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Private 4 Year

Stephens College

Columbia, Missouri

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Overview

Enrollment

590
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Location Columbia, Missouri
Online stephens.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Midsize City
Stephens College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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Stephens College, located in Columbia, Missouri, is a private women's college situated in the state's college-focused downtown district near the University of Missouri. The historic campus, established in 1833, features a blend of Victorian and modern architecture across its 86-acre grounds, making it the second-oldest women's college in the United States. As a selective liberal arts institution, Stephens College maintains a focus on creative arts, health sciences, and equestrian studies, with particularly strong programs in fashion design, dance, and theatrical performance. The college provides traditional dormitory housing in its historic residential halls, and maintains an extensive equestrian facility that supports its nationally-recognized equestrian program. Students can take advantage of cross-enrollment opportunities with neighboring Columbia College and the University of Missouri through a cooperative agreement.

Ratings

6/10

Overall

6/10

Academics

9/10

Resources

4/10

Outcomes

4/10

Value

Stephens College is rated within the top 45% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

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Admission Standards

Moderate
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SAT 1050/1240
ACT 18/25
GPA 3.27

Applications Accepted

64.2% 
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Applications Due Nov 1, 2024
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$24,586
Costs for Stephens College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,240
Other Fees$1,000
Room and Board $11,488
Budget for Other Expenses$4,330
Total One Year Cost$42,644

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$37,400 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

55% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Stephens College students
Subject Percent of Class
Visual and Performing Arts 36%
Business 24%
Health Professions 11%
Education 6%
English and Literature 4%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=179548 IPEDS survey data for Stephens College.

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Last updated February 24, 2024