Admissions
We Offer Virtual and On-Campus Visits!
Check out our Personal Visit page at https://www.sterling.edu/admissions/personal-visit to find out more information on scheduling a Virtual or On-Campus Visit!
Please remember to register at least three (3) business days in advance of your desired visit date to guarantee a visit. If your desired visit date is unavailable, please contact the Visit Coordinator at (620) 278-4314 or visit@sterling.edu, and we will do our best to accommodate your visit request.
Sterling College students and faculty are dedicated to learning, serving and growing together. This creates a close-knit, family vibe. By the time you graduate, you will leave with more than just a degree. You'll have extraordinary experiences and relationships you will remember the rest of your life. Have a question or need to talk with us? Call admissions at 620-278-4275, or email us at admissions@sterling.edu.
Sterling College - Campus
Join our community of around 700 students from across the U.S. on our beautiful campus in Kansas. The $25 application fee is waived if you apply by clicking below.
Sterling College - Online
A convenient way to start a career, brush up on skills or take courses for personal development. Contact us at 620-278-4275 or email admissions@sterling.edu.
Why Sterling College?
We are a Christ-centered, four-year college located in Sterling, Kansas, with a mission to "develop creative and thoughtful leaders who understand a maturing Christian faith." Whether you're looking to join us on campus or online, we have rigorous academic programs and a variety of activities to help you become the servant leader God created you to be.
Arts and Activities
More than half of the students at Sterling College are involved in at least one area of the fine arts. Whatever your major, there are opportunities to be involved. Even if it is your first time on stage or you are just getting started with a paint brush, there will always be room for you at SC.
- Choir
- Theatre
- Private Lessons
- Dance
- Set Design
- Costume Design
- Debate
- Band
- Forensics
- Drawing
- Painting
- Photography
- Graphic Design
- Audio / Video Production
- The Observer - Digital Newspaper
- SCOOP - Online Student Publication
- SCOR Online Radio
- Podcasts
Athletics
We offer several sports for men and women at Sterling College. Every year, an average of 52 Sterling athletes receive conference and All-American honors. As a Sterling athlete, you'll become a fierce competitor who works and trains hard. But more importantly, our coaching staff is committed to strengthening your character.
For non-athletes or when you're not in season, we also have a variety of intramural opportunities.
Financial Aid
The Sterling College Office of Financial Aid assists students in the financial aid process to help secure funding for their educational needs. Financial aid funding consists of scholarships, grants, loans and employment. Keep in mind that the figures listed on these pages are for traditional on-campus students only.
The financial aid staff evaluates a student's financial need, determines eligibility, issues official financial aid offers, and processes loan applications.
Our Numbers Say it All
More than $6.5 Million in Scholarships Each Year
11:1 Student to Faculty Ratio
100% of Students Receive Financial Aid
23 Varsity Athletic Teams
80+ Programs of Study
20+ Arts Opportunities
100% of Students Complete One Service Project