Tuition Support
The Children’s School at Stephens College offers several financial assistance options to help families access our preschool and elementary programs. Explore tuition support, MOScholars scholarship eligibility, child care subsidy opportunities, and tuition benefits available to Stephens College employees and students.
Questions About Tuition Support? Financial aid options may be available. Reach out at childrenschool@stephens.edu or call (573) 876‑7260 for details.
CSSC Is Now a MOScholars Partner!
We’re excited to share that The Children’s School at Stephens College meets the qualification standards in state law to participate in the MOScholars K-12 Scholarship Program beginning in the 2026–27 school year.
Who Can Qualify for MOScholars?
Under Missouri state law, a student must be a legal Missouri resident and meet one of the following four conditions:
- Has a formal IEP or ISP issued within the last 36 months; OR
- Has a household income under 300% of the reduced-lunch threshold (Example: A family of four with an annual income of $178,433 or less this year) AND meets at least one of these:
- Entering Kindergarten or 1st grade, OR
- Has attended a public school for one semester in the past 12 months, OR
- Has a sibling who is renewing a MOScholars scholarship.
Application Window
The application period is open now through April 3. We encourage families to apply early!
Ready to Apply?
Start your qualification check and application here:
CSSC is now a Child Care Subsidy Provider!
Families, check out the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education’s Family Portal for eligibility details. Contact Wendi Barr at wbarr@stephens.edu for more details!
Stephens College Employees & Undergraduate Students
Stephens College employees or undergraduate students should contact Human Resources to determine if they are eligible for tuition benefits.
Contact Us
The Children’s SChool
(573) 876-7260
Contact Stephens College1200 E. Broadway, Columbia, MO 65215