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Sterling College can be found in Craftsbury Common, VT (a quiet rural area). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Sterling College.
The most common majors at the school are in science, agricultural science and management, nutrition and exercise therapy, and conservation and resource management.
Sterling College does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted.
Classes at the school are less crowded than at many schools.
In 2007, 106 students were enrolled in Sterling College.
The school has a residential or campus feel. Student dorms or apartments are common at Sterling College. The school offers students meal plans.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"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."
More complete details are provided below.
Sterling College
16 Sterling Drive
Craftsbury Common, VT 05827-0072
General Phone: (802) 586-7711
http://www.sterlingcollege.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Conservation And Resource Management | 12 | conservation |
| Liberal Arts | 8 | liberal arts and sciences, Regional studies |
| Science | 3 | conservation biology |
| Agricultural Science And Management | 3 | various agricutural courses |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 2 | parks and recreation studies |
Number of programs and degrees for Sterling College in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 16 | 5 |
| Associate's degree | 12 | 1 |
In 2007, Sterling College had a total enrollment of 106 students (104 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 53% |
| Women | 47% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 67% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| Unknown | 29% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 33% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 30% |
| 25-29 | 4% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Vermont | 23% |
| New Hampshire | 13% |
| Massachusetts | 13% |
| Maine | 10% |
| New York | 7% |
| Connecticut | 7% |
| Rhode Island | 3% |
| Minnesota | 3% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Virginia | 3% |
| Oregon | 3% |
| Tennessee | 3% |
| Colorado | 3% |
| New Jersey | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 97 | 74 | 76% | 30 | 41% |
| Men | 49 | 34 | 69% | 16 | 47% |
| Women | 48 | 40 | 83% | 14 | 35% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| 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 | $ 19,375 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 19,375 |
| Room and board | $ 6,785 |
| Room charge | $ 3,090 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,695 |
| Books and supplies | $ 850 |
| Other expenses | $ 700 |
Financial Aid:
Sterling College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2143500)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 4 | 4 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 4 | $28,723 | 3 | $34,773 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $28,723 | 3 | $34,773 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 0 | * | 1 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences, Other
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Natural Resources/Conservation, General
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Regional Studies (US, Canadian, Foreign)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Sterling College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in agricultural science and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in nutrition and exercise therapy (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Offers a board (meal) plan
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