Sterling College

Sterling College

16 Sterling Drive, Craftsbury Common, Vermont 05827-0072

Facts

  • College Type: 4-year, Private not-for-profit
  • Acceptance Rate: 96%
  • Total Student Population: 126
  • Student-Faculty Ratio: 7 to 1
  • Graduation Rate: 36%
  • Website: www.sterlingcollege.edu


Sterling College is a private, liberal arts college located in Craftsbury Common, Vermont. The college is known for its focus on environmental stewardship and sustainable agriculture.

Sterling College offers a bachelor’s degree in Ecology, Environmental Humanities, Outdoor Education.

Sterling College offers a unique educational experience that combines classroom learning with hands-on experience. Students have the opportunity to participate in the Work Program, which provides them with practical experience on the college’s farm and in other departments on campus.

The Work Program is an integral part of the Sterling College curriculum, as it allows students to gain valuable skills while contributing to the daily operations of the college.

The curriculum at Sterling College is centered around environmental sustainability and stewardship. Students are required to complete a Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems major, which focuses on organic farming and sustainable agriculture practices.

With a small student body of around 120, Sterling College provides an intimate, tight-knit community for students who are passionate about environmental sustainability.

Sterling College is committed to providing students with a well-rounded education. In addition to the rigorous academic program, students have the opportunity to participate in a variety of extracurricular activities, including sports, music, and theater. The college also offers a variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking, skiing, and canoeing.

One of the unique aspects of Sterling College is its commitment to sustainability. The college has implemented a number of sustainable practices on campus, including renewable energy systems, composting, and water conservation measures. The college’s farm, which is an integral part of the curriculum, is certified organic and provides food for the campus dining hall.

Sterling College is also committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The college has a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee that works to ensure that all students feel welcome and valued on campus.

The college also offers a number of resources and support services for students, including counseling and wellness services.

Sterling College is an excellent choice for students who want to make a difference in their communities and beyond.

Student Enrollment

Total enrollment:126
Undergraduate enrollment:126
Percent of Undergraduate enrollment
   by gender
      Men:47.6%
      Women:52.4%
   by race/ethnicity
      Asian:3.2%
      Black or African American:0.8%
      Hispanic/Latino:1.6%
      White:76.2%
      Two or more races:6.4%
      Race/ethnicity unknown:10.3%
      Non-resident alien:1.6%
(Enrollment data Fall 2021)

Degrees Offered

  • Bachelor’s degree

Majors Offered

  • Ecology
  • Environmental Humanities
  • Outdoor Education
  • Sustainable Agriculture & Food Systems

Financial

 Academic year prices for full-time, first-time undergraduate students2021-222020-212019-20
    Tuition & fees$39,200 $39,200 $39,020 
    Books and supplies$1,200 $1,200 $1,200 
    On-campus
      Room and board$10,400 $10,400 $9,900 
      Other expenses$1,500 $1,500 $1,500 
    Off-campus
      Room and board$10,400 $10,400 $9,900 
      Other expenses$2,000 $1,800 $1,500 
    Off-campus with family
      Other expenses$4,000 $4,000 $4,000

Trade Schools, Colleges and Universities in Vermont

SchoolsCityStudent Population
Advanced Welding InstituteSouth Burlington70
Bennington CollegeBennington884
Castleton UniversityCastleton2,369
Champlain CollegeBurlington3,825
Community College of VermontMontpelier5,541
Goddard CollegePlainfield369
Landmark CollegePutney619
Middlebury CollegeMiddlebury2,937
Northern Vermont UniversityJohnson1,746
Norwich UniversityNorthfield3,672
O’Briens Aveda InstituteWilliston45
Saint Michael’s CollegeColchester1,573
SIT Graduate InstituteBrattleboro473
Sterling CollegeCraftsbury Common126
University of VermontBurlington13,826
Vermont College of Fine ArtsMontpelier356
Vermont Technical CollegeRandolph1,452