Stanford University's Regular Decision acceptance rate for the application year 2024 stands at a mere 3.0%, with 13,77 applicants out of 45,878 being accepted. This rate is consistent with the previous three years, which also saw acceptance rates of 3.0% for both 2025 and 2026, while 2023 had a slightly higher rate of 3.35%. The trend indicates a competitive landscape, with the number of applicants steadily increasing from 29,224 in 2024 to a peak of 49,902 in 2027, illustrating a growing interest in Stanford despite the low acceptance rates. Historical data shows that acceptance rates have hovered around 3.0% for over a decade, reinforcing the difficulties faced by prospective students.