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Sterling College was originally established as the Cooper Memorial College in 1887. Founded by the United Presbyterian Church, the institute was renamed Sterling College in 1920. This liberal arts college in Sterling, Kansas offers enrollment to students from over 30 states and more than 5 foreign countries.
Sterling College offers a number of majors and minors in art, business, Christian ministries, communication and theater arts, music, and theology, among others. Students can also opt for the undergraduate program in social entrepreneurship that is offered through the college's partnership with Habitat for Humanity.
The sports teams are known as the Warriors, and they participate in football, baseball, basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, track and field, tennis, and volleyball. The athletics department is a member of the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference, and the NAIA Division II.
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.
The most common majors at Sterling College are in media, music, mathematics, art studies, drama and performing arts, and nutrition and exercise therapy.
The school does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 430 or lower in 2007-2008 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at Sterling College centered around 440 to 590, but ranged both higher and lower.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools. A tenure system is one way Sterling College works to keep a high-quality staff.
In 2007-2008, 603 students were enrolled in the school.
Sterling College has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at the school. Sterling College offers students meal plans. The school student athletes compete in Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference competitions. Sterling College 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."
More complete details are provided below.
Sterling College
125 W. Cooper
Sterling, KS 67579
General Phone: (620) 278-2173
http://www.sterling.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 10 | business management |
| Education and Teaching | 8 | elementary school teaching, music teaching |
| Liberal Arts | 7 | English, interdisciplinary studies, history |
| Religion and Philosophy | 7 | religious education, philosophy and religious studies |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 6 | health and physical education, athletic trainer |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 6 | drama |
| Art Studies | 4 | art studies |
| Science | 4 | biology, chemistry |
| Media | 3 | media studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 1 | psychology |
| Music | 1 | music |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for Sterling College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 57 | 18 |
In 2007-2008, Sterling College had a total enrollment of 603 students (597 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 78% |
| Black | 10% |
| Hispanic | 6% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 2% |
| Unknown | 2% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 7% |
| 18-19 | 41% |
| 20-21 | 32% |
| 22-24 | 15% |
| 25-29 | 2% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 0% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 54 % |
Sterling College offers campus housing for 535 of its 597 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Sterling, Kansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Kansas Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 20 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 971 | 519 | 53% | 150 | 29% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 430 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 440 | 590 |
| SAT Writing | 420 | 510 |
| ACT Verbal | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 11% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 89% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,500 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,500 |
| Room and board | $ 6,230 |
| Room charge | $ 2,400 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,830 |
| Books and supplies | $ 600 |
| Other expenses | $ 1,600 |
Financial Aid:
Sterling College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 194500)
Sterling College has a tenure system for faculty.
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 5 | $57,516 | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 3 | $48,681 | 8 | $45,173 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 19 | $41,651 | 4 | $35,525 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 27 | $45,370 | 12 | $41,957 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Football | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Basketball | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Baseball | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference |
| Track | Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 176 | 100 | 276 |
| Football | 93 | 0 | 93 |
| Basketball | 31 | 25 | 56 |
| Baseball | 21 | 0 | 21 |
| Track | 7 | 13 | 20 |
| All Other Sports | 24 | 62 | 86 |
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Elementary Education and Teaching
Music Teacher Education
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
History, General
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication and Media Studies, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Athletic Training/Trainer
Health and Physical Education, General
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other
Religious Education
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Sterling College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in mathematics (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | |
| % of degrees in music (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Presbyterian Church (USA) affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan Tenure system for quality teaching Offers athletic scholarships
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