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Sterling College

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world rank  3403

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Overview

Established in 1887, the Sterling College is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the rural setting of the medium town of Sterling (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), Kansas. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Sterling College (SC) is a very small sized (uniRank enrollment range: 500-999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Presbyterian religion. Sterling College (SC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 138-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. SC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Sterling College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Sterling College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Sterling College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small sized

Selectivity

Sterling College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym SC
Founded 1887
Motto
Colours Crimson, navy and silver gray
Mascot Warriors
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University Location

Address 125 W. Cooper
Sterling
67579 Kansas
United States
Sterling College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Sterling College Phone Number (620) 278 2173
Sterling College Fax Number (620) 278 4418
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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Sterling College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Sterling College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Sterling College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Sterling College.



Sterling College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
40,000-44,999 US$ (36,450-41,010 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)
International
students
40,000-44,999 US$ (36,450-41,010 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Sterling College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Sterling College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 40-49% making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Sterling College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Sterling College's Admission Office Admission Office

125 W. Cooper
Sterling 67579-0098
(620) 2784275
800 346 1017

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Size and Profile

Introduction

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Size and Profile

Sterling College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 500 to 999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Sterling College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 50 to 99 members.


Sterling College's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Sterling College's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Sterling College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a rural setting.


Sterling College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Sterling College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Sterling College is Christian-Presbyterian Religious Affiliation

Christian-Presbyterian. Presbyterian Church (USA) - www.pcusa.org


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Sterling College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Sterling College's Library

Sterling College's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 57,504 physical volumes, 2,498 physical media and 61 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 8 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Sterling College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Sterling College's Housing University Housing

Yes

In particular, the Sterling College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 635 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Sterling College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Sterling College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Sterling College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Sterling College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Sterling College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Sterling College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Sterling College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Sterling College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Sterling College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Sterling College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Kansas State Department Board of Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Sterling College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA)
  • Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC)
  • Kansas Independent College Association and Kansas Independent College Fund
  • (KICA/KICF)
  • Kansas Association of Colleges of Teacher Education (KACTE)
  • Kansas Association for Private Colleges of Teacher Education (KAPCOTE)
  • Kansas Independent College Association (KICA)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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