Sterling College Viewbook - 2019-20

BE YOU. be a warrior.

sterling college

650

enrolled students

38

states

Undergraduate

18

countries

39%

Graduate

minority rate

80+

programs of study

Online Learning $

50 Most Affordable Christian Colleges and Universities Christian Universities Online

Best Regional Colleges: Midwestern The Princeton Review

Best Regional Colleges: Midwest U.S. News & World Report

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Art & Design Drawing & Painting Graphic Design Illustration Photography Self-Directed Studio Studio & Fine Art

Criminal Justice Law Enforcement Pre-Law

Biblical Studies

Exercise Science

Biology Environmental Biology General Biology Human Biology Molecular Biology Pre-Physical Therapy

Health Science Pre-Athletic Training Pre-Occupational Therapy Pre-Physical Therapy

Business Administration Accounting Finance Entrepreneurship Management Marketing Real Estate

Chemistry

Independent Interdisciplinary

Christian Ministries Missions Sports Ministry Worship Arts Youth and Family Ministries Christian Thought Communication & Media Arts Cinema Production Communication Arts Journalism Multimedia Production Public Relations

Sterling College offers majors that prepare students for graduate study in many professional disciplines including medicine, veterinary, pharmacy, nursing, optometry, and more!

Elementary Education (K-6) English

History

Mathematics Mathematics Pre-Engineering Music Applied Instrumental Applied Vocal Sacred Music Psychology Research & Clinical Psychology Social Services Psychology Sports Management Club, Fitness & Recreation Coaching & Instruction Collegiate, Professional or Corporate Sport Administration Marketing, Promotions & Sports Information Theatre Arts Directing General Performance Technical

Writing & Editing Creative Writing Professional Writing Self-Directed Interdisciplinary Studies Biological Mathematics Business Mathematics Business Ministry Criminal Justice Administration Criminal Psychology Liberal Arts Musical Theatre Political Studies Pre-Forensic Science Sport Communication Sport Writing Wildlife Law Enforcement Education Licensure Adaptive Special Education Art (Pre K–12) Biology (6–12) Chemistry (6–12) English/Language Arts (6–12) Health & Physical Education (Pre K–12) History & Government (6–12) Mathematics (6–12) Music (Pre K–12) Speech & Theatre (6–12) Online Bachelors Degree Programs Elementary Education Criminal Justice Administration History Organizational Management Masters Programs Athletic Training Sports Ministry

academics

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The sense of community here at Sterling College with students, faculty and townspeople has allowed me to become a stronger Christian as well as a more outgoing and engaged person. Through the encouragement and support of the Sterling College community, I have been able to attend student leadership forums in Washington, DC, travel to places I never would have, and been involved in activities such as Student Government, athletics, and being a student ambassador. drake koops ’19, history & pre-law major // kansas

activities and organizations

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Campbell Hall Organization Campus Activities Board (CAB) Chess Club Donut Club English Blend Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Freshman Activities Board Future Science Professionals of America Great Plains Review (GPR) Intramural Sports

Math Club Music at Sterling College (M@SC) Phi Beta Lambda Ping Pong Club SC.TV Sterling Art League Student Government Association (SGA) Student Senate Theatre at Sterling College (T@SC) Ultimate Frisbee

our numbers say it all 431 KCAC Scholar-Athletes 227 NAIA Scholar-Athletes 105 All-KCAC First Team 110 All-KCAC Second Team 34 NAIA All-Americans 16 KCAC Players of the Year 11 Professional Contracts Signed 7 KCAC Coaches of the Year 6 Regular Season Championships 6 KCAC Freshman of the Year 5 Tournament Championships 3 KCAC Newcomers of the Year 3 Trips to the NAIA Football Championship Series 2 Trips to NAIA World Series 1 Trip to the NAIA Division II Women’s Basketball National Championship Tournament 1 National Championship *Stats since 2012

Men’s Baseball Basketball Cross Country Football Golf Indoor Track & Field Outdoor Track & Field Soccer Swimming Tennis Women’s Basketball Cross Country Golf Indoor Track & Field Outdoor Track & Field Soccer Softball Swimming Tennis Volleyball Co-Ed Cheer

BE YOU. be a competitor.

11

professional contracts have been signed

by Sterling College athletes since 2010.

athletics

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Sterling was a great fit for me and my classmates who are still some of my best friends and some of the best people you will ever meet. Sterling provided a place that challenged us in many ways but supported our growth. I would do it all again! jess langvardt, sc alumnus // strength coach for the jacksonville jaguars (nfl)

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You will feel the difference in community as you interact on campus.

As a Warrior, you will develop lifelong friendships with each other as you live together, share life’s challenges and grow together in faith.

88%

of our students live on campus.

BE YOU. be in community.

community

creative opportunities Art Exhibitions Children’s Theatre Community Band Composer Series Debate Forensics Highland Singers Journalism

Juried Student Art Show Music Performance Tours Musical Theatre Pep Band Poetry Slams Script Writing Sterling College Choir Sterling Lads (Vocal Group)

Sterling Lasses (Vocal Group) Theatre Visiting Artists Warrior Film Festival Wind Ensemble

Express yourself and develop a resume full of arts experience. Refine your raw talent and grow your skill set as you gain experience in art, music, theatre, communications and media.

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Sterling College Debate Team ranked in national top-25 since 2010.

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My sister and I are the first generation to go to college, so it has been a dream come true not only for us, but for my mom and my whole family. We received multiple scholarships and that has been such a blessing for our lives. estephany moncada ’19, criminal justice major // california

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ministry opportunities Bible Studies Chapel Services Children’s Reading Program Choir Church Volunteer Disaster Relief Kids’ After-School Program

Local Food Banks Love Sterling Ministry Teams Mission Trips Nursing Home Residential Life Program Soup Kitchen

Summer Youth Camp Internships Summer Worship Internships Worship Band Youth Group Leader

While at Sterling College you will grow in your walk with the Lord.

I love being able to take a break from classes and go to chapel just to spend time worshiping God! My faith has grown so much since I’ve been here and that’s because of the Sterling community. Everyone is always willing to help you with anything you need whether that be homework, work, or faith related! saige biedenbender‘20, art and design major // kansas

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As a Warrior, you won’t be alone. Be supported by the Office of Career Services through discovering a career that best fits your passions and interests, building your resume to stand out in a crowd, finding internships, and applying for graduate schools and your future career.

92%

of grads are employed or in grad school 6 months after graduation.

some of the employers that have hired Sterling College grads

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Albuquerque Public Schools Amoco Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Boeing Campus Crusade for Christ Caterpillar Cerner Corporation CitiGroup Compassion International Competitive Edge Physiotherapy and Sport Conditioning Crossroads Christian Academy (in Panama) Deloitte Disney Edward Jones

Fellowship of Christian Athletes Focus on the Family HealthSouth Horizons Mental Health Center Hutchinson Clinic Hutchinson Police Department IBM Jacam Kansas City Fellows Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks & Tourism Kansas Highway Patrol Kroger KSNT News in Topeka Lowen Color Graphics Mercedes Benz Financial Services

Music Theatre of Wichita NAIA National Institute of Health New York Life Insurance NCAA Northwestern Mutual Northwest Texas Hospital Pinnacle Sports Medicine & Orthopaedics Reno County Sheriff Department San Jose Police Spamilton – Chicago Texas Shakespeare Festival Waddell and Reed Financial YMCA YouthWorks

career services

$6.5M

100%

more than $6.5 million in scholarships each year

100% of full-time, on-campus students receive scholarships

You are serious about your academic success, and we are serious about helping you successfully complete your degree.

Not only will you be able to graduate in four years,* you are guaranteed to do so with the Finish in Four guarantee.

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students graduate in only 3 years. *SC Finish in Four Guarantee: We pledge to help you graduate in four years. If you keep your part of SC Degree Guarantee and are not able to complete your degree within four years, Sterling will provide the additional cours­es needed to complete your degree at no tuition cost or offer acceptable substitute courses.

financial aid

Sterling College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age.

Persons having inquiries concerning the College’s compliance with Title VI, Title IX, Section 504, Clery Act, ADA, and the Age Discrimination Act may contact the Title IX Coordinator, Sterling College, Sterling, Kansas 67579, 620-278-2173.

BE YOU. be accomplished.

visit us Tour campus, attend chapel, eat in our cafeteria, meet with a professor, coach, or artistic director and get the full Sterling experience. sterling.edu/visit (620) 278-4314 discernibly different.

Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewal of your mind, that by testing you may discern what is the will of God, what is good and acceptable and perfect.

Romans 12:2