Average

Score: 45/100

Sterling College

4-Year Private Non-Profit

📍 Craftsbury Common, Vermont 05827

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Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 43%

Outcomes

51/100

Affordability

25/100

Resources

54/100

Experience

A+

90/100

Prestige

17/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

43%

Graduation Rate

30%

Retention Rate

9.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

92%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Sterling College Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $383,502
Avg rent near campus: $1,368/mo — vs ~$583/mo campus room rate
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 05847 (3.5% cap, Lowell)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$40,560	$40,560
Room	$5,250
Board	$5,700
Total Cost (On-Campus)	$54,410	$54,410

Financial Aid

100%

Receive Any Aid

20%

Receive Pell Grants

20%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture 10 grads/yr Ecology 7 grads/yr Outdoor Education 5 grads/yr Environmental Studies 2 grads/yr Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Sterling College's top programs commonly pursue.

Forestry and conservation science teachers, postsecondary

$101k/yr 1,600 jobs

Farmers, ranchers, and other agricultural managers

$88k/yr 836,100 jobs

Agricultural sciences teachers, postsecondary

$86k/yr 10,700 jobs

Soil and plant scientists

$71k/yr 20,700 jobs

Conservation scientists

$68k/yr 28,500 jobs

First-line supervisors of farming, fishing, and forestry workers

$59k/yr 65,400 jobs

Natural sciences managers

$161k/yr 104,300 jobs

Biological scientists, all other

$93k/yr 63,700 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

54%

Women

79%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 74%

Hispanic 4%

Asian 3%

Two or More 10%

Non-Resident 5%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 79%

25-64 (Adult) 21%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Sterling College?

Sterling College has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Sterling College?

Tuition at Sterling College is $40,560 for in-state students and $40,560 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Sterling College?

The graduation rate at Sterling College is 43%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Sterling College a good school?

Sterling College has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition

Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.

How many students attend Sterling College?

Sterling College has a total enrollment of 78 students. Most students (79%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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