Sterling College
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Sterling College
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Sterling College is a small private college located on a rural campus in Sterling, Kansas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 670, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 89%. The college offers 46 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 40%, and a student-faculty ratio of 8:1. Tuition and fees for students are $30,000.
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- #10 Ranked in Best Online History Programs 2023
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired for some
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep programNot required or recommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile19-23
SAT 25th-75th Percentile933-1113
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
694
Students enrolled
17%
Online student enrollment
8:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
40%
Unknown
2%
Black
7%
Hispanic
14%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
9%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
43% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
9
Total Online Enrollment
121
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.17% online, 83% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
81% On-campus
19% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's17% online
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's50% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $30,000 | $30,000 |
| Graduate | $14,107 | $14,107 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,383 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,674 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,800 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $9,241 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,800 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,800 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $43,857 | $43,857 |
| Off-campus without family | $43,424 | $43,424 |
| Off-campus with family | $34,183 | $34,183 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
40%
State Grant Aid
30%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
43%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$25k
Average student debtafter graduation
$32k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 6 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 7 | History. | |||
| 8 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 9 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 10 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 11 | Psychology. | |||
| 12 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 13 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 14 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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