We’re here to help you and your family navigate your academic journey. Think of us as your go-to partner and lean on us to answer questions. The Student Services Center can help with issues related to enrollment, grades, billing, and more.
The Graduate Life Office (GLO) serves the entire graduate student population at Stanford and their families. GLO deans are a source of comprehensive, impartial guidance and information related to all aspects of your life as a graduate student. The Graduate Life Office is proud to be part of Student Affairs, which advances student development and learning; fosters community engagement; promotes diversity, inclusion and respect; and empowers students to thrive.
Supporting international students, scholars, and their families at Stanford.
The Office of Accessible Education (OAE) offers comprehensive resources for students with disabilities, providing a wide array of accommodations, support services, auxiliary aids and programs to remove barriers to full participation in the life of the University.
Students within the School of Medicine with complaints or disputes that cannot be resolved within the Home Program should consider contacting the Office of the Ombudsperson for impartial and independent advice. Conversations with the Ombuds are confidential. Ombudsperson Office Frequently Asked Questions
The VPGE provides a wealth of online resources and a multitude of in-person programs and workshops on a wide range of topics within the Graduate Professional Development Framework.
Students have access to a number of shared research facilities housing specialized scientific instruments and services. These include scientific Service Centers, which are open to all researchers in the University at predetermined fees, and a number of Cores, which house equipment shared among a group of labs.
Lane Library provides research and information facilities to students and staff of Stanford Medicine.
The Stanford University Libraries include Green Library (the main campus library), Lathrop Library (technology services & study spaces), specialized branch and department libraries, and auxiliary libraries housing less-used or overflow materials. The collections of all these libraries are indexed in Search Works. You can print posters, check out equipment (camcorders, projectors, laptops, etc.) and get tech help at the Meyer Library Tech Desk.
The Hume Center for Writing and Speaking provided tutoring, workshops, and writing boot camps that help graduate students write papers and articles, fellowship applications, dissertation chapter, research statements, and job material. The Oral Communication Program provides opportunities for students to improve their presentation and communication skills through courses, workshops, and feedback.