Christian university of Quaker heritage in Wichita, Kansas, offering 60+ undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Friends University grants degrees through three main divisions: CBASE (College of Business, Arts, Sciences and Education) for undergraduates, FLEX for adult online bachelor's programs, and GRAD for master's degrees and a Doctor of Ministry. The university offers 60+ degree programs across disciplines including Business, Education, Fine Arts, Natural Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics, Religion and Humanities, and Social and Behavioral Sciences. Notable offerings include a Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security and Zoo Science, both rarely offered elsewhere, plus an ABET-accredited Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering.
The 54.5-acre urban campus is located in downtown Wichita, providing proximity to industry and career-readiness opportunities. The university emphasizes high-impact practices including undergraduate research, service learning, internships, study abroad, and capstone courses. Students benefit from facilities including a library, residence halls, dining services, and access to community resources like the Sedgwick County Zoo and Bloomberg terminals for student-led investing.
Friends athletic teams, the Falcons, compete in 23 intercollegiate varsity sports as a member of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) and the Kansas Collegiate Athletic Conference (KCAC) since 1953–54. Men's sports include baseball, basketball, cross country, football, golf, powerlifting, soccer, tennis, track and field, and wrestling. Women's sports include basketball, cross country, competitive cheerleading, dance, golf, powerlifting, soccer, softball, tennis, track and field, volleyball, and wrestling.
Friends University welcomes traditional undergraduates, graduate students, adult learners, and international students. All traditional undergraduate students receive scholarships. The university offers early college credits and multiple pathways to admission. Admissions counselors guide students through the application process, and campus visits (physical and virtual) are available.