Stephens College is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Columbia, Missouri with 391 undergraduates. It admits 77% of applicants, costs an average of $19,741 a year after grants and graduates 57% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Stephens College acceptance rate and admissions
Stephens College admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Stephens College application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Stephens College’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Stephens College tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $29,450 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $13,413 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $47,772 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $19,741 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $19,741 a year after grants and scholarships, $28,031 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Stephens College's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Stephens College graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $46,625 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $23,000 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 49% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Stephens College majors and what graduates earn
Stephens College awarded bachelor's degrees in 19 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from health administration ($79,407).
All 19 majors at Stephens College
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health administration | 6 | $69,030 | $79,407 | n/a |
| Theater | 20 | $25,364 | $35,235 | $20,250 |
| Nursing | 17 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | 14 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | 11 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| English | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Film and photography | 7 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Health professions, general | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | 5 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Psychology | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic and industrial design | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | 4 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Agricultural and Domestic Animal Services | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Apparel and Textiles | 3 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Graphic Communications | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies | 2 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Human development and family studies | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Interdisciplinary studies, other | 1 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
| Marketing | 0 | n/a | n/a | n/a |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Stephens College
4 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 4 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 29 | $114,094 | $117,767 |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 17 | $37,643 | $51,250 |
| Theater | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Health administration | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 391 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 96% women, 3.8% men
- 8 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Stephens College?
Stephens College admitted 77% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Stephens College cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $29,450. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $19,741 a year in 2024-25.
Is Stephens College test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Stephens College reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Stephens College?
57% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Stephens College graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $46,625 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.