Enhancing Employee Value Through Education
Attracting and retaining talented individuals is central to the success of any organization. According to research by the Society of Human Resource Management (SHRM) Foundation, training and development consistently rank among the top HR practices that effectively support employee acquisition and retention goals.
What Friends University Provides:
As a Friends Partner Advantage Program (FPAP) member, your employees will receive:
Financial Benefits
- 10% discount on Friends Flex undergraduate programs
- 10% discount on qualifying graduate degree programs*
- Waived application fees
- Free transcript ordering for adult undergraduate students
- Opportunity for additional discounts up to a maximum of 20% per student per program:
- Additional discount for companies providing direct billing
- 10% discount for current, retired, and honorably discharged military personnel, including Kansas Army and Air National Guard members
*The Master of Family Therapy, Doctor of Ministry, and Soul Care programs are not eligible for this discount.
Academic Support
- Individual Academic Success Coach to assist with course selection, degree planning, and financial aid navigation
- Evaluation of training, certifications, and relevant life experiences for Credit for Prior Learning opportunities
- On-site consultations to discuss programs and simplify the enrollment process
Partner Organization Commitments:
As an FPAP Member, your organization will:
- Inform employees about their benefits through the Friends Partner Advantage Program
- Distribute quarterly emails containing important dates and program updates
- When appropriate, permit on-site visits such as “lunch & learns” or information tables in convenient locations
- Display Friends University educational materials for employee reference
Benefits for Your Employees and Organization:
Through this partnership, your employees will:
- Earn relevant undergraduate or graduate degrees that advance their careers
- Benefit from time and cost savings through discounts and Credit for Prior Learning
- Develop skills that bring additional value to your company
Next Steps
If you are interested in becoming a Friends Partner Advantage Program member, please email our Adult Recruitment team at adultrecruitment@friends.edu with your name, company, and phone number.
We look forward to working with you to provide this valuable benefit to your workforce!
Friends Partner Advantage Program Members