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Student Life & Community

Life at Stanford GSB goes beyond the classroom.

Some of the most enriching experiences you’ll have here will derive from the diversity of the Stanford GSB community and your involvement in extracurricular activities. Whether you are interested in education, energy, or private equity, or you just want to play a good game of basketball, there is likely to be a club or organization for you.

Make the most of your time here by utilizing Stanford GSB’s abundant support services. Whether you need housing, a visa, or advising, we have the resources to help.

Student reclining in a lounge chair on a rooftop lined with bright Bougainvillea flowers in front of Hoover Tower

The rooftop deck at Jack McDonald Hall is a quiet retreat for work or relaxation.

Students standing in the center of a busy square lined with trees in front of the iconic Bass Library

Town Square is a great place for impromptu gatherings.

Students hanging out on the iconic [x] benches

Enjoy lunch under the sun and palms of the McCoy Courtyard.

Smiling students standing together in their shared residence

The residences are great places to meet new friends.

Students with open laptops on an outdoor table talking enthusiastically

There are plenty of spots to enjoy the California weather and work outside.

A student riding in front of the Graduate School of Business plaque

Ride your bike across campus, or to nearby downtown Palo Alto.

Students working together in comfortable lounge area in a residential balcony

Outdoor lounges throughout the residences provide views, and a place for work or casual gatherings.

Our Campus and the Bay Area

Nestled within Stanford University, the Knight Management Center is a one-of-a-kind campus that has redefined the business school experience.

With a focus on industry and innovation, our center in Silicon Valley is home to spectacular natural beauty, cultural immersion, and an abundance of opportunity. With average temperatures of 60 to 70 degrees Fahrenheit (~15.5 to 21.1 degrees Celsius) year-round, Northern California is considered one of the most dynamic and beautiful places to live in the United States.

See Yourself Here
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See Yourself Here

Imagine yourself at Stanford GSB. Follow current students through a 360° tour of living spaces, common areas, and classrooms.