Friends University Cost & Financial Aid Information

$23,720
Average Net Price
77%
Receive Aid
47%
Pell Recipients
Affordable
Affordability

Average Net Price

The average net price at Friends University is $23,720 per year after grants and scholarships are applied.

Overall Average Net Price

$23,720

Average amount students pay per year after financial aid

Net Price by Family Income

$0-30,000$18,845
$30,001-48,000$18,150
$48,001-75,000$21,132
$75,001-110,000$23,950
$110,000+$26,008

Financial Aid

Friends University demonstrates strong commitment to educational accessibility, with 77% of undergraduate students receiving financial aid and 47% benefiting from federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need.

Students Receiving Aid

77%

Of undergraduate students receive some form of financial assistance

Pell Grant Recipients

47%

Of students receive federal Pell grants for demonstrated financial need

Grants & Scholarships

Gift aid that doesn't need to be repaid

Work-Study Programs

Part-time employment opportunities on campus

Student Loans

Federal and private loan options available

Combined Sticker Price (Undergraduate)

The sticker price represents the total cost before any financial aid is applied. In-state students can expect a sticker price of $32,748 annually for tuition and fees, while out-of-state students pay $32,748. Additional costs for room, board, books, and personal expenses will vary based on your living arrangements and lifestyle choices. Commuting students pay approximately $35,148, which is 24% cheaper than on-campus living.

Tuition & Fees Comparison

Annual Tuition & Fees

In-State: $32,748

Out-of-State: $32,748

In-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$32,748
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$47,948

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$32,748
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$47,448

Out-of-State Students

On Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$32,748
Room & Board$12,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$47,948

Off Campus Living

Tuition & Fees$32,748
Room & Board$10,000
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$2,000
Personal Expenses$2,000

Total Estimated Cost$47,948

Commuting Students

Students living at home and commuting to campus can significantly reduce their costs.

In-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$32,748
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,000
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$36,448

Out-of-State Commuter

Tuition & Fees$32,748
Books & Supplies$1,200
Transportation$1,500
Personal Expenses$1,500

Total$36,948

Cost Analysis

Analyze how FRIENDS's costs have changed over time.Over the past year, Friends University has increased costs by $1,073, representing a 4.7% increase in average net price.

Cost Trends

Previous Year

$22,647

Current Year

$23,720

Change

+$1,073

Affordability & Value

Friends University is committed to providing accessible, high-quality education with strong return on investment.

Affordability Rating

Affordable

Based on average net price compared to national averages

Investment Value

Students receiving aid77%
Pell grant recipients47%
Student-faculty ratio12:1