Chances of getting into Friends University
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance Rate
| Measure | Difficulty | |
|---|---|---|
| Admission Standards | Easy | |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
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How hard is it to get into Friends University and can I get accepted? The school has a 46% acceptance rate ranking it #4 in Kansas for lowest rate of acceptance. Last year, 580 out of 1,266 applicants were admitted making Friends University a more competitive school to get into with a good chance of acceptance for qualifying applicants. Academically, it has easy requirements for admission test scores, generally admitting students who score in the top 62 percent. Friends University typically accepts and attracts "B" average high school students. Only 31% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school. Most incoming freshmen graduated in the top half of their high school class.
Test Requirements
You must submit admission test scores with your application. Friends University is not a test optional school. Note: Please consult the school directly to determine if testing requirements are temporarily suspended due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Friends University SAT Scores
SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score
SAT Range
Applicants Submitting SAT
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 25th | 490 |
| SAT Math 25th | 460 |
| SAT Composite 25th | 950 |
| SAT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| SAT Reading 75th | 570 |
| SAT Math 75th | 580 |
| SAT Composite 75th | 1150 |
| Average SAT Score | 1050 |
SAT Scores you need to get in
What are the SAT requirements for students to be admitted to Friends University?
Friends University typically prefers applicants to be in the top 69 percent of SAT test takers. The school consistently takes SAT composite scores down to 950 on a 1600 scale, below which admission should be considered a reach. We estimate some students could be accepted with SAT's as low as 850. The estimated average SAT composite for admitted freshman is 1050 out of 1600. The school ranks #5 in Kansas for highest average SAT composite score. 9 percent of applicants submit SAT scores to the school.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2019 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
| SAT Score (1600 scale) | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 1150 and Above | Good | >59% |
| 1050 to 1150 | Avg + | 46%-59% |
| 950 to 1050 | Avg - | 33%-46% |
| 850 to 950 | Reach | 23%-33% |
| Less than 850 | Low | <23% |
Friends University ACT Scores
ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score
ACT Range
Applicants Submitting ACT
| ACT Test | 25th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 25th | 18 |
| ACT Math 25th | 18 |
| ACT Composite 25th | 19 |
| ACT Test | 75th Percentile Score |
|---|---|
| ACT Reading 75th | 25 |
| ACT Math 75th | 24 |
| ACT Composite 75th | 25 |
| Average ACT Score | 22 |
ACT Scores needed to get accepted
What are the ACT requirements for prospective students to get into Friends University?
Admission data indicates that Friends University regularly accepts students with ACT's of 19 and above. Successful applicants typically send ACT scores in the top 56 percent nationally. We estimate the school accepting minimum ACT composite scores around 16 in some instances. Prospective students submitting an ACT composite of 22 or higher should be in the upper half of applicants - and students with a 25 and above have very competitive chances. The school ranks #6 in Kansas for highest average ACT composite score. Scoring well on the ACT is very important as 97 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Friends University.
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2019 starting classEstimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score
| ACT Score | Competitiveness | Admission Chances |
|---|---|---|
| 25 and Above | Good | >59% |
| 22 to 25 | Avg + | 46%-59% |
| 19 to 22 | Avg - | 33%-46% |
| 16 to 19 | Reach | 23%-33% |
| Less than 16 | Low | <23% |
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Friends University GPA
Estimated GPA Requirements & Average GPA
Avg. High School GPA
Typical High School Grades
What GPA do you need to get into Friends University?
Applicants require above average high school grades to get into Friends University. The average high school GPA of the admitted freshman class at Friends University was 3.29 on the 4.0 scale indicating that primarily B students are accepted and ultimately attend. The school ranks #14 in Kansas for highest average GPA. Even with a competitive GPA, admission to Friends University will be challenging as the school denies more applicants than it admits.
| High School GPA | Freshmen Within Range | Competitiveness |
|---|---|---|
| 3.75+ | 24% | Good |
| 3.50 to 3.75 | 17% | Good |
| 3.25 to 3.50 | 18% | Avg + |
| 3.00 to 3.25 | 15% | Avg - |
| 2.75 to 3.00 | 18% | Avg - |
| 2.50 to 2.75 | 8% | Reach |
| 2.25 to 2.50 | N/A% | Low |
| 2.00 to 2.25 | N/A% | Low |
GPA Data Source, Wintergreen Orchard House
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High School Class Rank
65% of Friends University freshman were in the top half of their high school graduating class.
| High School Class Rank | Freshmen Within Range |
|---|---|
| Top 10% of class | 11% |
| Top 25% of class | 31% |
| Top 50% of class | 65% |
| Bottom 50% of class | 35% |
| Bottom 25% of class | 14% |
Applying
Admission Statistics
| Women | Men | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Applied | 500 | 766 | 1,266 |
| Accepted | 231 | 349 | 580 |
| Acceptance Rate | 46% | 46% | 46% |
| Enrolled | 90 | 87 | 177 |
| Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) | 39% | 25% | 31% |
Fall 2021 Application Deadline
Applications are Due
Days left to Apply
Applicants have 106 days left until the Fall 2021 term applications are due on Aug 24, 2021.
Application Fee
The cost for prospective students to apply to Friends University is $0.
Admission Requirements
What are the requirements for admission to Friends University and what student information is used for admission decisions?
| Test Scores | Required |
| High School GPA | Required |
| High School Class Rank | Neither required nor recommended |
| Completion of College Preparatory Program | Recommended |
| Recommendations | Neither required nor recommended |
| Demonstration of Competencies | Neither required nor recommended |
Credits Accepted
| AP Credit | Yes |
| Dual Credit | Yes |
| Credit for Life Experiences | Yes |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=155089 IPEDS survey data for Friends University.
FAQs
Does Friends University prefer SAT or ACT?
9% of students submit their SAT scores to Friends University. 97% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.
What is my chance of getting into Friends University?
46% of those who apply are granted admission to Friends University. Admission competition is low and the college has easy admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.
What SAT score is required for Friends University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 950 and 1150. 9% of students submit SAT scores when applying. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.
What ACT score is required for Friends University?
The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 19 and 25. 97% of students submit ACT scores when applying. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.