King College

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School Says - General Information
Located in Bristol, Tenn., King College is a private, comprehensive college founded in the Presbyterian tradition. Founded in 1867, King offers more than 80 majors, minors, concentrations and pre-professional programs.

School Says - Student Body
When you ask our students what itÂ's like to experience King College, theyÂ're sure to tell you about hanging out with friends on the campus oval or in the dorms. TheyÂ'll also tell you about all the great opportunities to get involved at King. From performing and visual arts, to activities with the Student Life and Activities Committee at King (better known as S.L.A.C.K.) to athletics and intramural athletics, our students always have something to do! And because of our size, students have more chances to get involved in key positions on boards, committees, and teams. Whether youÂ're exploring your spirituality through service opportunities, plugging into one of the most advanced computer networks of any college in the region or competing on one of our newly renovated athletic fields Ââ€" youÂ'll find lots of reasons to experience King. For more information about the activities and organizations available at King, we invite you to visit www.king.edu/experienceking.

School Says - Academics
King College is structured on a university model with five schools and offers students a choice of more than 80 majors, minors, concentrations, and pre-professional programs that prepare them for Â"hotÂ" career fields like forensic science, neuroscience, nursing, online media and marketing, technical and professional communication, and biobusiness. First-year students at King will participate in an integrated and innovative program called The Quest, which incorporates readings, discussions, and even a class trip to Washington, D.C., to open their minds to new knowledge. At King we believe students should broaden their knowledge of other cultures by experiencing them, rather than just reading about them in a book. ThatÂ's why our students have plentiful opportunities to see the world through a wide range of domestic and international travel programs extending from China to Ireland, which available as early as your first semester. If intellectual challenge is especially important to you, youÂ'll want to be a part of the Jack E. Snider Center for Honors. As a member of the honors program, youÂ'll engage in special opportunities that include meeting with faculty members and outside guests who demonstrate a passionate commitment to students, examining ideas from a variety of academic disciplines during the honors seminar (often over coffee and dessert!), participating in selected courses that stimulate thinking and allow for creative response, and much more. Students with a 3.0 GPA or higher and who have scored at least a 28 ACT or 1260 SAT are invited to participate in the program. For more information about the Jack E. Snider Center for Honors, contact the Office of Admissions at 1.800.362.0014 or admissions@king.edu.

School Says - Admissions
King College uses a rolling admissions process, and admissions decisions are usually made within a few weeks of receiving a studentÂ's completed application. The application fee is waived for students who apply online, and students are encouraged to visit www.king.edu/apply to submit their application. King College requires that high school graduates who are seeking admission as first-time freshmen must have satisfactorily completed at least 16 academic units at high school level. Coursework should include the following minimum requirements: four units of English; two units of algebra (algebra I and II) and one unit of geometry; two units of a foreign language; two units of history and social studies; one unit of natural sciences; and four other academic electives. Students should also have a 2.6 grade-point average on a 4.0 scale and an ACT score of 19 or SAT score of 890. Students who do not meet these requirements may be conditionally accepted with permission from the Admissions Committee. If youÂ've participated in the Advanced Placement Program of the College Entrance Examination Board, and youÂ've achieved a grade of three (3), you will receive advance placement in the appropriate subject areas without college credit. If you scored a four (4) or five (5), youÂ'll be granted college credit. If youÂ've participated in the College Level Examination Program (CLEP) of the College Entrance Examination Board, you may receive college credit for corresponding courses taught at King College. Contact the registrar for additional information. Students enrolled in the college are granted exemption from basic courses when their level of preparation enables then to progress to more advanced courses. This is particularly true in foreign languages, mathematics and English. Interested students should inquire of the of the appropriate academic division chairperson for more information. Most freshmen and transfer students will be asked to complete tests used for placement into appropriate course. King College recognizes the International Baccalaureate Diploma. King will grant a maximum of 8 semester hours of credit for scores of 5, 6, and 7 on each of the IB Higher Level examinations. The amount of credit awarded will be decided by the Registrar in conference with the Dean of Faculty. The maximum number of credit hours awarded for IB is 30.

School Says - Campus Life
Nestled in the foothills of the Smoky Mountains, King College is located in Bristol, Tennessee, next to its twin city of Bristol, Virginia. The main campus of King College sits on 135 wooded acres and its buildings feature Georgian-style architecture that provides a quiet, beautiful learning environment thatÂ's just two minutes away from bustling downtown Bristol.

School Says - Cost Aid
King CollegeÂ's full-time charges for the 2008 Ââ€" 2009 academic year total $27,482, which includes $19,426 in tuition, a $1,156 comprehensive fee, $3,450 for room, and $3,450 for board. Tuition costs are the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. For more information visit www.king.edu/admissions/costs/index.asp.If you're committed to attending King College, we're committed to helping you finance your education. Each year, we award more than $19 million in financial aid to 98% of our students with an average annual award of $15,229.71. We'll work with you and your family to make King a reality for you, too. Based on guidelines established by the United States Congress, the information you provide on the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will determine the amount your family is expected to contribute toward the cost of your education. The financial aid you are then eligible for is determined by the following formula: College cost - family contribution = financial need. The family contribution remains the same regardless of the cost of the college. At King College, we try to meet most of your financial need with various sources of financial aid, including scholarships, grants, and loans. Work opportunities are usually available on campus as well to assist students who wish to work. For more information about the financial aid available at King, visit http://www.king.edu/admissions/costs/FinancialAid/index.asp.

Students Say - Academics
"King College, a Presbyterian-affiliated school in East Tennessee (less than a mile, actually, from the Virginia border), offers undergraduates an education "integrating faith, scholarship, service, and leadership." "The school is very small, so it provides for amazing interaction between students and professors. They actually know who you are and what you are interested inâ€"you aren't just a Social Security number." Professors are typically described as "excellent," "available," and "always willing to help and take time out of their busy schedules to assist" students in their studies. The honors program is singled out for particular praise because it "pushes students to analyze from a different perspective and to be…well-rounded." While the school's small size is a virtue to some students, others see its limiting effects, especially those who wish the school would focus on "offering more classes." "The administration is all right, and it seems to basically fulfill its purposes," though "there can be improvements within the school," such as with "communication [and] especially with the business office and financial aid." One thing many students believe the administration should be focusing on is "improving the quality of the buildings on campus;" some seem to be close to "falling down.""

Students Say - Campus Life
""If you want to party at King, there is definitely access to parties. If you want to have Bible study, there are many opportunities for that as well." It's not uncommon to "have friends that do both." Many "people go off campus on the weekends to go to Johnson City for clubs and alcohol. There are also people who are not into that kind of scene, and those people go to the movies [or] go out to dinner. They also will play games and just hang out and have fun." "If you live on campus, people usually study together in the library or the honors house. Many students go to the local coffee shop down the road," "Java J's," also to study or just to socialize. "Intramurals are a favorite among students." And "a group called SLACK sets up events for the students at no cost, like movies, games, and other stuff." Nestled as the school is in the heart of Appalachia, "in good weather, there is hiking, fishing, swimming, etc., within [a] 10- to 15-minute drive." Most students agree that the existing "dorms should be renovated," especially the men's dorm, and that "new dorms could be made because the current dorms are…crowded.""

Students Say - Student Body
"If you want to picture the typical King College student, "just think of basically a Christian athlete." Then add to that mental image the following characteristics: "white, middle class," "friendly," "social," likes to "go out and have fun, but also spend time to actually study." Many students "tend to be very involved in their faith and church." Of those who are not athletes, many seem to be involved in the music program. Of course, this is not everyone at King. The school enrolls "many international students." And you will certainly come across students who are "atheists" and "Hindu." "While all of these ‘types' mingle somewhat, there seems to be some division.""

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