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King University

1350 King College Road, Bristol, TN 37620-2699, USA

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US ranking
position: 465
Tuition & fees per year: $37,564
Acceptance rate: 54.00%
Median alumni salary: $43,075
Avg. SAT and ACT: 1080 SAT, 21 ACT
Entrance difficulty: N/A

What are the graduation rates for students at King University?

King University reports overall graduation rates that reflect some challenges in student completion. The institution's graduation rate stands at 46%, placing it in the bottom 30% nationally, indicating a relatively low completion level compared to other schools. This trend is particularly noticeable among male students, with only 40% graduating, similarly ranking in the bottom 30%, while female students graduate at a somewhat higher rate of 52%, which is categorized as average but still in the lower 35% percentile.

The four-year graduation rate at King University is 42%, aligning with an average performance but situating the school in the bottom half nationally. Extending the timeframe, the six-year graduation rate increases modestly to 47%, yet this remains in the bottom 35%, signaling that less than half of students complete their degrees even with additional time.

Retention rates, which measure the percentage of first-year students who continue at the university for a second year, are notably low at 60%, ranking the university in the bottom 15% nationally. This suggests difficulties in maintaining student enrollment beyond initial stages of study.

Although specific graduation rates by major are not delineated in the available data, these overall figures provide a useful perspective for prospective students assessing the likelihood of degree completion at King University.

What is the earning potential for graduates at King University?

Graduates from King University see varied earning outcomes depending on their chosen fields of study, reflecting the diverse academic programs available. Among the higher earning fields, degrees in Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing stand out, with graduates earning an average of $55,715 annually. Similarly, those who pursued studies in Computer and Information Sciences, General can expect to earn about $43,667, while individuals with a degree in Health and Medical Administrative Services report average earnings near $43,199.

Other professional areas showing solid earning potential include Business Administration, Management and Operations, with reported average incomes of $34,822. Graduates from the Communication and Media Studies program earn around $36,226, and students specializing in Criminal Justice and Corrections generally earn about $32,753. Psychology graduates have average earnings near $28,640, while those with a degree in Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods earn approximately $26,091.

Lower average annual earnings are reported for Biology, General degree holders, who earn about $21,587 shortly after graduation. These figures provide prospective students a useful reference point to assess potential financial outcomes linked to their academic choices at King University.

King University Graduation Rate

Avg. graduation 46%
Graduation rate, total cohort
4-year Graduation 42%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 4 years, total
6-year Graduation 47%
Graduation rate - Bachelor degree within 6 years, total

King University Career Help & Outcomes

Career Centers:

Full time employees: 1

Part time employees: Data not available

Career Counselling:

Individual: All undergraduates

Group: All undergraduates

Career Center services:

  • Job Interviews
  • Resume preparation
  • Resume refers to employers
  • Career/Interest testing
  • Interview workshop
  • Alumni network

Other information:

Job bank on campus

Data not available

Job fairs on campus

Yes

Individual job placement

All undergraduates

On campus employer recruitment

All undergraduates

King University Graduations Per Degree

BACHELOR’S Degree

Women Men Total

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

7310

Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services

61218

Education

7310

Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics

101

English Language and Literature/Letters

617

Biological and Biomedical Sciences

10010

Mathematics and Statistics

358

Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies

112

Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology

91221

Philosophy and Religious Studies

213

Psychology

21526

Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services

12921

Public Administration and Social Service Professions

34337

Social Sciences

011

Visual and Performing Arts

235

Health Professions and Related Programs

751085

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

464793

History

3811

MASTER’S Degree

Women Men Total

Education

5611

Public Administration and Social Service Professions

11213

Health Professions and Related Programs

64670

Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

433982