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Established in January 2007, the Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education opens in a new tab (VPGE) advances Stanford University’s commitment to excellence in graduate education. Serving a community of over 9,400 master's, doctoral, and professional degree students across more than 200 programs in all seven schools, VPGE works collaboratively across the university to ensure an exceptional educational experience. The office supports student scholarship and research, fosters close connections with world-class faculty, and promotes academic innovation to benefit global societal welfare.
VPGE collaborates with schools, departments, central offices, and graduate student organizations to lead university-wide initiatives. The office's primary contributions include:
Fellowships and Funding: Administering nine prestigious university-wide doctoral fellowship programs to support outstanding scholars.
Policy and Governance: Recommending, promulgating, and interpreting university-wide graduate academic policies.
Recruitment and Admissions: Supporting departments in recruiting and admitting talented graduate students from all backgrounds and perspectives.
Data and Analysis: Serving as a clearinghouse for graduate education information and resources, analyzing data to address evolving academic and systemic challenges.
VPGE designs and delivers a rich variety of student programs opens in a new tab to enrich the graduate journey beyond traditional departmental boundaries. These initiatives focus on:
Professional Development: Providing resources, workshops, and courses that help students build essential leadership, communication, and career-planning skills.
Interdisciplinary Learning: Creating opportunities for graduate students to network, share ideas, and collaborate across schools and disciplines.
Academic Success: Implementing targeted recruitment, retention, and community-building initiatives to ensure a supportive environment for students of all backgrounds.
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Explore the breadth of programs, resources, and opportunities available to Stanford graduate students. We have what you need for building your community, fostering your academic and professional success, and enriching your graduate student experience.
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VPGE provides fellowships to graduate students to support them in the conduct of world-class scholarship and research, and funding for student-led projects that push the boundaries of intellectual engagement.
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Explore VPGE’s Grad Gateway: Find the information you need to start your graduate career at Stanford. Don't forget to check your school and degree program websites for other important information.
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