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.
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
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SAT | 1000/1160 |
ACT | 18/24 |
GPA | 3.46 |
Applications Due | - |
Applicant Competition | Low |
Application Fee | $0 |
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 |
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.
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Last updated February 24, 2024