Housing
Welcome to Graduate Housing
Graduate housing at Stanford is designed to provide living spaces that foster a supportive, inclusive community for all graduate students. For an overview of graduate housing policies and mission, please visit Graduate Housing Overview
Available Housing Options
Residences for Single Graduates
- Private bedroom with shared common areas (kitchen, bathroom, lounge).
- Located in apartment-style or dormitory complexes.
Residences for Couples Without Children:
- One-bedroom apartments for students without children or dependents.
- Two- or three-bedroom apartments for students with children or dependents.
- Family-friendly amenities like playgrounds and parks.
- The Office of Accessible Education provides accommodations in both housing and dining based on medically documented disabilities. Each student’s needs are determined on an individualized, case-by-case basis.
How to Apply
- Graduate Housing Information: Detailed instructions on how to apply for graduate housing, including dates, requirements, and links to the application portal.
Cost & Financial Aid
Housing Cost Breakdown:
- Housing Costs & Financial Information: learn about the costs associated with each housing type, utilities, and potential additional fees.
- Financial Aid for Graduate Students: Information on financial aid or support available for graduate students needing housing assistance.
Living at Stanford
Student Life & Amenities:
- Living on Campus: Overview of the lifestyle and community experience living in graduate housing, including on-campus amenities like dining, recreation, and more
- Student Life at Stanford: Access to resources such as counseling, health services, and social events for residents
- Part of an active student life, Graduate Community Associates organizes weekly events that include dinners, shows, seminars, and community service. These events are a great way to meet other students and experience the Bay Area.
- Stanford is easily accessible by bike from all surrounding neighborhoods and from Caltrain, which runs the 80-mile stretch from San Francisco, to San Jose, to Gilroy and has a station adjacent to campus.
Frequently Asked Questions:
- Graduate Housing FAQs: Common questions related to graduate housing, including policies on pets, moving in/out, and requests for housing changes.
