Any Stanford graduate degree is eligible. All 7 schools. Over 200 programs. The question isn't what's eligible — it's which program is the right strategic choice for your application.
Programs: MBA (2 years), MSx (1 year, for mid-career professionals), PhD in various business fields.
The GSB is the most popular choice among KHS scholars. The MBA acceptance rate at Stanford is roughly 6% — highly competitive even without the KHS layer. The MSx program is particularly appealing for candidates with 8+ years of experience who want a condensed program.
Programs: MS and PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Bioengineering, Civil and Environmental Engineering, Management Science & Engineering, and more.
Stanford Engineering is world-class, especially in CS and EE. For PhD students, Stanford typically provides departmental funding for years beyond the KHS cap. The proximity to Silicon Valley is a major draw for entrepreneurially-minded engineers.
Programs: MA/PhD in Psychology, Political Science, Economics, History, Sociology, Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, Philosophy, Communication, and many more.
The broadest school at Stanford. Includes everything from bench science to social science to humanities. PhD programs here are typically fully funded independently, making the KHS living stipend and community access the primary added value.
Programs: JD (3 years), JSM (Master's, 1 year), JSD (doctoral), LLM (for international lawyers).
Stanford Law is the smallest top law school (~180 students per JD class), making it extremely selective. The JD program at 3 years maximizes the KHS funding benefit. Joint degrees (JD/MBA, JD/MA) are also popular among KHS scholars.
Programs: MD (4 years, KHS funds up to 3), PhD in Biomedical Sciences, MS in various clinical fields.
For MD students, KHS covers the first 3 years. The 4th year would need alternative funding. Stanford Medicine's curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary research, making it a natural fit for the KHS philosophy.
Programs: MA in Education, PhD in Education, various joint programs.
Stanford's education school is consistently ranked #1. Programs are relatively small and highly collaborative. KHS scholars in education often come with experience in educational nonprofits, policy, or teaching.
Programs: MS/PhD in Earth System Science, Environment and Resources, Energy Science and Engineering.
Stanford's newest school (founded 2022), dedicated to climate and sustainability. A natural fit for KHS scholars with a strong civic mindset focused on environmental challenges. The school is growing rapidly and represents an emerging opportunity.
Remember: KHS acceptance is conditional on Stanford admission. Choosing a program where you're a strong fit — not just the most prestigious one — dramatically increases your odds of a successful outcome. Some applicants apply to multiple Stanford programs (e.g., both the MBA and a joint degree) to increase their chances.
Don't apply to the MBA because "it's prestigious." Apply because an MBA aligns with where you're heading. KHS and Stanford both look for genuine fit.
The GSB and Law School are the most competitive Stanford programs. Education, Sustainability, and some H&S programs have higher acceptance rates. If they're a genuine fit, they're strategically wise.
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