Founded in 1887, Sterling College is a Christ-centered educational institution located in Sterling, Kan. It has a library that contains a collection of books, periodicals, audiovisual and multimedia resources, print and electronic reference tools and online catalogs. The college offers academic programs in graphic design and effects, athletic training, business administration, culinary arts, exercise science and music education. It also offers a range of other courses in religious and philosophical studies, business entrepreneurship, adaptive special education, psychology and political science. The college s athletic activities include football, baseball, softball, volleyball, basketball, track, golf and soccer. Sterling College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.