King's College
About King's College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
King's College is a private Catholic college in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. It offers programs in physician assistant studies, accounting, criminal justice, and business, with a Holy Cross tradition and strong pre-professional preparation.
Founded
1946
Location
Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania
Students
1,855
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
93.1%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
59.9%
Below national average
Tuition
$44,100
Per year
Avg Net Price
$23,093
After financial aid
SAT Average
1170
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$59,498
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Dec 1
Regular
Rolling
King's College accepts the majority of applicants at 93.1%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1170/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
59.9% complete their degree within six years
Retention
75.7%
4-Year Grad
59%
6-Year Grad
67%
Teaching Quality
11:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
59.1%
$/Student
$12.2K
Class Size
Medium
59% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$44,100
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,400
Books & Supplies
$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance
$57,973
After Financial Aid
$23,093
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,283
Receive Grants
30.4%
Take Loans
74.5%
The total cost of attendance runs about $57,973/yr, including $15,400 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $23,093.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at King's College fund their education.
While in School
30.4%
Get Grants
Free money
74.5%
Take Loans
Must repay
$76,296
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $59K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends King's College.
Gender
47.6%
Female
52%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,484
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
371
Graduates
29.4%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
2.8%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (48% women, 52% men). 29.4% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,484
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
King's College fields 14 varsity teams with 711 student athletes, about 48% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Independent
Plays in no conference
Varsity Sports
14
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
711
48% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
68% / 32%
480
Men
231
Women
12
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of King's Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$59,498
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
$129K
71 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$40K
69 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$62K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$36K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$26K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
20 grads
Graduates earn about $52K six years out, growing to $59K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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