The
Stephens Promise

A lot of private colleges will tell you they’re worth the investment. At Stephens, we’re investing in YOU. Your tuition and fees can be totally free through our Stephens Promise financial aid program.
The Stephens Promise

My time at Stephens has been filled with friendships and learning. Through my work here, I’ve built a portfolio and résumé from scratch. I’ve been actively involved in student organizations, including student government and the campus event planning club. Thank you once again for your generosity in supporting my future and my education—my family and I are deeply grateful.

Ashlynne Sage ’25, Apparel Studies major and Stephens Promise Recipient
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Who’s eligible for The Stephens Promise?

To qualify for the Stephens Promise, students must meet this criteria each year:

  • have an adjusted family income of $75,000 or less.
  • have a GPA of 3.3 or greater.
  • live on campus.
  • complete annually the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and accept any available federal and state grants (not loans).

Federal and state grants will be applied to a student’s tuition, and Stephens College will cover the rest. That means many eligible students will graduate from college debt-free.

Stephens Promise FAQs

Overview

Stephens Promise At a Glance

The program is available for all current, new, and transfer undergraduate students who meet the criteria.

The Stephens Promise program will provide up to four years of tuition funding for full-time students whose adjusted family income does not exceed $75,000 annually.

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Still have questions?

Office of Financial Aid

(573) 876-7106, Ext. 4106

(573) 876-2320

finaid@stephens.edu

Lela Raney Wood Hall 216, Campus Box 2124

Office of Finance + Administration

Need more direction?

How to Apply Schedule a visit Info for Prospective Students