Bible-centered Quaker college in rural Kansas offering ministry, nursing, and professional degrees.
Barclay College emphasizes Bible-centered education across all disciplines. The college offers bachelor's degrees in theological studies, business administration, elementary education, nursing, pastoral ministry, psychology, sports management, youth ministry, and worship arts. Associate degrees and certificates are available in general studies and specialized fields. Graduate programs include master's degrees in practical theology, family ministries, pastoral ministries, Quaker studies, spiritual formation, transformational leadership, and biblical translation. The college maintains an 11:1 student-faculty ratio with hands-on internship opportunities integrated into curricula.
The 20-acre campus in Haviland features eight primary buildings including Phillips Hall (administration), Worden Memorial Library (housing the largest Friends collection among Friends schools), Jackson Hall (academics and science labs), Lewis Hall (men's residence), Lemmon's Hall (women's residence), and the Ross-Ellis Center for Arts and Ministry (2017). The Broadhurst Student Center houses dining, student lounge, bookstore, and the Bear's Den restaurant. Students participate in chapel, Christian service, dining community, and athletics including soccer, volleyball, and basketball.
Barclay College admits students based on academic record, Christian commitment, and agreement with the college's established purposes. The college offers multiple pathways including campus, online, graduate, nursing (BSN and RN-BSN), and international programs. Application checklists and financial assistance information are available for each pathway. The college welcomes students of any race, color, national, and ethnic origin.
Nursing graduates demonstrate strong employment outcomes, with 77% receiving job offers at graduation and 93% receiving offers within 4-6 months post-graduation, according to American Association of Colleges of Nursing data. The college reports $2.7M in scholarships awarded and emphasizes preparation for Christian life, service, and leadership within a supportive community.