King University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Bristol, Tennessee with 908 undergraduates. It admits 100% of applicants, costs an average of $22,416 a year after grants and graduates 44% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
King University acceptance rate and admissions
King University admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
King University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $37,564 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,426 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $49,948 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $22,416 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $22,416 a year after grants and scholarships, $27,532 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run King University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
King University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 44% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $65,781 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,022 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 32% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
King University majors and what graduates earn
King University awarded bachelor's degrees in 31 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($83,010).
All 31 majors at King University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at King University
6 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 6 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 48 | $89,399 | $47,934 |
| Business administration | Master's | 36 | $55,908 | $27,468 |
| Social work | Master's | 20 | n/a | $32,014 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 3 | n/a | n/a |
| Health Professions Education, Ethics, and Humanities | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 908 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 59% women, 41% men
- 11 students for every faculty member
- Setting: small city
- Accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at King University?
King University admitted 100% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does King University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $37,564. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $22,416 a year in 2024-25.
Is King University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, King University reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at King University?
44% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do King University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $65,781 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.