10 Interesting Facts about Friends University
- Friends University is a private university located in Wichita, Kansas.
- The university was founded in 1898 by the Religious Society of Friends, also known as Quakers.
- Friends University offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in a variety of fields including business, education, fine arts, natural sciences, and social sciences.
- The university has a total enrollment of approximately 2,000 students.
- Friends University is known for its strong academic programs, with over 70% of its full-time faculty holding a Ph.D. or other terminal degree.
- The university has a diverse student body, with students from over 30 states and 20 countries.
- Friends University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds specialized accreditation for certain programs from organizations such as the National Association of Schools of Music and the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.
- The university is home to several student organizations, including a chapter of the national honor society Phi Beta Lambda and the International Club.
- Friends University has a strong athletic program, with 19 varsity sports teams competing in the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).
- The university is committed to community service and offers several opportunities for students to get involved, including a service-learning program and an annual service day where students and faculty participate in community projects.
Admission
Acceptance Rate
58%
| SAT Range | 960-1140 |
| ACT Range | 18-24 |
| Application Fee | $0 |
| SAT/ACT | Considered but not required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| Accepts Common App | — |
Tuition & Fee
| Costs | Semester* | Annual* |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition package plan (12-18 hours) | $16,054 | $32,108 |
| Student Health Insurance required for all athletes and performers who do not have an existing health insurance plan and are taking 6 or more credit hours. Proof of insurance required | TBD | TBD |
| Activity fee | $110 | $220 |
| Student Accident Plan | TBD | TBD |
| Technology fee | $125 | $250 |
| Total tuition and fees | $16,289* | $32,578* |
All Programs
Arts
Arts
Dance
Music Performance
Business
Accounting
Business
Finance
Human Resources
International Business
Marketing
Sport and Fitness Management
Education
Art Teacher Education
Elementary Education
English and Speech Teacher Education
Foreign Language Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Science Teacher Education
Humanities
Communications
English
History
Liberal Arts and Humanities
Music History and Literature
Non-Profit and Public Management
Philosophy
Political Science and Government
Psychology
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Science, Technology, and Math
Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
Biology
Chemistry
Computer and Information Systems Security
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Information Science
Mathematics
Zoology and Entomology
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
850 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
239
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