generation Low-Income (FLI) community that provides resources and support to this group of students.
On top of maintaining a diverse student body in terms of race, ethnicity, and geolocation, Stanford is also committed to political, religious, and interests-based diversity. There are more than 650 student organizations, encompassing political groups, religious and spiritual organizations, performing arts groups, cultural clubs, and sports teams, which means there are pursuits for an enormous range of interests, adding to the diverse nature of the student body.
Keep in mind these figures are approximations and can fluctuate a little from year to year. You can find more specific, updated data on the Stanford University's official website or their Common Data Set.
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