Non-Degree Program
- Offers flexible learning options for working professionals.
- Allows students to enroll part-time, take courses at their own pace, and pause or take breaks as needed.
- Application requirements:
- Undergraduate degree.
- Official university transcripts and identification.
- Brief statement of purpose.
- Meet course and department prerequisite requirements.
- Earn a B or better to continue taking courses.
- Up to three years to complete a graduate certificate.
- Accredited non-degree graduate certificate from Stanford University.
- No recommendation letter or GRE required for the graduate certificate program.
- Individual courses do not require recommendation letters, only academic transcripts.
- Credits earned can be applied towards a master's degree in the same field.
- Open to anyone who meets the prerequisites, regardless of age.
- Not a backdoor into the master's degree program but provides an opportunity to earn a Stanford transcript and demonstrate academic ability.
- No limit on the number of students accepted, except for popular courses with enrollment caps.
Master's Degree
- Part-time and online Master's degrees available in the School of Engineering.
- Same classes as on-campus students, recorded for online students.
- Application information available on the department's website.
- Not all courses offered at Stanford are available online for master's degrees.
- HCP (High-Tech Credential Program) no longer requires company sponsorship.
- Scholarships and financial assistance available for the master's degree program.
Tuition Fees
- Non-degree program: $1,456 per academic credit.
- Typical 4-unit course costs $5,824.
- Graduate certificate cost varies depending on the courses taken.
Graduate Certificate
- Subsets of courses in a certain discipline that can lead to a credential.
- Requires students to maintain a B or better in all courses.
- Must be completed within three years.
- Credits earned can be applied towards a Stanford engineering master's degree if admitted to the program.
- No recommendation letter or GRE required.
Part-Time Master's Degree Program
- Honors Cooperative Program (HCP) is a part-time master's degree program with the same application process as the full-time degree program.
- As a part-time student in the HCP, individuals have the rights and privileges of a full-time student and can attend classes, lectures, and office hours in person or online.
Additional Information
- Free materials, including course lectures and materials, are available on the Stanford Online YouTube channel and public-facing course websites.
- Stanford offers online orientations and quarterly social mixers to help online students connect with other students and find support.
- The School of Engineering offers non-degree courses and certificates in collaboration with the School of Medicine, including an Epidemiology Certificate and a Biomedical Data Science Certificate.
- More information and upcoming informational sessions can be found on the Stanford Engineering website and YouTube channel.
