Sterling College
Sterling, KS · Private nonprofit · Bachelor's degrees · Rural
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About Sterling College
Sterling College is a small, private nonprofit institution in Sterling, KS, in a rural setting. It enrolls about 538 students. The acceptance rate is 48%. 41% of students complete their degree on time. Ten years after enrolling, graduates earn a median of $45,846.
48%
Acceptance
$22,371
Net price
538
Enrollment
41%
Grad rate
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Academics
Graduation & retention rates
Value
Earnings vs. cost of attendance
Career Outcomes
Graduate earnings after 10 years
Affordability
Average net price after aid
Selectivity
How hard it is to get in
Diversity
Racial & ethnic balance of students
Grades are computed from official U.S. Department of Education metrics (graduation, cost, earnings, selectivity and student diversity).
Admissions
48%
Acceptance rate
—
SAT average
22
ACT midpoint
Cost & Financial Aid
$22,371
Average net price
$33,700
In-state tuition
$33,700
Out-of-state tuition
$9,586
Room & board
$1,382
Books & supplies
$47,185
Total cost of attendance
37%
Students receiving Pell grants
49%
Students with federal loans
$24,625
Median student debt
Average net price by family income
Net price is the average annual cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students.
Popular Majors
After Graduation
$45,846
Median earnings (10 yrs)
$40,722
Median earnings (6 yrs)
41%
Graduation rate
50%
Retention rate
74%
Earn more than a HS grad
$6,665
Instructional spend / student
Student Body
538
Total enrollment
9%
Part-time
20
Avg. age at entry
34%
First-generation
Gender balance
Race & ethnicity
Sterling College FAQ
Is Sterling College a public or private school?
Sterling College is a private nonprofit institution located in Sterling, KS.
What is the acceptance rate at Sterling College?
Sterling College has an acceptance rate of 48%, based on the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
How much does Sterling College cost?
The average annual net price at Sterling College is $22,371 — the typical cost after grants and scholarships for federally-aided students. Published tuition is $33,700.
What is the graduation rate at Sterling College?
About 41% of students at Sterling College complete their degree, according to federal completion data.
How much do Sterling College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, Sterling College students earn a median of $45,846 per year.
What SAT or ACT scores do you need for Sterling College?
Admitted students at Sterling College have an ACT midpoint of 22. Requirements vary, so check the school's admissions office for the latest.
How many students attend Sterling College?
Sterling College enrolls about 538 students.
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