Stanford University
Stanford University is a leading private research university in Stanford, California, founded in 1891 by Leland and Jane Stanford. It is organized into seven schools, situated on a vast suburban campus, and recognized for innovation, academic excellence, and global impact.
Address: 450 Jane Stanford Way, Stanford, CA 94305
Phone: (650) 723-2300
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