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Stanford University
Leland Stanford Junior University, a private university in Stanford, CA that was established in 1891
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How did Stanford university get its name?
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The full name of the university is "Leland Stanford Junior University." Leland Stanford (senior) was one of the "Big Four" who founded the Southern Pacific Railroad, and he participated in the "Golden Spike" ceremony when the Central Pacific (later the Southern Pacific) linked with the Union Pacific at Promontory Point, Utah, to establish the first transcontinental railroad. Stanford held the offices of Governor of California and later U.S. Senator from California. He and his wife Jane established Stanford University in honor of their son Leland, Jr., who died at the age of 15 in 1884 on a trip to Italy. It opened its doors in 1891.
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What is the salary for Stanford pay grade 4P2?
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The average salary for the pay grade 2P1 at Stanford is about $61,055 dollars per year. Salaries for that pay grade range from $46,960 to $75,150 per year.
How much does going to Stanford cost?
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It's about $50,000 per academic year, so a total of $200,000 over 4 years. Many qualify for financial aid, so they won't pay as much (i.e., those who make under $60,000 don't have to pay for anything to the school itself [tuition, room, board, books], and those who make under $100,000 don't have to pay tuition [which is about $37,000 per year]).
How many students get accepted to Stanford each year?
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"Stanford has received 30,349 applications for undergraduate admission to the Class of 2013, a 20 percent increase over last year's total and an all-time high. " See: http://news-service.stanford.edu/news/2009/january28/admission-012809.html
Was it ethical to do the Stanford prison experiment?
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The Stanford prison experiment had been conducted from August 14 to August 20 and was a study of the psychological effects of becoming a prisoner or prison guard. 24 male students were selected with roles of prisoners and guards in a mock prison.
How much is a year of school at Stanford university?
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The yearly tuition for Stanford's School of Medicine is $46,593. The tuition covers only three semesters a year and does not include extra fees.
What do you need to get an athletic scholarship to Stanford?
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yes they do offer about 300 athletic scholarships
What is the distance between San Diego and Stanford University?
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SDSU is in San Diego City limits, but is about a 20 min. drive from downtown and the airport.
SDSU is at zip code 92182 next to 92115 which is now convenient via the Green Line Trolley from Old Town Trolley Station. It take about 10 minutes from Mission Valley and 20 minutes to the Old Town area.
Who are the radio announcers for Stanford football?
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David Fleming does the play by play, he also does play by play behind Jon Miller for the SF Giants.
Why was Leland Stanford famous?
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Leland Stanford is responsible for the founding of one of the most prestigious universities in the United States. Stanford accumulated a fortune from the Gold Rush and railroad industries. He dedicated his life to the education of California's young people.
What school did Dr Condoleezza Rice receive her Ph.D?
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The good Doctor earned her Ph.D. in political science in 1981, at the age of 26; from the Josef Korbel School of International Studies at the University of Denver (Colorado, US).
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What are the admission requirements at Harvard University?
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Good Question, The main requirements to get into Harvard College are:
1. Either an on-line paper application form or a written form.
2. There is an application fee involved.
3. You need 2 teachers evaluations on you (a form which the teacher completes)
4. An SAT or ACT Testing,
Why does Stanford have a tree as a mascot?
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Stanford university official name is the cardinal,
Which is a color. The tree is an unofficial nickname.
