At a glance
Average net price
$22,371
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
41.3%
Admission rate
48%
Undergrad size
538
In-state tuition
$33,700
Out-of-state tuition
$33,700
Cost of attendance
$47,185
Median earnings (10y)
$45,846
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- 22
- Retention
- 50.3%
- Locale
- Rural
Programs breakdown
14 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (30%), social sciences (21%), business (20%).
- STEM2%
- Health8%
- Business20%
- Humanities & arts30%
- Social sciences21%
- Trades & services20%
- Business20.0%~108 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Education13.9%~75 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Parks & recreation11.3%~61 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~51 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~47 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- ~42 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- ~37 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Psychology7.0%~37 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- History5.2%~28 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~19 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.6%~14 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics1.7%~9 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Theology0.9%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Communication0.9%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
16 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 29 | $25,167 | $27,250 |
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 14 | $38,026 | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions. | Master's | 13 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 8 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 7 | — | — |
| Human Biology. | Bachelor's | 6 | — | — |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 5 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About Sterling College
Sterling College is a small institution located in Sterling, Kansas, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 538 undergraduate students in a rural setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Education, Parks & recreation.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at Sterling College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $22,371 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $33,700 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $47,185 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 41.3%, a average completion outcome. 50.3% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $45,846 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
Sterling College confers degrees and certificates across 14 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Education, Parks & recreation. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (30% of credentials), social sciences (21% of credentials), trades & services (20% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
Sterling College accepts 48% of applicants, making it selective. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 22.
Location & campus
Set in Sterling, Kansas (rural), Sterling College draws students from across Kansas and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about Sterling College
Q.How much does Sterling College cost?
The average net price at Sterling College is $22,371 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $47,185.
Q.What is the graduation rate at Sterling College?
Sterling College has a 6-year graduation rate of 41.3% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into Sterling College?
Sterling College admits 48% of applicants, which is considered selective.
Q.How much do Sterling College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median Sterling College graduate earns $45,846 per year.
Q.What is tuition at Sterling College?
Published tuition is $33,700 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is Sterling College located?
Sterling College is located in Sterling, Kansas (ZIP 67579).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Sterling College at their official website.