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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Bristol, TN

King University

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

Annual Tuition

$34,800

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

54.4%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

46.4%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$59,831

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

King University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Bristol, TN. With a competitive tuition profile of $34,800, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 46.4% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$139,200

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.7 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$29,831

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$159,110

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$457,420

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 46%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

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 University is $22,750.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
60.3%
39.7%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
73.5%
Hispanic
7.9%
Black
6.6%
International
4.9%
Two or more
3.8%
Unknown
1.9%
Asian
0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.5%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.3%

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

$34,800

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$22,300
$30k - $48k$19,281
$48k - $75k$21,500
$75k+$28,318

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$22,750
Pell Grant Recipients41.9%
Using Federal Loans64.5%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment59.7%

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

59.9%

Success

46.4%

In-State Cost

$34,800

Age 25+ Students

27.4%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

1,602 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

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

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Bristol (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 Bristol

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$677

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$717

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$905

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 Bristol metropolitan area.