We Love Our Pets!
The Most Pet‑Friendly Campus on the Planet
At Stephens College, we don’t just allow pets — we celebrate them. For more than a decade, our students have brought their cats, dogs, birds and other beloved companions to campus, creating a warm, joyful, and uniquely Stephens community where pets are family.
Why Bring Your Pet to Stephens?
A Campus Built for Pet Lovers
Stephens is one of the first colleges in the nation to welcome pets in residence halls, and we continue to lead the way in creating a safe, fun, and supportive environment for students and their furry (or feathered!) friends.
At Stephens, pets enjoy:
- Pet‑friendly residence halls
- Outdoor green spaces and walking areas
- Special events like pet costume contests and meetups
- A community of animal-loving peers and staff
Bringing Your Pet to Campus
How to Register Your Pet
New or returning students who want to bring a pet (or foster one—more on that below!) can take advantage of our long-standing Pet Program. Make sure to review all policies and complete your registration.
Our Pet Fostering Program
Become a Foster Pet Parent
Stephens College is proud to offer a one‑of‑a‑kind Pet Fostering Program, created in partnership with a local no‑kill shelter. Students can foster a dog or cat and help prepare them for their “forever home.”
As a foster caregiver, you’ll help with:
- Basic training
- Socialization
- Health and wellness improvement
- Nurturing the pet back to an adoptable condition
Some students may even be eligible for scholarship opportunities through their involvement in the program.
Interested in Fostering?
Email studentexperience@stephens.edu for more information.
Join a Community That Loves Pets as Much as You Do
Whether you’re bringing your lifelong companion or opening your heart to a foster pet in need, Stephens College gives you the support and freedom to make your college experience feel like home.
Stephens isn’t just pet‑friendly — it’s pet‑celebratory. And we can’t wait to welcome you (and your pet!) to campus.
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