The Sterling College community combines structured academic study with experiential challenges and plain hard work to build responsible problem solvers who become stewards of the environment as they pursue productive lives
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Presbyterian Church (USA) |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | Bachelor's degree |
| Campus Setting | Town: Remote |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Sterling College, 85.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 92.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $10,121), and 77% receive loans ($7,252 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $6,430. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Sterling College is $14,870 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 953 people applied to Sterling College. Of the applicants, 55.0% were admitted (55.0% male & 55.0% female ) and 36.0% accepted (32.0% male and 41.0% female) |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 59.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 79.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 37.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 50.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 41.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Yearly Application Deadline | March 1st |
| Admissions Office Phone | 620-278-4275 |
| Admissions Office Email | http://www.sterling.edu/contact |
| Admissions Office Address | 125 W. Cooper Sterling, KS 67579 |
| Admissions Transfer URL | http://www.sterling.edu/future-students/transfer-students |
| Admissions Website | http://www.sterling.edu/future-students/thinking-about-sterling/admissions-requirements (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Website | http://www.sterling.edu/pszone/apply/ |
| Application Fee | $25 |
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In order to be accepted to Sterling College, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 410 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 530 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 450 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 540 |
| SAT Writing (25th Percentile) | 400 |
| SAT Writing (75th Percentile) | 540 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 19 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 24 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 18 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 24 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 17 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 24 |
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| Program Name | Certificate | Associate | Bachelor | Master | Doctorate |
| Biological and biomedical sciences | 6 | ||||
| Biology/Biological Sciences, General | 6 | ||||
| Business, management, marketing, and related support services | 27 | ||||
| Business Administration and Management, General | 27 | ||||
| Communication, journalism, and related programs | 5 | ||||
| Communication and Media Studies, Other | 5 | ||||
| Computer and information sciences and support services | 2 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences, General | 2 | ||||
| Education | 5 | ||||
| Elementary Education and Teaching | 5 | ||||
| Music Teacher Education | 0 | ||||
| English language and literature/letters | 4 | ||||
| English Language and Literature, General | 4 | ||||
| Health professions and related clinical sciences | 3 | ||||
| Athletic Training/Trainer | 3 | ||||
| History | 5 | ||||
| History, General | 5 | ||||
| Mathematics and statistics | 2 | ||||
| Mathematics, General | 2 | ||||
| Multi/interdisciplinary studies | 0 | ||||
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other | 0 | ||||
| Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies | 18 | ||||
| Health and Physical Education, General | 8 | ||||
| Sport and Fitness Administration/Management | 10 | ||||
| Philosophy and religious studies | 2 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other | 2 | ||||
| Physical sciences | 0 | ||||
| Chemistry, General | 0 | ||||
| Psychology | 6 | ||||
| Psychology, General | 6 | ||||
| Theology and religious vocations | 5 | ||||
| Religious Education | 5 | ||||
| Visual and performing arts | 6 | ||||
| Art/Art Studies, General | 4 | ||||
| Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General | 2 | ||||
| Music, General | 0 | ||||
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