Friends University
About Friends University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Friends University is a private university in Wichita, KS. It has a 63.3% acceptance rate and a 45.4% graduation rate, serving approximately 993 students.
Founded
1898
Location
Wichita, Kansas
Students
1,461
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
55.2%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
43.4%
Below national average
Tuition
$34,192
Per year
Avg Net Price
$27,715
After financial aid
SAT Average
1080
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$52,113
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
55.2 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Friends University accepts 55.2% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1080/ 1600
ACT Scores
21/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
43.4% complete their degree within six years
Retention
65.5%
4-Year Grad
29%
6-Year Grad
40%
Teaching Quality
12:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
31.4%
$/Student
$5.0K
Class Size
Medium
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 65.5% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$34,192
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,295
Books & Supplies
$1,500
Total Cost of Attendance
$50,482
After Financial Aid
$27,715
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$21,714
Receive Grants
30.2%
Take Loans
57.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $50,482/yr, including $11,295 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $27,715.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Friends University fund their education.
While in School
30.2%
Get Grants
Free money
57.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$45,678
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$25,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$265/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $25,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $52K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Friends University.
Gender
49.8%
Female
50%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,048
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
413
Graduates
35.8%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
9.5%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (50% women, 50% men). 35.8% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.1% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
City: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,048
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Friends University fields 11 varsity teams with 711 student athletes, about 68% of the student body.
Division
NAIA
Division I
Conference
Kansas
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
711
68% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
426
Men
285
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Friends Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$52,113
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$54K
44 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$42K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$33K
22 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$25K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$54K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Zoology/Animal Biology
$25K
15 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $43K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.