What is the eligibility criteria and admission process to pursue MBA from Stanford?

Stanford Reliance Dhirubai MBA Fellowship offers financial support for up to 5 Indian nationals each year who commit to be back to India, after completing MBA. The recipients shall receive full tuition support for the 2-year MBA course at Stanford. For this fellowship program, there are two stages: 

• First stage: On the basis of merit, commitment to developing India, and financial need
• Second stage: Primary Stanford admission criteria. Factors considered are intellectual vitality, showcased potential leadership, and personal qualities and contributions

Globally, Stanford Uni ranks among the Top 10 Universities in the world. In the world rankings by known publishers, here are some of the rankings of Stanford: 

Stanford University QS ranking 2026 is #3 and in 2025, it ranks at #6. The 2026 QS rank show a significant improvement of rankings as compared to the previous year's rankings. In the QS rankings, since the past 5 years, Stanford Uni has ranked among the Top 10 Universities in the world. 

Overall fee at Stanford consis of tuition costs and living expenses which varies based on the students' lifestyles. Tuition fee at Stanford is around INR 58 L for UG programs and ranges between INR 25 L - 1.23 Cr for PG programs. Along with the tuition cost, students must make a budget for additional expenses such as accommodation, transportation, insurance, books and supplies, food, miscellaneous and personal expenses. Check the table mentioned below.

Living costs at UStanford depends on diff factors including type of course living standards housing choice and personal expenses. Cost of living for Indians can be INR 20L and INR 30L excluding tuition costs. This cost may cover expenses like health insurance transportation meals housing and personal expenses. International students need to make proper budget before enrolling in any program at Stanford.