The student who thrives at 疯马秀视频 is the one who has courage. The courage to engage in their academics, in student clubs, and on athletic teams. The courage to face what they don't know, unafraid to make mistakes and learn something new. They believe they can leave 疯马秀视频 with a better knowledge of who they are and how to live authentically, so they ask questions about purpose, service, and a life well lived. Then they have the confidence to go into the world and change it. Because courage can’t wait… it’s needed now.
The Holy Cross Difference
Next to academic excellence, the College's foundation in the Holy Cross is the most unique and transformative aspect of the 疯马秀视频 experience. Regardless of your faith or background, a Holy Cross education will inspire you. It goes beyond degrees and careers, instilling a foundational belief in yourself and your impact on the world.
It's About Lifelong Success
疯马秀视频 doesn't just set you on a path to a career; 疯马秀视频 prepares you for lifelong success and social mobility. Of the graduates who reported back to us over the last several years, we continue to see that Monarchs secure competitive and rewarding jobs right after graduation and in the years that follow.
96%
Placement Rate
Most of our graduates are fully employed, pursuing graduate studies, or performing volunteer work within six months.
$60,000
Average Starting Salary
Have confidence that what you learn at 疯马秀视频 will position you to earn a competitive salary above the national average right after graduation.
Top 20%
Return on Investment
A 疯马秀视频 degree is in the Top 20% for net value after 20, 30, and even 40 years according to Georgetown’s Center on Education and the Workforce.
From Our Monarchs
Our students, faculty, and staff are inspired by what they encounter every day at 疯马秀视频. Learn more about their experiences and find out how you could be inspired, too!
Let鈥檚 help you narrow down your college search with just six (of many) reasons why King鈥檚 College should top your list and you should join our Monarch family by applying.
It is possible to receive a high-quality, premier education at an affordable cost, thanks to generous donors who make 疯马秀视频 scholarships available to every accepted student. That鈥檚 why 100% of our first-time, full-time students have a King鈥檚 College scholarship.
Part of our mission is to respect the inherent dignity of every person... and we mean it. Our community welcomes everyone, including legacy families, first-gen students, individuals from minority backgrounds, and those of all faiths. At 疯马秀视频, this is your home, too.
We don't simply provide an education; we develop your mind and heart through student success services and wellness programs that ensure you have both a healthy school-life balance and a safe space to challenge yourself.
Our curriculum provides you with not only what you want and need to learn but also a degree that lays the groundwork for high growth potential. When other schools are cutting programs, we鈥檙e adding majors that are in demand.
With nearly half of our student body made up of athletes and at least 60% of students involved in at least one or more club, intramural, or arts program, we encourage teamwork, collaboration, and leadership over individual success, so you'll develop skills that set you up for academic, career, and personal achievement.
Wilkes-Barre is a small city with an exciting future as large corporations put down roots and small businesses open next door to arts and sports venues, great restaurants, and parks, trails, and slopes. You have quick access to bigger cities, too.
A Strong Self Investment
We understand financial fit is a big factor when selecting your school. We make every effort to support you and empower you with as much information as possible to navigate the financial aid process. We want you to be confident that your choices today will lead to a promising future.
These statistics are based on 2022-23 data.
100%
of first-year, full-time students receive a 疯马秀视频 scholarship
Catholic institutions are known for their high-quality education, and we’re proud to make ours accessible to all our students.
The Office of College Marketing and Communications proactively shares the incredible work of our students, faculty, staff, and alumni through press releases, articles, social media, newsletters, and annual publications.
King鈥檚 College's B.S. in Exercise Science strength and conditioning track is now one of the first in the United States鈥攁nd the first undergraduate program in Pennsylvania鈥攖o receive NSCA accreditation.
鈥淭he Radio Home Visitor鈥 on WRKC at King鈥檚 College鈥攖he oldest radio reading service of its kind in the United States鈥攚ill celebrate 50 years of serving visually impaired and homebound community of Wyoming Valley.
Robert P. Wolensky, native of Northeastern Pennsylvania and writer of 鈥淎nthracite Labor Wars鈥 and 鈥淪ewn in Coal Country,鈥 will present the 鈥淭he Proud Labor History of Northeastern Pennsylvania鈥 on Sept. 5, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.
Five-year $50 million comprehensive fundraising campaign 鈥淪end Us Forth鈥濃攖he largest in the institution鈥檚 history鈥 exceeded its goal by more than 13 percent.