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Friends University

Wichita, Kansas · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$42,960

Acceptance Rate

56%

Graduation Rate

54%

Annual Tuition

$32,748

Quick answer

What is the acceptance rate at Friends University? 55.6% of applicants are admitted, according to U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard data (2024-25 College Scorecard release) on CollegeFactbook.com. Graduates of Friends University earn a median of $52,113 ten years after entry — 4% below the national median. Average SAT score 1080, in-state tuition $32,748.

At a Glance

Total Students

1,015

Retention Rate

70%

Faculty Ratio

14

Financial Aid

50%

Median Debt

$25,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Admissions: SAT & ACT Scores

Average SAT Score

1,080

SAT Reading/Writing (middle 50%)

500–530

SAT Math (middle 50%)

460–560

ACT Composite (middle 50%)

15–28

Institution Overview

Friends University is a private, non-profit institution in Wichita with 1,015 students. The university has a moderately selective admissions process, accepting 55.6% of applicants. The graduation rate is 53.7%, and the retention rate is 69.6%. The in-state tuition is $32,748, and 50% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Friends University report earnings of $43,917 one year after graduation. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $42,960, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $52,113. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$44k

1 YEAR

$43k

5 YEARS

$52k

10 YEARS

Top 60% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Friends University alumni earn a median of $43,917. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $42,960. Ten years after graduation, median earnings rise to $52,113. The median debt for graduates is $25,000.

Friends University has a 55.6% acceptance rate and a 53.7% graduation rate. The retention rate is 69.6%. The in-state tuition is $32,748. Fifty percent of students receive financial aid.

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Campus Location

Wichita, Kansas

Wichita, KS 67213

Friends University is located in Wichita, Kansas. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Friends University has an acceptance rate of 55.6%.