Admissions Overview
The admission process at Sterling College has a 61% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $25. Sterling College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
61%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
1,959
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
13%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Sterling College has a 61% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $25. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Sterling College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$25
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Letters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Sterling College. About 10% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 938 to 1,123. Additionally, about 29% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 18 to 24.
SAT Scores
10% of students submitted400
1600
938 – 1123
200
800
483 – 545
200
800
455 – 578
ACT Scores
29% of students submitted1
36
18 – 24
1
36
16 – 23
1
36
17 – 24
Admission Statistics
1,959 students applied to SC. Of those, 61% were accepted (1,197 students). Of these 1,197 accepted students, 160 chose to enroll.
1,959
Total Applicants
1,197
Students Admitted
160
Students Enrolled
61%
Acceptance Rate