Visit Campus
Personalized Visits
Spend a day on campus with the people who breathe life into it.
Take a tour
Around campus with one of our student ambassadors. There鈥檚 no script for them to follow: each tour is personalized and we encourage real conversations about life at Stephens.
Sit down with faculty
In your program of interest. Not only will you learn about the exciting things students are up to, you will see just how invested our professors are in each student鈥檚 success.
Meet with an admissions counselor
And our financial aid team to get clear answers about your application and what Stephens will cost. We want you to be confident about your college decision
Schedule your visit today. If the times on our calendar don’t work, please email visit@stephens.edu and we’ll find one that does.
Preview Days
Join us for one of our upcoming Preview Days to explore campus with potential new peers and learn about our programs, campus life, admissions, and financial aid! Our mission is to provide a clear path to a meaningful career, and our Preview Days show how that鈥檚 possible. You and your family will enjoy:
- A Stephens welcome
- Introduction to financial aid, academics, and campus life
- Student panel discussion
- Campus tour
- Complementary lunch and a Stars Caf茅 gift certificate
- $1,000 visit scholarship
Upcoming Preview Days
| College | Date | Time | Register Link |
| Women鈥檚 College | Friday, Jan. 29, 2027 | 10am-3pm | |
| Women鈥檚 College | Friday, Feb. 26, 2027 | 10am-3pm | |
| Women鈥檚 College + Conservatory for the Performing Arts | Thursday, March 25, 2027 | 10am-3pm |
STARt Days
Stephens also offers special preview days for students who have confirmed their enrollment by submitting a deposit. STARt Days were created to help first-year students get ahead and feel fully prepared for their first semester.
In addition to meeting your future classmates, you will have the opportunity to meet one-on-one with key campus offices and get everything in place long before move-in day:
- Meet with a Faculty advisor for your class schedule
- Meet with your admissions counselor to walk through your budget worksheet, including your financial aid
- Meet with accounting or financial aid for more in-depth questions
- Student Success & Engagement will introduce you to campus life beyond the classroom 鈥� student organizations, leadership opportunities, and the career services that connect what you study to where you’re headed
- Take a full campus tour or, if it鈥檚 not your first time on campus, tour the residence halls.
Virtual Visits
Can鈥檛 make it to campus? We鈥檝e got you covered! Schedule a virtual campus visit to meet with one of our admissions counselors and learn more about life at Stephens. You can also explore campus on your own with our interactive virtual tour鈥攑erfect for getting a feel for our beautiful grounds anytime anywhere.
For High School Groups
We invite you and your students to get to know Stephens through a virtual group visit. Hosted on Zoom by an admissions representative, each session includes a 30-minute presentation and a 15-minute Q+A session. Full classes, grade levels, or student bodies are invited to attend!
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the $1,000 visit scholarship work?
You are eligible to receive a $1,000 Visit Scholarship if you attend a Preview Day or visit campus for a personalized tour (virtual visits do not qualify). The scholarship is a one-time grant applied to your first year of tuition at Stephens. Eligible students includes:
- First-year students
- Transfer students
- Women鈥檚 College students
- Conservatory for the Performing Arts students
Can alumni schedule a visit too?
If you鈥檙e feeling homesick for Stephens, please contact the Alumni Office at alums@stephens.edu to schedule a visit. We love welcoming our alumni home!
How can I find out when the next Preview Day or STARt Day is?
Please reach out to us admissions@stephens.edu or call (573) 876-7207 and we will be happy to notify you of the next Preview Day or STARt Day.
For Graduation Attendees
Joining us for Commencement ceremonies (graduation)? Click here to learn more.
Contact Us
Office of Admissions
(573) 876-7207
(573) 876-7237
admissions@stephens.edu6 N College Ave, Columbia, MO 65201