Founded in 1885 and located in California’s Silicon Valley, Stanford University is a leading private research institution known for its innovation, entrepreneurship and interdisciplinary excellence. It comprises seven schools spanning engineering, humanities and sciences, medicine, law, education, business and earth sciences. With more than 17,000 students and a diverse global community, Stanford fosters research and teaching that advance technology, sustainability and social impact. Its strong partnerships with industry and global institutions, combined with a culture of entrepreneurship, have made Stanford a driving force in innovation and a catalyst for ideas shaping the modern world.