Study at Sterling College

 Profile of Sterling College

Sterling College can be found in Sterling, KS (a self-contained town). One of the defining characteristics of the school is its status as a Presbyterian Church (USA) school. Sterling College is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at the school.

Course Topics

The most common majors at Sterling College are in media, music, mathematics, art studies, drama and performing arts, and nutrition and exercise therapy.

Sterling College Selectivity

The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 420 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Sterling College centered around 420 to 510, but ranged both higher and lower. People attending the school come from a variety of states around the country.

Faculty

Classes at Sterling College are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way the school works to keep a high-quality staff.

Student Enrollment

In 2007, 603 students were enrolled in Sterling College.

Student Life

The school has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at Sterling College. The school offers students meal plans. Sterling College student athletes compete in Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference competitions. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.

The school reports its educational mission is:
"To develop creative and thoughtful leaders who understand a maturing Christian faith."