Stanford University’s Founding Grant states the university’s objective is “to qualify its students for personal success, and direct usefulness in life” and its purpose “to promote the public welfare by exercising an influence on behalf of humanity and civilization.” We solve some of the world’s most complex problems through the application of research findings and we educate the leaders of the future.
Stanford University Vision Statement
Fueled by optimism, ingenuity and a sense of responsibility, we seek to accelerate our purposeful impact in the world.
Stanford University Values
Integrity
Diversity
Respect
Freedom of inquiry and expression
Tenacity
Optimism
Stanford University Mission Statement History
Stanford University mission statement remains unchanged through 2020 and 2021
