Stevenson University was founded in 1947 as Villa Julie College. In 2008, the college adopted the name Stevenson University to reflect its growing size, expanding mission, and breadth of academic offerings. Serving over 2,700 undergraduate students as well as nearly 900 online students, the university is committed to providing exceptional experiences, a connection to career, and a community centered on student success.
Facts at a Glance
Student Population
- Approximately 2,700 full-time undergraduate students
- Approximately 870 online undergraduate & graduate students
- More than 1,000 graduate and professional students, including our doctoral Psy.D. program
- Over 43 states (including Maryland) and 15 countries are represented by our student population
* Statistics based on Fall 2025 Official First Frozen Data
Academic Opportunities
- More than 90 undergraduates majors, minors, and tracks in business, design, education, humanities, nursing and healthcare, and the sciences
- 24 online master’s and bachelor’s programs for working adults
- 4+1 Bachelor’s-to-Master’s degree options
- Pre-Professional tracks in Dentistry, Law, Medicine, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, and Veterinary Medicine
Scholarships & Financial Aid
- 99% of students receive merit-based or need-based aid
- Merit-based scholarships ranging from $10,000 to $21,000 per year, plus additional specialty awards for Service and Leadership, Arts, Theatre, Music, eSports, and more.
- Service and Leadership, Theatre, and Arts scholarships offering additional annual awards of $2,000
Student Achievement and Career Success
- 14:1 Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 3 scholars programs including Service, Leadership, and Honors
- 87% acceptance rate into Dental, Medical, Pharmacy, Physical Therapy, and Veterinary School
- 100% acceptance into Law School
- 100% job placement for Education and Nursing
- 92% of graduates are working or attending graduate or professional school within six months of graduation
Student Life & Activities
- 17 Intramural and Club Sports
- 29 NCAA Division III Men’s and Women’s Athletic Programs
- 5 eSports Team for Competitive Online Gaming
- 9 Band and Music Programs
- 80+ Student Clubs and Organizations
- 11 Greek Life Organizations
Campus & Housing
- #1 Best College Dorms in Maryland (Niche)
- #2 Best College Campus in Maryland (Niche)
- Top 20 Best College Dorms in the U.S. (Niche)
Schools
- Howard S. Brown School of Business and Leadership
- School of Design
- School of Education
- Sandra R. Berman School of Nursing and Health Professions
- School of Humanities and Social Sciences
- Beverly K. Fine School of the Sciences
- Stevenson University Online
University Leadership
Stevenson’s seventh president, Elliot Hirshman, Ph.D., joined the university in July 2017 after serving as president of San Diego State University since 2011.