King's College (Charlotte, North Carolina)

King's College
MottoFinish First
TypePrivate for-profit college
Active1901–2018
PresidentDiane Ryon
Students1,870
Location
Charlotte, North Carolina
,
North Carolina
,
U.S.
ColorsRed and White
Websitewww.kingscollegecharlotte.edu

King's College was a private for-profit college in Charlotte, North Carolina. It was founded in 1901 and over half of students came from the Charlotte area.[1] There was also on-campus housing for students. King's College awarded both diplomas and associate degrees. The college closed in December 2018 due to low enrollment.[2]

Academics

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

Pritchett Hall at King's College

King's College was 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

  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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