Commencement
Commencement at Stephens College is more than a ceremony—it’s a tradition that honors hard work, dedication, and the bright future ahead.
We celebrate the achievements of our graduates two times a year with December and May commencement ceremonies.
May 2027 Commencement Ceremonies
Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Our May 2027 Graduate Commencement Ceremony will be held Friday, May 7 at 5:00 p.m. in the Kimball Ballroom inside Lela Raney Wood Hall on the Stephens College campus.
This ceremony will include recipients of Graduate Degrees.
Undergraduate Degrees Ceremony
Our May 2027 Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony will be held Saturday, May 8 at 11:00 a.m., location TBA.
Graduating Students: There will be a mandatory undergraduate commencement rehearsal held on Friday, May 7 at 11:00 a.m.
Questions regarding Commencement?
Please contact our Commencement Coordinator, Mackenzie Petty, at (573) 876-7210 or mallen@stephens.edu.
Previous Ceremonies
May 2026 Commencement Ceremonies
Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
Held on May 9, 2026.
Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Held on May 8, 2026.
December 2025 Commencement Ceremony
Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Held on December 19, 2025.
May 2025 Commencement Ceremonies
Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony
Held on May 10, 2025.
Graduate Commencement Ceremony
Held on May 9, 2025.
Looking for a different commencement ceremony? Find all past live-streamed events on our YouTube channel, @StephensCollege.