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Residence Life


Life in a residence hall is an important aspect of a college education. Residence halls are more than just dorms or places to eat and sleep. They are places where students develop meaningful friendships, explore new ideas and get involved with the College community. The Residence Hall Staff attempts to develop an atmosphere in which students grow personally, spiritually, socially, emotionally, culturally, and academically.

Sterling College is committed to the values and benefits of residential living in the college experience. Both the individual student and school community are enriched by the growth and development that evoke from this distinctive aspect of the SC environment. Because of this strong commitment, the college residence policy requires that all full-time students live in campus residence halls. Students are required to live on campus unless they meet one of the following criteria as of the first day of the semester in question. The student must be:

  1. A married student
  2. A student with dependents, who is serving as custodial parent
  3. A fifth year student in good academic standing
  4. At least 23 years of age and in good academic standing
  5. A student living with a parent or legal guardian
  6. Part-time student