Stanford Online

Although Stanford Online was founded in 1995 through the Stanford Center for Professional Development, it has a history that spans back to the late 1960s. was a professor of Computer Science for 11 years at Stanford University and invented the program that became integral to the formation of Stanford Online in 1996 == Structure ==

Students that complete programs engage in self-reflection throughout the process in many aspects to meet their personal goals. At Stanford Online, students are able to engage with Stanford coursework at their own pace. Students have the opportunity to enroll in complete degree programs or gain knowledge by paying to watch individual lectures. There are 12 graduate programs currently offered. The traditional Stanford University Campus application requirements and classes are consistent with the Stanford Online model. Regardless of location, any student is able to apply to Stanford Online. Stanford Online reaches students across the world. Stanford Online has several learning collaborations with third-party organizations to offer material tailored to students' needs. == Financial Impacts ==

The availability of this learning format affects the financial state of Stanford in many ways. Stanford was the first to introduce learning programs offered virtually. The introduction of Stanford Online provides financial stability to the University. Prices vary between degree programs. Some programs offered within Stanford Online charge reduced tuition rates if enrolled in as a group. The difficulty of the various programs progressively increases depending on the category that the course falls within in accordance with Stanford's requirements. Some of the degree programs offered online follow the same timeline as the degree program offered on the traditional campus. ==References==