Stanford University application deadlines, 2026-27
Stanford University offers 2 application rounds for students entering in fall 2027: Restrictive Early Action (due November 1), Regular Decision (due December 5). Its early round is non-binding.
Every 2026-27 date
Every date from the school's own page. Your applicant portal is the final word.
| Round | Apply by | Decisions |
|---|---|---|
| Restrictive Early Action | November 1, 2026 | Not published |
| Regular Decision | December 5, 2026 | Not published |
- Priority financial aid deadline November 15, 2026
- Application fee: $100, waivers accepted
Source: Stanford University admissions, read October 24, 2026. Schools occasionally move dates; check your portal before you submit.
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The earliest 2026-27 deadline is Restrictive Early Action on November 1, 2026. Regular Decision applications are due December 5, 2026. Dates were read from Stanford University's own admissions page on October 24, 2026; confirm in your applicant portal.
Priority aid deadline: November 15, 2026.
$100, and fee waivers are accepted.
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