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Stanford University is one of the world's leading research universities. Stanford is known for its entrepreneurial character, drawn from the legacy of its founders, Jane and Leland Stanford, and its relationship to Silicon Valley. Research and teaching stress interdisciplinary approaches to problem solving. Areas of excellence range from the humanities to social sciences to engineering and the sciences. Stanford is located in California's Bay Area, one of the most intellectually dynamic and culturally diverse areas of the nation. read more

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CEO: Marc Tessier-Lavigne

Stanford University Retention Score

Stanford University is in the Top 5% of similar sized companies in its ability to retain quality employees. 25% of employees would not leave Stanford University if they were offered a job for more money while 84% are excited to go to work each day. Overall, 89% of Stanford University's employees feel the company is doing what it should to retain them while 11% may be considering new employment. Quality employees are difficult to find which makes retaining them all the more important.

Last updated months ago.

Where This Score Ranks Stanford University's Retention

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In the Top 5% of 1341 Similar Sized Companies on Comparably
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20%
In the Top 20% of 944 Nearby Companies in San Francisco
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1st place versus 4 competitors rated on Comparably

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A+83 / 100

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Who Ranks Stanford University's Retention the Highest?

Department - Business Affairs & CFO 91/100

Department - Office of External Relations 91/100

Department - School of Engineering 91/100

Who Ranks Stanford University's Retention the Lowest?

Department - Engineering 56/100

Tenure - Over 10 Years 58/100

Tenure - 2 to 5 Years 59/100

Stanford University Retention At a Glance

Stanford University's Retention score is rated an "A+" by 155 employees. The category helps understand Stanford University's focus and commitment to retaining employees in their organization.

Over the past three months, Stanford University's Retention score has remained steady at 83/100. Stanford University ranks in 1st place versus 4 competitors which include Meta, Google, Apple, and UCSF. The Business Affairs & CFO and Office of External Relations departments are likely to stay at the company the longest, while the Engineering and School of Humanities and Sciences departments are likely to have the highest turnaround.

Stanford University's Retention score is in the Top 5% of 1341 similar sized companies (10,000+ Employees) on Comparably. The Company ranks in the Top 20% compared to 944 nearby companies in San Francisco.

Stanford University's Retention Trendline

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How Stanford University's Retention Score is Calculated

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Answer	Percent
Yes	73%
No	27%

Do you believe you're paid fairly?

Answer	Percent
Yes	92%
No	8%

Do you look forward to interacting with your coworkers?

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How would you rate the quality of your coworkers?

Answer	Percent
Yes	84%
No	16%

Are you typically excited about going to work each day?

Answer	Percent
Every week	55%
Once a month	26%
Once a quarter	9%
Once a year	3%
Never	7%

How often do you get valuable feedback on how to improve at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	95%
No	5%

Do you approve of the job your executive team is doing at your company?

Answer	Percent
Yes	89%
No	11%

Do Your Company Leaders Do What They Should to Retain You as an Employee?

Answer	Percent
Very Secure	27%
Secure Enough	52%
Neutral	16%
Insecure	4%
Very Insecure	1%

How secure do you feel your job is at your company?

Answer	Percent
Yes	36%
No	64%

Do you have a close friend at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	80%
No	20%

Would you leave your current job for a 20% raise at a different company?

Answer	Percent
Multiple times a week	0%
Once a week	29%
Once a month	14%
Once a quarter	43%
Never	14%

How often do you socialize with team members outside of work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	40%
No	60%

Do you feel burnt out at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	89%
No	11%

Are you challenged at work?

Answer	Percent
Yes	25%
No	75%

Would you turn down a job offer today, for slightly more money?

Answer	Percent
Yes	98%
No	2%

Are you proud to be a part of your company?

Stanford University's Retention Rank Against Similar Sized Companies on Comparably

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Stanford University ranks in the Top 5% of other companies on Comparably with 10,000+ Employees for Retention Score.

Stanford University's Retention Rank Against Other Companies Nearby

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20%

Stanford University ranks in the Top 20% of other companies in San Francisco for Retention Score.

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