

Master's degree in Oncology and Cancer Biology
Student Life #DayInTheLife
Campus & City Stanford, CA, United States
- Rent (1BR)
- $1,100
- Groceries
- $350
- Pint
- $6.5
Varies widely β warm south, four-season northeast, dry west.
Car-centric outside major cities; NYC/SF/Boston/Chicago have metro.
Urban safety varies by neighbourhood; follow campus security guidance.
A globally top-ranked research university, placed #6 in the QS World University Rankings 2025. Recognised for academic excellence, international reach, and strong graduate outcomes.
Student Reviews
Representative reviews"Highly recommend"
I was sceptical before starting β now I'd recommend it to anyone. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city β housing gets expensive fast if you don't live in dorms. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Oncology and Cancer Biology at Stanford University, I'd say go for it.
"Genuinely worthwhile"
This is the perfect place to study this subject. The best part: the opportunity to do independent research in the final year is a highlight. If I'm honest, first-year classes can be quite large. On the city β housing gets expensive fast if you don't live in dorms. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Oncology and Cancer Biology at Stanford University, I'd say go for it.
"Solid, with caveats"
Would I choose it again? Probably yes, with caveats. The best part: the cohort are bright and motivated, which makes the learning environment great. If I'm honest, the timetable has some awkward 9am / Friday afternoon slots. On the city β campus life is really active β Greek life, sports, clubs, you name it. Overall, if you're considering Master's degree in Oncology and Cancer Biology at Stanford University, I'd say go for it.
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