What is The King’s
College?
The King’s College is a liberal
arts college located in the Empire State Building in midtown, New
York City. Through a rigorous academic program, King’s exists to
graduate students who command the important intellectual traditions,
who think clearly about today’s social and political issues, who
write with force and flair, who speak with eloquence, and who are
eager to exchange ideas in open debate.
At present, King’s confers
these degrees:
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics and Economics, with
concentrations in Literature, Media, Theology, and Foundations of Education.
Bachelor of Science in Business Management
Bachelor of Arts in
Media, Culture and the Arts
See
The King’s College website for
more information.
Is The King’s
College accredited?
Yes. The King’s College is regionally
accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education,
3624 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104 (267-284-5000). The
Middle States Commission on Higher Education is an institutional
accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education
and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation.
Can I participate in
NYC Semester either Spring or Fall semesters?
Yes, the program is offered both semesters, though we anticipate a
greater number of students during Spring semesters.
How many credit
hours may I take?
Students must enroll in at least 12 hours (4 courses) and are
allowed to take up to 18 hours (6 courses). Students who obtain
internships may qualify to receive 3 credit hours for their work,
reducing the number of required courses to 3. Prior approval from
the home institution and The King’s College is necessary for this
arrangement.
Can I do an
internship during NYC Semester?
With the internship possibilities in the city, you may want to
seek an internship to add to your NYC semester experience. Should
you get an internship, it might be possible for you to earn 3 credit
hours, reducing your requirement for NYC Semester to 3 courses (9
credit hours). Students must obtain internships on their own and get
approval for this credit from their home institution and The King’s
College.
Is
financial aid
available?
Currently there are no specific scholarships offered to NYC
Semester students. However, if you participate in the federal
financial aid program, your grants or loans may be transferable to
King’s. Check with your financial aid advisor at your home
institution for your school’s specific requirements.
What are the
important dates to know for a semester at The King’s college?
See the
calendar section
at the King’s website for a complete schedule.
What should I do now
to begin the application process?
First, speak with your school’s Study Abroad or Off-Campus Study
Coordinator as soon as possible. Your school may have special
requirements for a semester program at another institution.
Next, speak to your
faculty advisor and registrar. You will want to determine how
courses at King’s will fit into your degree qualifications. (Course
descriptions are listed here.) You are strongly encouraged
to obtain written confirmation from your registrar’s office that
credit awarded by The King’s College (upon successful completion of
the course work) will transfer to your home institution.
You may also want to
speak with your school’s Financial Aid office for possible
scholarships, and to learn how to transfer federal financial aid for
one semester, if applicable.
How do I apply?
The process consists of these items:
- Online
application
- Current college
transcript
- Brief phone
interview
When will I find out
if I’m accepted?
Our goal is to give you an acceptance decision within 10 days of
receiving your application and transcript, assuming your phone
interview takes place within that time frame.
What do I do after
being accepted?
A $100 non-refundable housing deposit is due within 7 days of acceptance.
Also, a
housing application is necessary, along with a $50
non-refundable application fee. Housing assignments will be made in
order of application, so don’t hesitate to complete this application
as soon as you are accepted.
Does NYC Semester offer any programs to
help me get to know the city?
Yes, your NYC Semester includes a package of
tours to introduce you to some of the city's highlights.
What courses will I be able to take?
Check course listing for a list of courses
available your semester. Please note that class offerings
are subject to change and may be limited in availability.
Contact the registrar to confirm the availability of your
preferred courses.
You will receive
information and reminders for these items and deadlines upon
acceptance.
