What should I do while I wait for my Stanford ID number?

After completing the acceptance process, there are several Pre-Arrival Action Items students must complete before the start of the program. While some of these items cannot be completed without a Stanford ID number, we highly encourage students to prepare the necessary documents required to fulfill these items.

We recommend that students prepare the following:

  • Health requirements: Request/obtain your immunization/vaccination records
  • I-20 Requests: Prepare Proof of Funding and ensure passport is valid through November 1, 2026
    • International students requesting a Stanford-sponsored I-20 will need to provide a Proof of Funding letter and provide a valid copy of their passport. Passports must be valid through November 1, 2026. For more information document requirements, please visit the International Students page.

Note: All admitted Summer Session students must complete the Pre-Arrival items. Failure to complete these items before the start of the summer program may negatively impact students' admission to the program.