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Stevenson University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale Rural: Fringe
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Dormitory capacity 1,693
Student to faculty ratio 15 to 1
Acceptance rate 91%
Students retention rate 74%
On-time graduation rate 59%

Located in Stevenson, Maryland, Stevenson University is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 91% indicates that Stevenson University is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Stevenson University is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

The student-to-faculty ratio at Stevenson University is 15-to-1, which is slightly higher than both the state and national averages. The state average student-to-faculty ratio in Maryland is 13-to-1, while the national average is 12-to-1. A lower student-to-faculty ratio generally allows for more personalized attention and interaction between students and faculty.

The student retention rate of 74% at Stevenson University suggests that a significant percentage of students choose to continue their studies at the institution after their first-year.


  • Accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

90.9%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$38,168

Cost of attendance at Stevenson University in 2022 for students from Maryland.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Maryland's average $9,814
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$38,168

Cost of attendance at Stevenson University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Maryland's average $22,808
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 100 of freshman students at Stevenson University received on average $27,156 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$27,156
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 217 32% $5,388 $1,169,280
Other Federal Grant 228 34% $6,025 $1,373,720
State Grant/Scholarships 174 26% $7,438 $1,294,178
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 670 100% $23,215 $15,553,864
Total Grant & Scholarships 671 100% $27,156 $18,221,762

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Stevenson University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Stevenson University students is 59.3%. Female students graduated at a rate of 64.1%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 51.3%.

59.3%

  • asian 66.7% 12 students
  • African American 57.6% 110 students
  • white 61.4% 255 students
  • unknown 55.6% 10 students
  • hispanic 60.5% 26 students
  • Mixed Race 50.0% 22 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
  • Baseball Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
  • Basketball Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation
  • Track and Cross Country Middle Atlantic States Athletic Corporation

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Stevenson University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Stevenson University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Study abroad
  • Teacher certification
  • ROTC - Army

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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