International Studies

The study of the ancient world has long been a 'global' discipline. Half of our current faculty members began their careers outside the United States - in Austria, Greece, Israel, Italy, and the United Kingdom. In recent years, our graduate program has been enriched by students from Canada, Colombia, Germany, Greece, the Netherlands, Russia, Singapore, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom. This diversity reflects the overall character of our institution: Located in one of the most cosmopolitan parts of the United States, Stanford provides a home away from home for students from 111 countries.

Our program seeks to attract the very best students regardless of their national origin. Applicants with bachelor's or master's degrees (or their equivalent) from foreign institutions are judged solely on the strength of their previous training, the quality of their writing sample, and the scholarly promise of their statement. Fluency in spoken and written English is essential. For detailed information concerning requirements, please consult the relevant pages on this website and the website of the Stanford Registrar.

US federal requirements for international students studying in the United States have increased significantly in the past few years. Please visit the Bechtel International Center (the I-center for short)'s website and offices early on to ensure that you understand and are in compliance with all regulations. As a prospective new student, or a new student who has just arrived, you can get started at New Student Information . In addition to information on federal regulations, the Bechtel International Center offers resources ranging from classes, to social events, to available scholarships. Because requirements do continue to change, you should visit the I-center frequently for advisory updates.

For additional resources for graduate students, please visit the Graduate Student's Council's webpage for international students.