About StanfordNext

Evolving the campus to meet the opportunities and challenges of tomorrow, StanfordNext will link the university with the surrounding community to foster meaningful, enduring, and shared benefits.

The Principles Guiding StanfordNext

Details & Timing

The details of StanfordNext are still being contemplated, but the plan is anticipated to include the gradual addition of research and academic space; student and workforce housing; transportation and infrastructure improvements; and expanded community access to campus events and spaces.

A birds-eye photo of the Stanford campus

The planning process for StanfordNext will shape a new General Use Permit (GUP) that is designed to align with state, county, and local priorities while ensuring that Stanford remains a global leader in research, education, and innovation. After withdrawing our previous GUP application in 2019, we committed to ensuring that the university’s vision is better aligned with the priorities of our community, our county, and our neighbors.

StanfordNext’s forthcoming GUP application will differ from the previous application, with:

a more defined vision and scope
clearer priorities in addressing housing, transportation, and academic needs
strong alignment with county and state goals and priorities
early and consistent stakeholder engagement with a commitment to transparency and communication

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