Stephens is a fantastic place where girls can grow into powerful, well educated young women. It is a place full of opportunities without the need to fight males for a top spot. All of our studies are centered around women's issues making learning both interesting and rewarding.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Don't dismiss this college before making a visit, its small size and personable, profession and caring staff make this feel more like home away from home rather than just a place where you are a number rather than a name. Everyone here is on a first name basis from students to staff (even the college President)!
Also remember, that even though this campus is a girls only campus, there is no reason to worry about not being able to meet boys if that is what you want to do, with Missouri University and Columbia College just 2 miles away in either direction there are males all around.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
While classes are rigorous, staff is always ready to help in any way possible. The classes here are meant to push you not only academically but mentally and emotionally as well so that you will become a strong independent women. Using women's issues makes these classes more meaningful and rewarding not to mention interesting, for example take a chemistry class and you may learn how to make perfume!
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Dorm life at Stephens is wonderful! Not only can you find a wonderful roommate, but you can also choose to bring your own pet with you to reside in your dorm room. If don't have a pet of your own you can foster a pet instead. If pets are not your thing there are dorms that are pet free, or even apartment style dorms to choose from.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
Any college food program can always be better, but Stephens dining and food is very good. We have a large variety daily and even have a Sushi Chef who comes in roughly once a week to make fresh Sushi for all to enjoy!
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
Columbia is a college town, with not only Stephens College but Columbia College and Missouri University. There are always activities to partake in all over town, a downtown area full of restaurants and bars as well as shopping, and parks to enjoy.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Stephens is a highly respected college known throughout the US. The list of alumni who have gone on to great things is quite large and will only continue to grow with each graduating class. This group of alumni is also a great source for internships and employment after graduation. While tuition is higher than some other institutions, the benefits and perks of a private college are quite nice.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Every year Stephens college chooses ten women who exemplify the Ten Ideals of a Stephens Women. The identities of these women are kept secret until the end of the year.
Some say many of the buildings of this campus are haunted and every year at halloween ghost tours are taken to the areas believed to be haunted at this college which is over 175 years old.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
Stephens College is great for any young woman who wants to grow without restraints found at many co-ed institutions. While fashion, theatre and dance make up a large portion of students attending Stephens, there are many other liberal arts and pre-professional programs to choose from.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Even though Stephens College is a womens only college, sports are still a part of the Stephens experience. Stephens Stars athletes enjoy sports such as softball, volleyball, soccer, basketball, golf, to name a few.
If sports is not a students idea of fun, there are numerous clubs and other groups to become involved in throughout the Stephens campus.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Stephens has two sororities on campus students may pledge. Kappa Delta and Tri Sigma are both active on campus and throughout the community.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
Campus security and safety is fantastic! No only are they on constant patrol, they are only a phone call away for any issue that may arise. This group of security personnel will meet you at your car if you do not feel safe walking back to the dorm, they will go across town and pick you up at the mall or downtown if you want to come back and the rest of your group is not ready. They also coordinate runs to Wal-Mart so there is no need to ride the local bus if you don't want to. They are super friendly and caring 24 hours a day!
Stephens is a fantastic place where girls can grow into powerful, well educated young women. It is a place full of opportunities without the need to fight males for a top spot. All of our studies are centered around women's issues making learning both interesting and rewarding.
Don't dismiss this college before making a visit, its small size and personable, profession and caring staff make this feel more like home away from home rather than just a place where you are a number rather than a name. Everyone here is on a first name basis from students to staff (even the college President)! Also remember, that even though this campus is a girls only campus, there is no reason to worry about not being able to meet boys if that is what you want to do, with Missouri University and Columbia College just 2 miles away in either direction there are males all around.
While classes are rigorous, staff is always ready to help in any way possible. The classes here are meant to push you not only academically but mentally and emotionally as well so that you will become a strong independent women. Using women's issues makes these classes more meaningful and rewarding not to mention interesting, for example take a chemistry class and you may learn how to make perfume!
Dorm life at Stephens is wonderful! Not only can you find a wonderful roommate, but you can also choose to bring your own pet with you to reside in your dorm room. If don't have a pet of your own you can foster a pet instead. If pets are not your thing there are dorms that are pet free, or even apartment style dorms to choose from.
Any college food program can always be better, but Stephens dining and food is very good. We have a large variety daily and even have a Sushi Chef who comes in roughly once a week to make fresh Sushi for all to enjoy!
Columbia is a college town, with not only Stephens College but Columbia College and Missouri University. There are always activities to partake in all over town, a downtown area full of restaurants and bars as well as shopping, and parks to enjoy.
Stephens is a highly respected college known throughout the US. The list of alumni who have gone on to great things is quite large and will only continue to grow with each graduating class. This group of alumni is also a great source for internships and employment after graduation. While tuition is higher than some other institutions, the benefits and perks of a private college are quite nice.
Every year Stephens college chooses ten women who exemplify the Ten Ideals of a Stephens Women. The identities of these women are kept secret until the end of the year. Some say many of the buildings of this campus are haunted and every year at halloween ghost tours are taken to the areas believed to be haunted at this college which is over 175 years old.
Stephens College is great for any young woman who wants to grow without restraints found at many co-ed institutions. While fashion, theatre and dance make up a large portion of students attending Stephens, there are many other liberal arts and pre-professional programs to choose from.
Even though Stephens College is a womens only college, sports are still a part of the Stephens experience. Stephens Stars athletes enjoy sports such as softball, volleyball, soccer, basketball, golf, to name a few. If sports is not a students idea of fun, there are numerous clubs and other groups to become involved in throughout the Stephens campus.
Stephens has two sororities on campus students may pledge. Kappa Delta and Tri Sigma are both active on campus and throughout the community.
Campus security and safety is fantastic! No only are they on constant patrol, they are only a phone call away for any issue that may arise. This group of security personnel will meet you at your car if you do not feel safe walking back to the dorm, they will go across town and pick you up at the mall or downtown if you want to come back and the rest of your group is not ready. They also coordinate runs to Wal-Mart so there is no need to ride the local bus if you don't want to. They are super friendly and caring 24 hours a day!