Stevenson University: A Small School with Big Opportunities

If you’re looking for a university that feels like a home away from home—but still opens big doors for your future—then Stevenson University in Maryland should definitely be considered! I recently visited their campus, and I can say: Stevenson knows how to balance serious career prep with serious fun.

A Quick Snapshot
Founded in 1947, Stevenson is a private university of about 2,800 undergraduates, giving it that perfect small-school vibe. It’s just a half-hour from Baltimore and about an hour from Washington, D.C. so you get all the perks of city life while still enjoying a quieter suburban campus.

Classes are small, professors know your name, and the community is close-knit. But don’t let its size fool you — Stevenson offers over 90 majors, minors, and tracks, ranging from cybersecurity to fashion design to medical laboratory science, an interesting option for science-lovers who want healthcare careers without patient contact.

Career-Ready from Day One
Stevenson’s motto could easily be: “Get ready to get hired.” Every single major requires either an internship, research project, or capstone experience. No one leaves without hands-on practice.

Stevenson also has something unique called professional minors — think real estate, entrepreneurship, or software design. These are four-course packages designed to give you career-focused skills alongside your major. It’s a super smart way to stack your résumé.

And if you’re a business student, you’ll love the Success Studio, where you can borrow professional clothes for interviews and learn how to navigate investments in their finance lab.

Campus Life: Vibrant and Fun
Beyond academics, Stevenson seriously invests in student life. There are 80 clubs and honor societies, a lively Greek life scene, and plenty of unique traditions like their Food Truck Rally. The beautiful dorms felt more like cozy apartments than standard residence halls—and there are even sand volleyball courts for pickup games when the weather’s nice. Stevenson is also a Division III athletics school, so there are a lot of ways to compete athletically or just cheer your heart out.

Innovative Spaces
A few things stood out to me about their campus facilities:

  • A state-of-the-art mock trial courtroom for pre-law students.
  • Cutting-edge nursing simulation labs.
  • Fashion design studios with all the latest tech.
  • A Makerspace filled with bioengineering labs.
  • A brand-new library that is light, airy, and built for both collaboration and quiet study.
  • Construction is currently underway for a Performing Arts Center, which will add even more to the arts scene on campus.

Admissions: Welcoming and Accessible
Applying to Stevenson is simple—no application fee, test-optional, and rolling. You will hear back within just two to three weeks of a completed application. Stevenson offers merit scholarships ranging from $10,000–$20,000, and if you interview or meet early deadlines, you might even scoop up more scholarship money.

A Few More Highlights

  • Nursing students are direct admit—no stressful second application process later.
  • Early Childhood Education majors benefit from a super personal program where the dean literally knows every student’s name. Plus, they boast 100% job placement.
  • They offer bachelor’s to master’s programs in fields like cybersecurity and digital forensics, perfect for students wanting to fast-track their careers.

Stevenson University is a hidden gem for students who want a career-focused education wrapped in a warm, welcoming community. Whether you want to launch a business, create couture designs, or fight cybercrime, Stevenson gives you the tools and real-world experience to make it happen.