Wichita, KS— There is much to celebrate with the new year, as Friends University was named the 2026 Best Christian College in Kansas by Niche.com. This ranking is based on a rigorous analysis of academic, admissions, financial and student life data from the U.S. Department of Education, as well as millions of reviews from students and alumni.
Part of Friends University’s mission is to enable students to live a life of hope as a friend of Jesus. Our campus ministries provide opportunities for spiritual growth and leadership across campus, from weekly chapel services to small groups, retreats and volunteer events.
As a market leader in connecting colleges and schools with students and their families, Niche.com provides in-depth profiles on everyday education systems in America, with over 140 million reviews and ratings backed by search and data tools.
Also ranked as one of the top 20 Christian Colleges by Business View Magazine and known as the Preferred Christian University in the Region, Friends University is leading a college experience rooted in Christian traditions and faith.
Recently, Niche.com has also ranked Friends University as the Best Value College in Kansas, sharing Friends University’s commitment to providing 100% of the traditional student body with scholarships.
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Friends University, a Christian University of Quaker heritage, equips students to honor God and serve others by integrating their intellectual, spiritual, and professional lives. Friends University offers 60+ undergraduate degree options along with adult online, graduate, and doctoral degrees. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. For more information, visit our site at https://www.friends.edu/