Gap Year
STANFORD SUMMER SESSION
Begin—or conclude—your gap year as a visiting Stanford student. Take a course that complements your future degree or explore a possible career path and add Stanford to your university experience.
Dates
Our 8-week program runs June 21–August 17, 2025. It's Stanford's summer quarter.
Cost
Tuition starts at $5,197 for students who commute. For students who take a full-time course load and live on campus with a meal plan, costs start at $18,443.
Workload
Students who commute must take a minimum of 3 units. Students who live on campus must take a minimum of 8.