It's time to rethink college tours
Traditional campus tours feel impersonal and can leave you with more questions than answers. You’re just a face in the crowd following a scripted tour led by a random guide. Is this really the best way to make one of the biggest decisions of your life?
SchoolScoops is the smarter, more personal way to tour colleges
Private and personalized tours
With traditional tours you’re just a number in a big group, making it hard to ask the questions that matter most. With SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats you can ask all the questions that are important to you.
Choose your own guide
On a typical college tour, the school assigns you a guide. SchoolScoops lets you pick a guide who matches your academic interests, hobbies, and personality. You'll get authentic insights and advice from someone who truly gets you.
No scripts, just scoops
Traditional campus tours are essentially a sales pitch—the guide works for the school and their job is to show you the highlights. SchoolScoops guides don’t work for their school, so there’s no sales pitch—just genuine advice to determine if the school is a good fit.
Find the school for you
Choosing where to go to college is a major decision and a huge investment. SchoolScoops 1-on-1 tours and video chats go beyond the basics to help you make a well-informed college decision.
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What GPA do you need for Stanford?
A 3.9 GPA or higher gives you the best chance of admission, along with a 1560 SAT or 35 ACT. If your GPA is lower, a higher test score can help compensate.
Is Stanford or Harvard harder to get into?
Both universities are highly competitive, but Harvard is generally considered slightly more difficult to gain admission to.
Is Stanford University expensive?
For the 2024-25 school year, Stanford's tuition is $65,127, with total costs, including housing and supplies, reaching $92,892 per year—though financial aid may reduce the amount you pay.
What is Stanford known for?
Stanford is renowned for its academic excellence, innovation, and vibrant campus life. Located in Silicon Valley, it has a strong entrepreneurial culture, cutting-edge research, and influential alumni. The university consistently ranks among the top for undergraduate education, attracts world-class faculty, and offers prestigious programs in fields like engineering, computer science, and international relations. Students also enjoy a dynamic campus experience, with numerous clubs, traditions, and extracurricular opportunities.
What is Stanford’s most popular major?
Stanford’s top majors include Computer Science, Engineering, Social Sciences, Interdisciplinary Studies, Mathematics, Physical Sciences, Biology, and Psychology.
What are Stanford's admission requirements?
Stanford looks for students with strong academic records, leadership experience, extracurricular involvement, and unique personal qualities. A competitive applicant typically has a high GPA (around 3.9+), top SAT/ACT scores, and meaningful extracurriculars. The application process includes essays, recommendation letters, and, for some programs, interviews.
What housing options are available for students?
Stanford guarantees four years of on-campus housing for undergraduates. Dorm options include traditional residence halls, theme houses, co-ops, and apartment-style living. About 97% of students live on campus, and graduate students also have access to university housing.
What is campus life like at Stanford?
Stanford has a vibrant and inclusive campus culture, with over 600 student organizations, Division I athletics, and a wide range of extracurricular activities. Students enjoy traditions like Full Moon on the Quad, Fountain Hopping, and Stanford’s annual Admit Weekend.
How can I visit or tour the Stanford campus?
Stanford offers in-person campus tours, self-guided walking tours, and virtual tours through its admissions website. You can book a guided tour through Stanford’s Visitor Center or explore on your own using their campus map and mobile app.
Does Stanford offer private campus tours?
Yes, through SchoolScoops, you can book a private campus tour led by a student guide of your choice.
Interested in other schools?
SchoolScoops also offers tours and video chats at many other schools
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