King's College (Charlotte, North Carolina)

Coordinates: 35°12′48″N 80°49′20″W / 35.2133°N 80.8222°W / 35.2133; -80.8222
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King's College
MottoFinish First
TypeFor-profit college
Active1901–2018
PresidentDiane Ryon
Students1,870
Location, ,
U.S.
ColorsRed and White
Websitewww.kingscollegecharlotte.edu

King's College was a for-profit college in Charlotte, North Carolina, from 1901 to 2018.

Founded in 1901,[1] over half of students came from the Charlotte area. There was also on-campus housing for students. King's College awarded both diplomas and Associate's degrees.

The college closed in December 2018 due to low enrollment.[2]

Academics[edit]

King's College provided 8-12 month courses and offered ten major areas of study in three categories: Business, Technology, and Health care.[3] Associate degree programs could be completed in 16 months.

According to Peterson's[4] King's College had 1,024 applicants, of which 78% were admitted, producing an undergraduate population of 501. According to College Navigator, the last graduation/transfer out rate was 79%.

Accreditation[edit]

Pritchett Hall at King's College

King's College was previously accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools[5] to award diplomas and associate degrees. The Medical Assisting Program was accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

References[edit]

  1. ^ About King's College
  2. ^ Helms, Ann Doss (8 June 2018). "Another for-profit college in Charlotte is closing. Here's why". WBTV. Retrieved 8 June 2018.
  3. ^ Programs
  4. ^ Peterson's
  5. ^ ACICS-accredited schools list[permanent dead link]

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