Academics

Vice Provost for Graduate Education (VPGE)

At Stanford responsibility for graduate education resides primarily in the departments and schools, though the office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education (known as VPGE) exists to work across the seven schools to enhance the educational experience of all graduate students. This office administers programs and funds, sponsors interdisciplinary learning opportunities, and offers leadership and professional development opportunities. To find out more visit:

• Vice Provost for Graduate Education (VPGE)

Student Services Center (SSC)

If you have need advice on degree policies and procedures or you have questions about more practical matters related to your education like:

• Your university bill
• financial aid disbursement
• payroll deductions
• and cash advances

You can speak to helpful staff in the Student Services Center (SSC) located in Tresidder Memorial Union (2^nd floor) during daily business hours or phone 650-723-7772 (local) and 866-993-7772 (toll free). You can also visit the website at:

• Student Services Center

Additional Resources

These additional resources can provide information related to various aspects of your graduate education.

• Graduate admissions: information for potential students and applicants
• Registrar’s office: for academic policies and related information
• Academic calendar: for important academic deadlines and other dates
• Stanford Bulletin: for a list courses and degree requirements
• Graduate Academic Policies (GAP): Graduate Academic Policies & Procedures Handbook
• Forms for graduate students related to admissions, reinstatement, enrollment, tuition, degree candidacy and dissertations
• Stanford University Libraries: for library collections, catalogs, research help, and services