Friends University
Friends University is located on a compact urban campus in Wichita, Kansas. Rooted in the Quaker tradition, the university fosters a Christian atmosphere. A unique landmark is the original Garfield University building, which now serves as the main campus structure. The university maintains an independent relationship with the evangelical branch of the Society of Friends.
Financial Aid
The sticker price is rarely what families actually pay. Friends University's grant and scholarship aid lowers the net price for most income brackets. 34% of students receive Pell Grants; 50% take federal loans.
Average net price across income brackets is $24,084, roughly 26% lower than the published tuition.
Net Price by Family Income
Academic Year 2025| Income Bracket | Avg Net Price | 4-Year Net Cost |
|---|---|---|
| $0 – $30K | $17,538 | $70,152 |
| $30K – $48K | $18,122 | $72,488 |
| $48K – $75K | $23,404 | $93,616 |
| $75K – $110K | $27,432 | $109,728 |
| $110K+ | $33,926 | $135,704 |
| Sticker price (no aid) | $32,748 | $130,992 |
Programs at Friends University
9 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.
| Degree Program | DW Score | 1-yr Earnings | AI Risk | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Accounting
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65
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$54,393/yr | Very High | 4.3x |
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Business Administration
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60
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$54,090/yr | High | 3.7x |
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Teacher Education
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54
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$46,313/yr | High | 2.5x |
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Human Resources
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49
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$54,539/yr | High | 3.1x |
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Criminal Justice
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42
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$34,522/yr | Moderate | 1.6x |
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Liberal Arts & Humanities
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31
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$41,734/yr | Low | 2.2x |
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Psychology
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31
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$32,760/yr | High | 1.5x |
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Health & Physical Education
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25
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$24,870/yr | Moderate | 0.9x |
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Zoology
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16
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$24,692/yr | High | 0.9x |
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