Sterling College

In 2022, tuition for full-time students at Sterling College was $31,800 a year.

Tuition increased 11.58% in 2023–from $28,500 the prior year. On average, colleges raise tuition about 3% each year.

Remember, the total cost of tuition isn't the final cost for attending college. Many students find the actual cost of college is a lot less than the total tuition after grants, scholarships, and tuition discounts are awarded. Additionally, student loans can make theprice of collegemore manageable until you've finishing school and found a job.

Sterling College meets 77% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates. The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student at Sterling College is around $24,281 a year.

Graduates in the class of 2023 had an average of $25,083 in student loans per borrower.

Does Sterling College Offer In-State and Out-of-State Tuition?

Sterling College is a private, religious institution, so it has the same tuition for residents of Kansas as it does for students who live in other states.

Public schools receive funds from the state to help them cover costs. Public insitutions often offer reduced tuition for those who qualify as Kansas residents.

Choosing a college where you qualify for in-state status can cut the cost of college tuition. Take the time to check your state's rules for in-state residency. Every state has its own rules about what makes someone eligible for in-state tuition. In many states, students must have lived in the state for 12 months before starting school to qualify for in-state tuition. There may be other criteria too, depending on the state you and your parents currently reside in.

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Tuition for International Students at Sterling College

Sterling College has the same tuition for international students as for those from out of state.

International students usually do not qualify for for federal financial aid, but should research private or Sterling College-specific grants, scholarships, and other funding opportunities. International students who demonstrate financial need may be eligible for the following types of financial support at Sterling College:

•On-campus jobs •Loans from outsideSterling College •Athletic Awards •Sterling College-specific scholarships

International students without financial need may be eligible for merit-based institutional scholarships and athletic awards.

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Sterling College Living Expenses, Fees, and More

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In addition to tuition, room and board, books, transportation and fees are also costs it consider when planning for college. Let's take a look at what impacts these costs, and what to expect at Sterling College.

House and Food Costs at Sterling College

Room and board at Sterling College costs $9,056 a year. This covers the cost of living in dorms or other on-campus housing, and a dining plan that enables you to eat in the school dining facilities. Students who do not live on-campus but would like to be able to eat in the campus dining can opt-in for a meal plan. The cost of a mean plan, or board-only, is $3,916.

Meal-plan costs can depend on how many meals are included in the plan you choose.

How Much Do Books Cost at Sterling College?

The cost of books often surprises first-year college students. The actual cost of books and supplies depends on the courses you take and the materials required. To save money, many students choose to use books from the library or buy used textbooks and materials.

Yearly Fees

Most schools also have fees to help cover the cost of facilties, like the library, gym and computer labs.

Keep in mind, there could also be optional fees associated with participating in certain activities, like Greek Life, or playing on an intramural sports team. Many schools have ways for students who may struggle to participate because of cost can get help covering these fees.

The Cost of Transportation at Sterling College

The cost of transportation in college depends on a few key factors. Will you drive, fly, or take public transportation to school? Is on-campus parking free, or will you need to budget for parking? Is the campus easy to get around on foot? Do you own a car, or are you planning to use public transportation? All of these factors can make a big difference in your estimated cost of transportation. Keeping in mind, first-year students are allowed to park a car on campus.

Where are a college is located can impact the amount you'll have to spend just to get around. Small, rural schools may be easier to get around, but the cost of getting to campus may be higher. On the flip side, transportation in an urban area is often expensive, but cities may offer more buses, trains and affordable flights to actually get to school. Sterling Collegeis located in a rural area in Kansas, not far from Wichita KS.

Other Costs

When budgeting for college, be sure to consider personal expenses, like going out to eat or see shows, furnishing your living space, and things like haircuts, clothes and, yes, even toilet paper and shampoo.

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The Full Cost of Attending Sterling College

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Now, let’s do a rundown of all of the costs associated with college, to get a better estimate of how much students can expect to shell out for Sterling College.

Total Cost of Sterling College

What will the cost of attending Sterling College be? Here is a breakdown of tuition and expenses.

2023 Total Tuition and Expenses
Tuition	$31,800
Room and Board	$9,056
Board Only	$5,140
Other expenses	$3,582

The total estimated cost will vary depending on whether you are going to live on-campus or off-campus.

Total Estimated Costs
On-Campus	$46,338
Off-Campus	$42,422

The breakdowns above provide a good estimate of the total cost of attendance before financial aid and scholarships. Tuition and fees may vary depending on program, course level, location, and more.

Sterling College’s tuition and fees change based on: •Course load for part-time students

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Sterling College Financial Aid

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The majority of Sterling College undergrads use financial aid to to cover the cost of tuition. In 2023, 402 of the 732 undergrads enrolled received financial aid. Sterling College meets 77% of the demonstrated financial need for undergraduates.

The average financial aid package for a full-time, first-year student is around $24,281 a year. Around 70% of Sterling College undergrads take out student loans to cover any remaining costs. Sterling College graduates who have student loans graduate with an average of $25,083 of student loan debt.

The average debt for each loan type varies.

Average Debt By Loan Type
Federal Loans	$21,335
Private Loans	$0

Most Common Loans for Sterling College Students
Federal Loans	70%

Most students take out institutional or government loans, because they tend to have lower interest rates and more flexible repayment options than private loans. Loans from the federal government can be subsidized or unsubsidized. Subsidized loans do not accrue interest during school, while unsubsidized loans begin accruing interest at the time the loan is issued. If students do no qualify for enough federal loans to cover the cost of tuition, some take out private loans. Parents can also take out ParentPLUS loans, which are government loans for parents who are helping their children pay for college.

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) helps colleges determine how much financial need students and their familes have, so they can offer a financial aid package that meets, or come close to meeting, their need. For more information on Sterling College financial aid, keep reading, or visit their financial aid website.

Scholarships at Sterling College

Some students may receive grants and scholarships to help pay for college. Unlike loans, scholarships and grants do not have to be paid back.

In 2023, Sterling College awarded 373 need-based scholarships to students, giving away total of $5.3 million to help students with financial need cover the cost of school. An additional $66.01 million in merit-based scholarship money was awarded to students without demonstrated financial need.

Net Cost of Sterling College

The net price of college is the actual cost of attending a school for one year. Net cost is calculated by subtracting any scholarships, grants or other aid that does not need to be paid back from the total cost. Student loans are not part of the calculation, because they need to be repaid.

Now that we have a sense of the total estimated costs for Sterling College students, we can subtract the average financial aid package to find the estimated net cost. Net cost can vary depending on a students’ need and the financial aid award received.

When considering whether a school fits your budget, it is important to consider the estimated net cost, not just the sticker price of tuition. Often, schools with the highest tuition also offer the most generous aid packages, so estimate your net cost before eliminating a school because it does fit your budget.

The average amount of financial aid received by a full-time first year student with demonstrated need at Sterling College was $24,281 in 2023. By substracting the average financial aid package from the estimated costs, we get a number that may make the cost of Sterling College seem more manageable.

Estimated Net Cost for Full-Time Students
On-Campus	$22,057
Off-Campus	$18,141

What will attending Sterling College really cost you? The answer depends on several factors.

As of 2011, colleges are required to have a net price calculator on their website to help prospective students and their families make more informed decisions about the actual cost of attending that school, based on their financial situation. You can find the Sterling College's net cost calculator on their website.

Sterling College Tuition Payment Plans

Some students choose to use payment plans to make the cost of tuition fit more comfortably in their budget.

Sterling College does not have guaranteed tuition.

Sterling College offers an Installment Payment Plan, which allows students to pay tuition in a series of smaller chunks instead of one lump sum.

Does Sterling College Offer Tuition Waivers?

Schools sometimes waiver tuition for certain groups, to offset the cost of attending. Some colleges offer tuition waivers for employees and their family members, underrepresented students, or military students. Even with a tuition waiver, other expenses and fees are the responsibility of the student.

Sterling College has some full or partial tuition waivers available for: - Employees or Children of Employees

Check the financial aid website for more information on payment plans and tuition waivers.

Sterling College's Endowment

An endowment is the total value of a school's investments, donations, and assets. Endowment is not necessarily an indicator of the quality of a school, but it can give you a sense of how much money a college can afford to invest in expanding programs, improving facilities, and supporting students.

As of 2022, the total market value of Sterling College's endowment was $15.7 million. The average college endowment was $905 million in 2021.

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