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King's College

Private nonprofit Wilkes-Barre, PA · Urban · Mid-Atlantic · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
60%
Graduation Rate
$59,498
Earnings (10yr)
$23,093
Net Price
93%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

At King's College, you're looking at a community that might be the right fit if you're aiming for a personalized educational experience. With an acceptance rate of 93%, it welcomes a diverse range of students. The standout programs here include Business & Marketing, Health Professions, Criminal Justice, Biology & Biomedical, and Education. This variety allows students to explore different passions while preparing for specific careers.

After graduation, students can expect to earn around $59,498 within ten years. While the graduation rate sits at 60%, those who do complete their degrees often find decent earning potential. Affordability is also a factor to consider; approximately 30% of students receive Pell Grants, which can help ease the financial burden.

When it comes to costs, the net price after aid stands at about $23,093, and the median debt for graduates is $27,000. This means students can graduate with a manageable debt load, especially when considering their earning potential. Those who thrive here often embrace a supportive community and are motivated to pursue their chosen fields.

Rankings

How King's Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation60%Earnings 10yr$59KNet Price$23KRetention76%Median Debt$27KPell Grant Rate30%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$17K$0-30K$17K$30-48K$20K$48-75K$28K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%1997.6%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%284.4%MOBILITY56.81%

Cost & Financial Aid

$44,100
In-State Tuition
$44,100
Out-of-State
$23,093
Avg Net Price
$27,000
Median Debt
30%
Pell Grant Rate
74%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$17,283
Family Income $0–$30K
$17,259
Family Income $30K–$48K
$19,692
Family Income $48K–$75K
$28,391
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$51,734
6 Years After Entry
$55,721
8 Years
$59,498
10 Years
0.45x
Debt-to-Earnings
73%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$51,734 6yr $55,721 8yr $59,498 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

56.81%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
284.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
1997.6%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$54,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.69
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.04
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.1%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 93%
Retention Rate 76%
SAT Average 1170
SAT Range 1070–1270
Full-Time Faculty 59%
Faculty Salary (mo) $8,851
Diversity Index 0.47
First-Gen Students 29%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 27%
Health Professions 20%
Criminal Justice 8%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Education 4%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Psychology 4%
Engineering 3%