King University

Reach out to King University's admissions department for more information on applying.

Students who submit their applications to King University for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than September 1.

King University Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of King University's admissions stats.

King University 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.5
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	12%
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	15%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	45%
Waitlist	No

King University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for King University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	No	––	––

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King University does not offer early decision or early action.

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How Challenging Is It To Get Admitted to King University?

It is moderately difficult to get into King University. King University evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2021, King University accepted 66% of students, around 550 from the 831 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like King University, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to King University

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to King University

King University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does King University Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at King University

What does King University consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Important
Application Essay	Considered
Recommendation(s)	Considered

Make sure to check with King University for more information on admission factors.

King University 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to King University, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with King University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement			√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)		3
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Transcript of High School Record	√

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into King University?

Students admitted to King University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5. King University considers weighted GPA scores from incomging students.

Out of all students that were admitted, 55% submitted a class rank. At King University 12% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 39% were in the top 25% and 66% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At King University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	21.62%
3.75 and 3.99	15.14%
3.50 and 3.74	18.92%
3.25 and 3.49	12.43%
3.00 and 3.24	17.84%
2.50 and 2.9	11.35%
2.00 and 2.49	2.16%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to King University directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

King University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

King University has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 15% of King University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 45% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for King University?

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of King University students scored 70.37 or higher and 75% of students scored 14.81 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of King University students scored 14.81 or higher, and 75% scored a 14.81 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for King University?

To be most competitive at King University, you should strive to earn between 25.93 and 14.81 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 14.81 means you fall in the 75th percentile for King University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 14.81, and three out of four students scored lower than 14.81 on the ACT.

A 25.93 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for King University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 25.93.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to King University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to King University. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.

Transfer students can enroll in King University during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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King University Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to King University?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to King University.

Does King University accept transfer credits?

✅ King University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. King University accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Does King University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ King University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to King University?

❌ No, King University is test optional, so you can make the call if you want to to include your standardized test scores. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you may want to send them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is King University's acceptance rate?

✅ King University has an acceptance rate of 66%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at King University?

❌ King University does not offer early decision.

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