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Stephens College Admission Requirements

Columbia, Missouri

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Your chances of getting into Stephens College

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

64.2%
Admission Difficulty for Stephens College
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Moderate 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Stephens College is 64.2%.  Its admission rate is the 15th lowest in Missouri.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Stephens College and can you get accepted?

Stephens College is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 417 out of the 650 who applied were admitted.

Stephens College typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.27. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 18% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Stephens College?

64% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Stephens College you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.27 or better
  • Earn B grades in high school
  • Score 1150 on the SAT
  • Score 21 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top half of your high school class

Stephens College GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.27

Typical High School Grades 

B

What GPA do you need to get into Stephens College?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Stephens College are to have around a 3.27 high school GPA. You are required to have above average high school grades.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Stephens College accepts 64% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Stephens College is 3.27 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn B letter grades and regularly score around 83-86 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #37 in Missouri for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Stephens College is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.3 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Stephens College SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Stephens College. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 11% of students submitted SAT scores and 46% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1050-1240

Applicants Submitting SAT 

11%
SAT Scores for Stephens College
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 530
Math 25th Percentile 520
Composite 25th Percentile 1050
SAT Scores for Stephens College
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 640
Math 75th Percentile 600
Composite 75th Percentile 1240
Average SAT Score 1150

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Stephens College?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Stephens College is 1150 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1050-1240. Students who get into Stephens College score in the top 51 percent of all SAT test takers..  Stephens College ranks #14 in the state of Missouri for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1150 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Stephens College regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1050 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1050, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 950, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Stephens College is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1150 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1145, you have around a 64% chance of being admitted. A 1240 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 77% chance of getting in.

Stephens College admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1240 and Above Good >77%
1145 to 1240 Avg + 64%-77%
1050 to 1145 Avg - 48%-64%
955 to 1050 Reach 33%-48%
Less than 955 Low <33%
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Stephens College ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

18-25 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

46%
ACT Scores for Stephens College
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 19
Math 25th Percentile 16
Composite 25th Percentile 18
ACT Scores for Stephens College
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 26
Math 75th Percentile 24
Composite 75th Percentile 25
Average ACT Score 21

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Stephens College?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Stephens College is 21, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 18 and 25.  The school ranks #28 in Missouri for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 21. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 18 and score in the score in the top 62 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 14.

46 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Stephens College.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Stephens College is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Stephens College for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 21 score has around 64% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 25 ACT score.

Stephens College admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
25 and Above Good >79%
21 to 25 Avg + 64%-79%
18 to 21 Avg - 51%-64%
15 to 18 Reach 37%-51%
Less than 15 Low <37%
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High School Class Rank

81% of Stephens College freshman are in the top half of their high school graduating class and 45% are in the top quarter.

High School Class Rank for admitted Stephens College students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 19%
Top 25% of class 45%
Top 50% of class 81%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Stephens College admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 587 46 650
Accepted 398 14 417
Acceptance Rate 68% 30% 64%
Enrolled 69 5 75
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 17% 36% 18%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Fall 2024 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Nov 1, 2024

Days left to Apply

None

The application deadline for Fall 2024 has passed. Applications were due on Nov 1, 2024.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Stephens College is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Stephens College and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Stephens College Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not required for admission, but considered if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Stephens College
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Stephens College is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.27 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1150 on the SAT and 21 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

Other Colleges to Apply To 

Students applying to Stephens College often consider these colleges

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

Last updated February 24, 2024