Many students qualify for scholarships, which can help offset the cost of a college education. Scholarships are awards given to students based on academic achievement, athletic endeavors, economic status, outside interests, hometown, genealogy, social background or other criteria. Scholarships do not have to be paid back.

Friends University offers a variety of institutional scholarships, for which all students are encouraged to apply. Additionally, many students have success when they search for external scholarships through philanthropic, government or other organizations.