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The Office of the Vice Provost for Graduate Education (VPGE) opened in January 2007 to further Stanford University’s commitment to its graduate students and to excellence in graduate education. The VPGE office serves Stanford's entire graduate student community of over 9,400 master's, doctoral, and professional degree students in over 200 graduate degree programs within all seven Schools.

About VPGE

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VP Stacey Bent with Stanford Grad Students in Lab

Vice Provost & Staff

Stacey F. Bent, vice provost for graduate education and postdoctoral affairs, and the VPGE staff are available for students and faculty in all seven schools.

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VPGE Staff

VPGE Mission

We work collaboratively across the university to ensure that every graduate student receives the best possible educational experience.

Our Mission

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Do you have a question, concern, or idea to enrich graduate students' experiences? We're here to help!

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