King's College and Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. King's is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Wilkes-Barre, PA and Penn State York is a four-year, public school located in York, PA.
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| King's College | vs. | Pennsylvania State University-Penn State York |
|---|---|---|
| Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania | Location | York, Pennsylvania |
| Four-year, Private (not-for-profit) | School Type | four-year, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Bachelor's degree |
| Master's College and University (medium programs) | Carnegie Classification | |
| $44,100 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | In-State$15,208
Out-Of-State$25,392 |
| 94% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 76% |
| $30,671 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $8,575 |
| 93.11 % | Acceptance Rates | 97.41 % |
| 14.18 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 10.73 % |
| 1,170 | SAT Score | 1,130 |
| - | ACT Score | 25 |
| 60 % | Graduation Rate | 16 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 49 % |
| 76 % | Retention Rate | 77 % |
| 1,939 | Student Population | 677 |
| 120 | Number of Faculties | 43 |
| 13 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 14 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services |