About
About King's College
King's College is a private university in Wilkes-Barre, PA, known for its health sciences focus, small class sizes, and catholic liberal arts. With an acceptance rate of 96%, King's is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 369 students each year. King's is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1070–1260, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. King's offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $30,616 per year; the sticker price of $59,174 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
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Financial Aid & Cost
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| Family Income | Sticker Price | Avg. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$59k/yr | $17.3k |
| 30k-48k | ~$59k/yr | $17.3k |
| 48k-75k | ~$59k/yr | $19.7k |
| 75k-110k | ~$59k/yr | $23.7k |
| 110k+ | ~$59k/yr | $28.4k |
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