Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington and King's College are frequently compared when students or parents prepare college admissions. Penn State Abington is a four-year, public school located in Abington, PA and King's is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Wilkes-Barre, PA.
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| Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington | vs. | King's College |
|---|---|---|
| Abington, Pennsylvania | Location | Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania |
| Four-year, Public | School Type | four-year, Private (not-for-profit) |
| Bachelor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Carnegie Classification | Master's College and University (medium programs) | |
In-State$15,268
Out-Of-State$25,664 | 2025 Tuition & Fees | $44,100 |
| 71% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 94% |
| $10,128 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $30,671 |
| 96.77 % | Acceptance Rates | 93.11 % |
| 11.18 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 14.18 % |
| 1,175 | SAT Score | 1,170 |
| 26 | ACT Score | - |
| 20 % | Graduation Rate | 60 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | - |
| 77 % | Retention Rate | 76 % |
| 2,885 | Student Population | 1,939 |
| 162 | Number of Faculties | 120 |
| 14 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 13 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services |