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King College

Bristol, Tennessee

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Overview

Enrollment

1,357
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Location Bristol, Tennessee
Online king.edu
School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Small City
Religious Affiliation Presbyterian Church (USA)
King College overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate
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King University, founded in 1867, is a private institution located in Bristol, Tennessee, a city nestled in the Appalachian Mountains near the Virginia-Tennessee border. Known for its picturesque campus which blends historic and modern architecture, King University offers a tranquil academic environment within a tight-knit community. The university presents a range of undergraduate programs, with business, nursing, and education being particularly popular among students. King University also provides on-campus housing options to foster an immersive academic experience. While the college maintains selective admissions, it is committed to assessing applicants on a holistic basis. The institution is not traditionally recognized for its athletics program in the national sports domain, prioritizing academic pursuits and personalized learning experiences.

In the most recent statistical year 875 prospective students applied, and 532 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 152 enrolled in the school.  1,174 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 183 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $31,942 plus fees of $1,842. King College is ranked 632 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.

Ratings

5/10

Overall

5/10

Academics

5/10

Resources

6/10

Outcomes

4/10

Value

King College is rated within the lower 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

Rankings

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Getting In

Admission Standards

Very Easy
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SAT 1000/1160
ACT 18/24
GPA 3.46

Applications Accepted

60.8% 
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Applications Due -
Applicant Competition Low
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$31,942
Costs for King College
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$1,656
Other Fees$1,842
Room and Board $9,960
Budget for Other Expenses$3,410
Total One Year Cost$48,810

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$48,500 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

41% within 6 years

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by King College students
Subject Percent of Class
Health Professions 40%
Business 30%
Computer and Information Sciences 5%
Biology 5%
Education 3%

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=220516 IPEDS survey data for King College.

Current students may use the King College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.

Last updated February 24, 2024