Academics
King’s College today announced that incoming first-year students Monica Stratton of Reading, Pa., and Preston Zadzura of Hanover Twp., Pa., were named Presidential Scholars and will receive full tuition awards in recognition of their exemplary leadership, scholastic achievement, and extracurricular activities.
Both students will attend the College starting in the Fall 2026 semester. Stratton, a soon-to-be graduate of Exeter Township High School, plans to start in the College’s physician assistant program. Her extracurricular activities include her youth group and the tennis team.
“This opportunity is a gift I never dreamed of receiving. Throughout the entire process, the people at King's College have been nothing but generous, friendly, thoughtful, and encouraging. I’m so grateful for the chance this has afforded myself and my family. I cannot wait to attend in the fall, and I hope to return all the kindness King's has shown me!” said Stratton.
Zadzura plans to start the College’s biochemistry and molecular biology major after graduating from Hanover Area High School. In addition to being part of the youth ministry and student council, he is also on his cross country, track and field, and swim teams.
“I am very honored to be able to receive this scholarship, as it is a testament to all of the hard work and dedication I have put in and out of the classroom. I am so incredibly excited to attend King’s and be able to get involved, meet new people, and create great experiences,” said Zadzura.
The Presidential Scholarship is awarded to select individuals who meet certain GPA, SAT, ACT, and extracurricular requirements and complete a thorough interview process. This year’s applicants represent 91 high schools from 13 states and had an average GPA of 3.96. These students represent the top four percent of the applicant pool.
