Stanford Summer Session

Stanford Summer Session

Ever wonder what it is like to take a class at a 4-year university?

Through the Office of Foothill Connect, Foothill College students can attend one class at Stanford’s Summer Session — for free. 

5 students will be chosen to participate in this opportunity. The class will be a 3-unit, 8-week, in-person class.

This program helps students progress on their academic journey by experiencing a different learning environment. Stanford works closely with our students to provide a unique experience for our cohort by providing specific programming to help our students learn important skills to bring with them on their academic journey. 

This program's main goal is to give students the opportunity to experience what it is like to attend a 4-year university. It is not guaranteed that the class students take at Stanford will transfer or help them meet any degree requirements, as this program is entirely about the experience of taking a class at a prestigious institution like Stanford to help them build their confidence as they pursue their academic goals.

The classes are 8 weeks and run from the last week in June to the third week in August. All classes are in person on Stanford’s main campus.

After applications are reviewed, follow-up interviews will be conducted to determine the final group of students for this opportunity. Only 5 spots are available for this opportunity. 

This is the fifth year we have run this program, and we are looking forward to welcoming a new group of students to experience this life-changing opportunity.

Summer Session Requirements

• Meet Stanford Vaden Health Requirements: provide proof of vaccination for MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), complete a TB screening (which may require a further TB blood test), and provide proof of health insurance. 
• Be at least 18 years of age by the start of the summer program, have graduated from high school (or the equivalent), and have completed at least one term of college or university-level work.
• Attend biweekly (every other week) events at Stanford to attend special events hosted by Summer Session and community-building events hosted by Foothill. 
• Commitment to attending the Summer Session class in person for all 8 weeks.
• Complete a Stanford Summer Session application through Stanford if you are chosen to participate in the 2026 cohort.

I am beyond privileged to be part of both Foothill College and Stanford University. Never in my sanity that one of my impossible dreams will become possible during my experience in Foothill College, until now, I still could not decipher that I am a Stanford University student. Hence, I am forever in awe. 

Krizza Shae

2022 Cohort

How to Apply

To apply for the Stanford Summer Session 2026 cohort, you will need to complete an application through Academic Works, located in your MyPortal. More information is included in the official application.

Stanford Summer Session, Apply Now!