Admissions & Aid - Stephens College

Why Stephens?
At Stephens College, we go all in on immersive and experiential learning. There are lots of reasons to choose Stephens—see for yourself!
Why Stephens
Proud to be one of the oldest women's colleges in the nation, we strive every day to provide all our students with the best college experience possible.
Our Story
Academics
We offer bachelor’s degrees, master’s degrees, and certificates in nearly 50 subjects. Browse our programs to find the one that intrigues you.
All Academic Programs
Learn about our Block Schedule that offers one immersive class, topic, and experience at a time.
Block Schedule
Admissions & Aid
We are committed to providing a world-class education that is also affordable. Learn more about our tuition and financial aid.
Admissions & Aid
The Stephens Promise provides up to four years of tuition funding for qualified full-time undergraduate students. Imagine graduating with no tuition debt!
The Stephens Promise
Life at Stephens
Make Stephens College your home away from home. Discover what makes our campus and student experience truly unique.
Life at Stephens
A small college in the middle of nowhere? Nope, not us. Bring your pet and explore all Stephens and "College Town USA" have to offer.
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Conservatory
The Conservatory for the Performing Arts at Stephens College offers BFA programs for artists of all gender identities who are interested in theatre, television, and film.
Conservatory for the Performing Arts
The Conservatory accepts students of all gender identities. Learn more about our immersive three-year BFA programs.
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Admissions & Aid

Welcome to Stephens College — home to big ideas and lifelong learning.

Stephens College is a place where bold women and passionate learners like you come to thrive. Located in Columbia, Missouri, we’ve been empowering students since 1833 with career-focused, hands-on programs rooted in the creative arts, sciences, and liberal arts.

Here’s the deal: at Stephens, learning goes beyond the classroom. Whether you’re diving into one of our innovative academic programs or gaining real-world experience, we make sure you’re ready to tackle your goals with confidence.

Your journey starts here. Let’s go all in!

Undergraduate Students

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Graduate Students

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Conservatory for the Performing Arts

Conservatory Programs Apply Block Schedule Financial Aid Financial Aid Forms The Stephens Promise Accepted Students Checklist Make a Deposit

International Students

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