Stanford University endowment
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Investment management |
| Founded | 1991 |
| Headquarters | , U.S. |
Key people | Robert Wallace (CEO & CIO) |
| AUM | US$40.6 billion (FY '25) |
| Owner | Stanford University |
| Website | stanford.edu smc |
The Stanford University endowment includes real estate and other investments valued at $40.6 billion as of August 31, 2025, and is one of the four largest academic endowments in the United States. The endowment consists of $35.5 billion in a merged pool of assets and $5.1 billion of real estate near the main campus. Along with Stanford's pension assets, working capital, and non-cash gifts, the endowment is managed by Stanford Management Company (SMC), a Stanford-owned investment management company.