Stephens College: what international applicants need

What are Stephens College's application deadlines for 2026–27?

Stephens College admits on a rolling basis for 2026–27: there's no single deadline, and it answers applications as they come in, so applying early is safer.

What is Stephens College's acceptance rate?

77.2% for students who started in fall 2024: Stephens College admitted 817 of its 1,058 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does Stephens College require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. Stephens College requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.

How much is Stephens College's application fee for international students?

Stephens College charges no application fee, for international and US applicants alike.

Which English tests does Stephens College accept?

Stephens College doesn't list its English tests on the Common App: they're detailed on its international applicants page.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

How many recommendation letters does Stephens College require?

Stephens College doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does Stephens College require the Common App personal essay?

No. Stephens College doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does Stephens College have?

2 of Stephens College's 392 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.5%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does Stephens College cost for international students?

Stephens College's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $28,300, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $13,366. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $47,690 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source