Admission Policies

Waiting List
The waiting list is reflective of our increasing selectivity and our need to guard against shortfalls in enrollment. Applicants who are placed on our waiting list should consider themselves viable candidates whom we feel are a good fit for Sterling College. Applicants placed on the waiting list are asked to notify us of their intent to remain on the waiting list. We do not rank our wait list; applicants who choose to stay on the list will be reevaluated. If we determine there is space available in the entering class, we will notify applicants choosing to remain on the waiting list, usually after May 1, but before the end of June.

Accepting the Offer of Admission
To accept the offer of admission and secure a space in the entering class, students must submit a completed Candidate Reply Form, Registration Form, $500 tuition deposit and if living on campus, a $100 housing deposit.  Note that deposits are non-refundable after May 1 for Fall enrollment.

Deferring the Offer of Admission
Accepted students wishing to defer admission may do so by submitting a written request to the Director of Admissions and a $500 enrollment deposit, which is non-refundable. Enrollment may be deferred for up to one year given successful completion of any academic coursework attempted during that time.

Questions about Admission
Please contact us if you have any questions about Sterling College.