King's College (Charlotte, North Carolina) Explained

King's College
Motto:Finish First
Established:1901
Closed:2018
Type:Private for-profit college
President:Diane Ryon
Colors:Red and White
City:Charlotte, North Carolina
State:North Carolina
Country:U.S.
Enrollment:1,870
Website:www.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

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.

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Notes and References

  1. http://www.kingscollegecharlotte.edu/about.htm About King's College
  2. Web site: Helms . Ann Doss . Another for-profit college in Charlotte is closing. Here's why. . WBTV . 8 June 2018 . 8 June 2018.
  3. http://www.kingscollegecharlotte.edu/index_programs.htm Programs
  4. http://www.petersons.com Peterson's
  5. http://acics.org/accredited/documents/accreditedschools120108.pdf ACICS-accredited schools list