King's College (Charlotte, North Carolina)

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

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

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

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 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
  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

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