Stephens College Information

Founded in 1833, Stephens College is proud to be the second-oldest women’s college in the country and the first institution of higher education in Columbia, Missouri. From the beginning, Stephens has developed a tradition of innovative educational programs that provide students with classroom and experiential learning opportunities like no other institution in higher education. Stephens believes in the power of education to change lives. Alongside our world-class women’s undergraduate programs, Stephens is also home to the gender-inclusive Conservatory for the Performing Arts, innovative gender-inclusive graduate programs, and a vibrant children’s school and youth enrichment programs that nurture curiosity from the earliest years. #StephensCollege