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King University

Bristol, TN

King University (founded in 1867 as King College) is a Presbyterian-affiliated, doctoral-level comprehensive university. Its 135-acre main campus is located two miles from the center of Bristol, in the Appalachian foothills.

King University

Bristol, TN

Tuition & Fees

$31,840

$31,840

not including room and board

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SAT ACT

Test Scores

Percent of freshmen in each score range

reading math writing
700-800
1%
600-699
27%
500-599
45%
400-499
26%
300-399
1%
700-800
3%
600-699
27%
500-599
46%
400-499
24%
600-699
4%
500-599
29%
400-499
60%
300-399
7%
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30-36
13%
24-29
18%
18-23
50%
12-17
19%
30-36
4%
24-29
36%
18-23
43%
12-17
17%
30-36
8%
24-29
34%
18-23
49%
12-17
9%
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undergraduateRatios

38%

male

62%

female

1

teacher

13

students

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Moderately Selective

62%

acceptance rate

Accepted 589
Declined + 360
Total Received 949
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Private (nonprofit)

1,579

undergraduate students

369

graduate students

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Lists & Rankings

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Most Popular Majors

  1. Business
  2. Nursing
  3. Psychology
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Codes

SAT 1371
ACT 3970

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School Facts

King University (founded in 1867 as King College) is a Presbyterian-affiliated, doctoral-level comprehensive university. Its 135-acre main campus is located two miles from the center of Bristol, in the Appalachian foothills.

Public/private Private (nonprofit)
Campus Enrollment 1,948
Established in 1867
Coeducational Coeducational College, Became Coeducational College
Religious affiliation Presbyterian
Accredited by •  CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education)
•  CSWE (Council on Social Work Education)
•  SACS (Southern Assn. of Colleges and Schools)

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Bristol, TN

135-acre, wooded, suburban campus in Bristol (population: 26,842), 100 miles from Knoxville. Served by bus; air serves Blountville (27 miles). School operates transportation to airport.

King University
1350 King College Road
Bristol, TN 37620

Campus Life

yes
Housing available
15%
Percent of undergraduates that live in campus-owned housing
60%
Percent of freshmen that live in campus-owned housing
yes
Students are required to live in school housing
yes
Students may have cars on campus
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% freshman classHigh School Class Rank

Top 1/10
19%
Top 1/4
41%
Top 1/2
75%
Bottom 1/2
25%
Bottom 1/4
8%
SAT ACT

Test Scores

Percent of freshmen in each score range

reading math writing
700-800
1%
600-699
27%
500-599
45%
400-499
26%
300-399
1%
700-800
3%
600-699
27%
500-599
46%
400-499
24%
600-699
4%
500-599
29%
400-499
60%
300-399
7%
composite english math
30-36
13%
24-29
18%
18-23
50%
12-17
19%
30-36
4%
24-29
36%
18-23
43%
12-17
17%
30-36
8%
24-29
34%
18-23
49%
12-17
9%

Admissions Facts

Application fee
Common application accepted yes
Application deadline
School has early decision program no
School has early action program no
Admissions interview
(required or recommended)		 Recommended
SAT/ACT requirements SAT Subject Tests Not used
SAT or ACT Considered if submitted

Moderately Selective

62%

acceptance rate

Accepted 589
Declined + 360
Total Received 949

Admissions Factors

Important

Secondary school record

Considered

Essay
Recommendations

Not Considered

Alumni/ae relationship
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Extracurricular activities
Geographical residence
Interview
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Religious affiliation/commitment
Standardized test scores
State residency
Volunteer Work
Work Experience

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Admissions Contact

Jon Harr
Associate Vice President of Enrollment Management
P: 800 362-0014
F: 423 652-4727
admission@king.edu

Financial Aid

63%

Of students' needs
were fully met

$16,246

Average financial aid

Cost

Tuition $30,106
Room $4,714
Board $4,672
Additional fees $1,734
Books & supplies $1,560
Total $42,786
Average Financial Aid - $16,246
Total with Avg. Aid $26,540

Scholarships & Grants

Need-based

Federal $3,891,243
State $2,014,558
Institutional $6,210,120
Other external $420,040
Total $12,535,961

Non-need-based

Federal
State $190,762
Institutional $1,224,668
Other external $324,243
Total $1,739,673

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Required Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA

Financial Aid Office

P: 800 362-0014
F: 423 652-6039
financialaid@king.edu

Financial Aid Officer

Richard Brand
Director of Financial Aid
rjbrand@king.edu

Varsity Sports

M W
baseball
basketball
cheerleading
cross-country
cycling
golf
soccer
softball
swimming
tennis
track and field (indoor)
track and field (outdoor)
volleyball
wrestling

Intramural/Recreational Sports

badminton, basketball, bowling, Brazilian jujitsu, corn hole, disc golf, dodgeball, fishing, flag football, foosball, indoor soccer, racquetball, softball, table tennis, ultimate Frisbee, volleyball (indoor/sand), weight lifting, Wiffle ball

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Athletic Directors

David Hicks (men's)
Athletic Director
email

Athletic Facts

Athletic conference memberships
NCAA (Division II)
Mascot
Twister
School colors
scarlet and navy

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Majors

Assc. Bach. Mast. Doct.
Applied Science/Mathematics
Biochemistry
Biology
Business
Business Administration
Chemistry
Communication
Criminal Justice
Digital Media Art/Design
Education
English
Exercise Science
Family Nurse Practitioner
Forensic Science
General Studies
Health Informatics
Healthcare Administration
History
Information Technology
Interdisciplinary Studies
Mathematics
Multidisciplinary Studies
Music
Music Education
Nurse Practice
Nursing
Nursing Administration
Nursing Education
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner/Primary Care
Physics
Political Science/History
Psychology
Religious Studies
Security/Intelligence Studies
Social Work
Spanish
Sport Management
Theatre
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Most Popular Majors

  1. Business
  2. Nursing
  3. Psychology

Programs Offered

  • Certificate programs
  • Distance Learning
  • Double majors
  • Dual degrees
  • Honors program
  • Independent study
  • Internships
  • Pass/fail grading option
  • Self-designed majors

1,948

total students

59%

in-state

41%

out-of-state

Undergraduate

Graduate

81%

1,579
students

Female
62%
978

Male
38%
601

19%

369
students

Female
71%
261

Male
29%
108

undergraduateFull-time

undergraduatePart-time

92%

1,460
students

Female
62%
902

Male
38%
558

8%

119
students

Female
64%
76

Male
36%
43

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Student Break-down

3%
Nonresident aliens
6%
Black or African American, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Native American or Alaska Native, non-Hispanic/Latino
1%
Asian, non-Hispanic/Latino
2%
Hispanic/Latino
81%
White, non-Hispanic/Latino
4%
Race and/or ethnicity unknown
< 1%
Two or more races, non-Hispanic/Latino
< 1%
Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander, non-Hispanic/Latino

Transfer Admissions

41%

Transfer applicants accepted

57%

Applicants accepted who enroll

Transfer Requirements

Minimum requirements High School GPA: 3.00
College GPA: 2.00
High school transcript Required of Some
College transcript(s) Required of All
Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) Required of All
Interview Not Required/Recommended
Standardized test scores Not Required/Recommended
Essay or personal statement Required of Some

Transfer Application Deadlines

Fall: rolling

Spring: rolling

Summer: rolling

Transfer Credits

Maximum transfered

76

semester hours

Minimum transfers must complete

48

semester hours

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Counseling services

  • Academic
  • Career
  • Personal
  • Psychological
  • Religious

Remedial services offered

  • Study skills

Career placement services

  • Interest inventory
  • Internships
  • Interview training
  • On-campus job interviews
  • Other
  • Resume assistance

Percent of the campus accessible to physically disabled students

Not Reported

Additional services

  • Health insurance
  • Nonremedial tutoring
  • Placement service

Special programs for physically disabled students

  • Note-taking services
  • Other
  • Special housing
  • Special transportation
  • Tape recorders
  • Tutors
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International Students

Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens 27
Countries most often represented Brazil
Canada
England
India
Mexico
New Zealand
Special services offered for international applicants Special counselors/advisors
Special orientation

International Student Contact

Mandie Roberts
Enrollment Counselor & Campus Visit Coordinator
423 652-6042
mgroberts@king.edu

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