King University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About King University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.)
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
King University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Bristol, Tennessee. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,080, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 54%. The university offers 39 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 46%, and a student-faculty ratio of 11:1. Tuition and fees for students are $32,902.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRecommended
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-22
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1005-1190
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
2k
Students enrolled
67%
Online student enrollment
11:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
55%
Unknown
1%
Black
5%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
38% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
26
Total Online Enrollment
868
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.67% online, 33% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
49% On-campus
51% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's38% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's88% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $32,902 | $32,902 |
| Graduate | $14,182 | $14,182 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,706 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,262 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,516 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $6,890 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,248 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,248 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $48,386 | $48,386 |
| Off-campus without family | $45,746 | $45,746 |
| Off-campus with family | $38,856 | $38,856 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
38%
State Grant Aid
31%
Institution Grant Aid
78%
Pell Grant
38%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$23k
Average student debtafter graduation
$44k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Volleyball
- Wrestling
- Softball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 7 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 11 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 12 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 13 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 14 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 15 | Psychology. | |||
| 16 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 17 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 18 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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