Friends University (Friends) is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Wichita, KS. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Friends's tuition & fees is $34,192 for the academic year 2024-2025. 66% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $20,775.
The school has a total enrollment of 1,961 and the students to faculty ratio is 12 to 1 (8.33%).
Friends's acceptance rate is 55.22% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 44.70%. The median SAT score is 1020 and the ACT score is 21.
Friends ranked 12nd in Kansas Colleges rankings. Friends University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Friends University is $34,192. For graduate programs, its 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,988.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $35,700 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,988.
| Undergraduate | $34,192 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $11,988 |
| Undergraduate | $35,700 |
|---|---|
| Graduate | $11,988 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Acceptance Rate » | 55.22% Acceptance Rate / 44.70% Yield |
|---|---|
| Test Scores » | 1,020 SAT / 21 ACT |
| Graduation Rate » | 43% |
| Transfer-out Rate | 33% |
| Retention Rate | 65%(full-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 8.33% (12 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 1,961 (1,548 undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $20,775 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Friends University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | Yes |
| Study Abroad | Yes |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | Yes |
| Placement services for completers | Yes |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 2100 W. University Ave., Wichita, KS 67213 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 316-295-5000 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Veterans Tuition | Veterans Benefit Information |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, private (not-for-profit) |
| Carnegie Category | Master's College and University (larger programs) |
| Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
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