The King's College Reviews
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Greg
07/30/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
1 out of 1 people found this review useful. 1 of 4
Categories Comments Clubs and Activities Republicans Club Internationally aware clubs Theater Club Debate Society Foreign Language Write-Handed Book Club Think Tank organizations IM Sports Athletics And more!
Great for these types of students Academics Over-Achievers Entrepreneurs Leaders Business-Minded Go-Getters Media Guru Politically Active Activists Debaters
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus Every year, as a part of New Student Orientation, the entire campus competes in a massive, house-verse-house, scavenger hunt that stretches across the entire city. We call it The Great Race. This is an amazing bonding time for you and your fellow house-mates and an event you'll always remember!
Bang for the buck As a student at The King's College you will receive a well rounded education. Not only does King's challenge you academically but also as a young professional. King's has an extraordinary Career Development office. You will find that the entire King's Community is well-connected. This means amazing internships, killer jobs, great learning opportunities, volunteer possibilities, and plenty of networking opportunities.
What to do for fun Metropolitan Museum of Art MoMA Go to the Park (Washington Square, Central, Madison Square, Tompkins) Go see a show Food--there are tons of amazing restaurants in NYC! Frisbee or Baseball Hangout with Friends Get Ice Cream/Sweets Watch a Movie Walk around and explore the city
Food and Dining King's doesn't have any official dining hall or cafeteria. There are a number of snack vendors and small cafe's nearby. This allows each student to grocery shop within their budget and their own liking. I've found that you end up saving money this way rather than having a meal plan. Plus you can eat what you want.
Dorm Life King's is arranged in the House System similar to Oxford. Rather than living on a dorm hall, you are placed in a fraternity of sorts. In addition, King's doesn't house students in dorms. The King's College sublets several different apartments in various parts of NYC.
Tips for prospective students Incoming or Prospective Students: - Be prepared to say no. There are many great clubs and organizations you can join, but you have to know how to say no or you'll be overcommitted. - Don't assume anything. College is the time to learn and gain valuable experience. Don't assume you already know something. - Time management is essential to success. - Don't overpack. Bring only the things that you absolutely need, then have your family mail things to you if you realize you need it or have room for it. - Studying is important. Good grades don't come easy. It takes studying and working hard in and out of class. - Community: be sure to invest in your House at King's. These relationships are going to last long after you graduate. - Enjoy college! School is sometimes difficult and a drag, but don't forget to enjoy being at college!
In three sentences The King's College creates men and women of character and integrity that are fully prepared to defend their beliefs in the marketplace. King's is a school for the go-getter, the leader, the doer, the visionary, and the entrepreneur. The King's College will fully prepare any student for adult life and their professional career.
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Nerd
02/28/2012Reviewer is A past student here.
2 of 4
Categories Comments Campus Safety the dorm buildings all have high security/ in safe neighborhoods. classes are in touristy safe area.
Greek Life none. just the house system.
Clubs and Activities mostly integrated with the house.
Great for these types of students students looking for a school to be a part of not to just attend and wanting their degree to represent a time where they grew and were challenged.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus currently located in the empire state building. house system and the house competitions are unique.
What to do for fun a lot of school events. new york nightlife. movies. museums. walking tours. parks.
Food and Dining there isn't a cafeteria/ dining hall. the city of new york is your dining hall.
Dorm Life buildings are spread throughout manhattan and there is currently one leased in brooklyn heights ( beautiful neighborhood). boys and girls are mostly kept separate.
Academic Rigor classes are challenging and the professors expect you to keep up with the material. the challenge is mostly due to amount of reading. great class discussions. professors actually know what they are talking about.
Tips for prospective students make sure you visit the school and understand how the school's mission plays out in the classroom.
In three sentences the professors are respectable intellectuals in their respective fields leading to great class curriculum and discussions. class sizes are typically small. school is a supportive community in manhattan.
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Student
04/18/2012Reviewer is A current student here.
3 of 4
Categories Comments Greek Life King's has a House System, sort of like the Ivy League Hall system. Each student is placed into a House upon coming to King's. There are boy's houses and girl's houses, no co-ed ones. There is a House Competition that lasts all year and has lots of different components to compete in. Houses arrange activities with other Houses as well.
Clubs and Activities The King's Debate Society was started by students four years ago, and is now one of the top-ranked British Parliamentary style debate teams in the country. Mock Trial was started by students last year, and was invited to the National's this year. Students start the clubs and teams at King's, if you want something, get some students together and start it.
Great for these types of students Interested in Politics, Philosophy, & Economics, Media, Culture, & the Arts, Business, Theology, and Great Books.
What to do for fun It's New York City, there's never a shortage of things to do. The MOMA is free on Friday afternoons, the MET is pay what you want, and has free student events every semester or so, student rush tickets get you into top plays for $20 or so, and there are tons of other free/cheap concerts, events, plays, and whatever else you can think of.
Food and Dining Currently, there is no meal plan or dining hall. Instead, students take advantage of all the restaurants and grocery stores in New York City. The apartments are equipped with full kitchens, so students can make their own meals.
Dorm Life Currently, housing is in four different locations throughout the city: two apartment buildings in Midtown, one in Brooklyn, and a building on the Lower East Side.
Academic Rigor If I could give 4 1/2 stars, I would. The school does fantastic with most classes that relate to the core curriculum of the three majors, but when they try to get into math and science, the class quality drops a bit. I transferred from a highly intensive math and science program, so I have not had to take the classes personally, but I did tutor students in those classes, and the teaching style was not geared for students who don't have a natural bent towards math and science.
Tips for prospective students Definitely visit the school if you're really interested, and make sure you talk to other students, not just the admissions staff.
In three sentences Not for everyone. Only three majors, Politics, Philosophy, & Economics, Business Management, and Media, Culture, and the Arts. Great school for those who like to think, like to write, and like to be challenged.
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Laura from Glen Allen, VA
08/10/2012Reviewer is Accepted here and planning to attend soon. Reviewer has been to campus.
4 of 4
Categories Comments What to do for fun Explore the city! Walk everywhere!
Food and Dining There are no traditional college-style dining facilities, so plan food budgets and meals accordingly!
Dorm Life We get to live in apartments in Manhattan!
Tips for prospective students Learn the subway system faster by using StopHop to map your routes. Plan extra time for travel throughout the city especially if using the subway or taking a taxi!
In three sentences I am so excited to attend The King's College! I look forward to studying business management and political science in the classes at Kings and utilizing the plethora of resources available in New York City! I am grateful to TKC for giving me this opportunity!
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