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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Wilkes-Barre, PA

King's College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$42,600

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

93.2%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

58.9%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$59,498

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

King's College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Wilkes-Barre, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $42,600, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 58.9% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing520 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800
Math540 – 620
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite19 – 25
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

93.2%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$170,400

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$29,498

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$124,580

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$419,560

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at King's College is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
47.4%
52.6%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
74.3%
Hispanic
12.3%
Black
5.5%
Asian
2.9%
Two or more
2.7%
International
1.3%
Unknown
0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$42,600

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$17,178
$30k - $48k$21,273
$48k - $75k$20,676
$75k+$22,753

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients27.3%
Using Federal Loans67.6%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment70.9%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

77.1%

Success

58.9%

In-State Cost

$42,600

Age 25+ Students

2.8%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Medium

Working at 6yr

675 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wilkes-Barre (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Wilkes-Barre (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Wilkes-Barre

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$730

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$854

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,039

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Wilkes-Barre metropolitan area.