King University

0/10 Overall Rating
4 Year
Bristol, TN
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#20 Best Private Colleges in Tennessee

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Overview

Total enrollment

1,157

Location Bristol, Tennessee
Website king.edu
Type Private 4 Year
Setting Small City
Religious Affiliation Presbyterian Church (USA)

Size Small
Status Non-profit
Housing Yes
Level of Study Undergrad/Graduate

King University, located in Bristol, Tennessee near the Virginia border, operates from a 135-acre suburban campus in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Founded in 1867 as King College by Presbyterian leaders, the institution transitioned to university status in 2013 while maintaining its affiliation with the Presbyterian Church (USA). The university's academic programs emphasize traditional liberal arts education alongside professional programs, with notable strengths in nursing, business, and teacher education. King provides traditional dormitory housing for undergraduate students on its main campus, while also maintaining satellite locations in Knoxville and Nashville for adult and graduate programs. The institution competes in NCAA Division II athletics as the Tornado, participating in the Conference Carolinas.

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Academics

5 out of 10
Resources

4 out of 10
Outcomes

6 out of 10
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Admissions

Admission Standards

Very Easy

GPA 3.46

Acceptance Rate

99.7%

Applications Due -
Enrollment Rate 20.3%
Application Fee $0

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$36,194

Costs for King University
Fee		Cost
Tuition		$36,194
Books and Supplies		$1,300
Other Fees		$1,974
Room and Board		$10,880
Budget for Other Expenses		$3,718
Total One Year Cost		$54,066

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Student 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 majors at King University are Health Professions, Business, and Computer and Information Sciences. 40% of students major in Health Professions, 30% in Business, and 5% in Computer and Information Sciences.