More than 33% of Stanford MBA faculty and 40% of students were born outside the United States, and 20% of our alumni work outside the United States.

The Stanford GSB is committed to making your transition as smooth as possible. Once admitted, you will receive a full packet of information and resources for:

• Obtaining a study visa
• Changing your current visa status
• Obtaining a U.S. Social Security Number
• Adapting to the U.S. classroom environment

Support for You At the GSB

Stanford's first quarter is designed, in part, to help international students adjust and flourish.

Your Critical Analytical Thinking seminar provides a secure setting for you to adapt to the cultural differences and acclimate to the MBA Program.

Your Global Context of Business course will provide a venue in which it is essential that you share your unique experiences and perspectives with your classmates.

In addition, the staff at the Management Communication Program will support you with a variety of workshops and seminars aimed at enhancing your skills and confidence in verbal and written English.

International students also take active roles in clubs geared towards regional interests, such as the following:

• Africa Business Club
• Asian Society
• Black Business Students Association
• Europe Club
• Hispanic Business Students Association
• International Development Club
• Latin American Club
• Middle East and North Africa Club
• South Asian Students Association

Support In Your Career Search

• In your career search, you will benefit from a dedicated international career advisor.

Support for You At Stanford

Established in 1963, the Bechtel International Center offers a variety of social, cultural, and educational programs for all Stanford students and their families.

Bechtel facilities help U.S. and international students and scholars participate in life at the University, in the Bay Area community, and in activities of mutual interest.

Some of the programs and services offered include:

• Advising on international visa issues and immigration updates
• International Perspectives Series-a forum for students and visiting scholars to present their views of current world affairs
• International Play Group for children
• International Women's Circle
• Spouse Education Fund, which offers modest grants to assist spouses in furthering their educational or career goals
• Spouse/Significant Other Orientation Workshops
• Sunday Suppers, featuring cuisines of different countries
• U.S. employment and tax workshops

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