Stanford Engineering Center for Global & Online Education

Amplifying Stanford research. Shaping global learning.

For more than half a century, the Center for Global and Online Education (CGOE) has been the bridge between Stanford’s groundbreaking research and a worldwide audience. We are your dedicated partners, providing the knowledge and operational framework to bring your teaching to life for learners everywhere—from working professionals to global organizations.

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Our mission is to extend Stanford's reach by supporting the faculty and academic units at its heart. We collaborate with you to design and deliver a wide range of flexible programs: credit-bearing graduate certificates and degrees, credentialed professional and enterprise education, and open learning opportunities that share knowledge broadly. Whether your vision is best suited for online, on-campus, or company-based delivery, we help you connect with the right audience in the most impactful way.