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      Friends University Reviews

      3.9

      65% would recommend to a friend

      (39 total reviews)
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      Amy Bragg Carey

      59% approve of CEO

      40% positive business outlook

      Ratings by category

      4.0

      Culture and values

      3.8

      Work/Life balance

      3.3

      Diversity and inclusion

      3.3

      Senior management

      2.9

      Compensation and benefits

      2.8

      Career opportunities

      Friends University has an employee rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars, based on 39 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The Friends University employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Education industry (3.7 stars).

      Reviews by job title

      39 reviews
      3.0
      25 Sept 2015

      Adjunct Professor

      Adjunct professor
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Knowledgeable staff Flexible schedule Core Christian values

      Cons

      Not well organized Poor IT support for night classes

      3.0
      9 Mar 2026

      Student Affairs

      Anonymous employee
      Recommend
      CEO approval
      Business outlook

      Pros

      Friends has a strong sense of community, and the relationships you build with students are easily the most rewarding part of the job. Because the school is smaller, you really get to know students personally and have opportunities to mentor them in meaningful ways. The mission and faith-based environment can also be very fulfilling for staff who value working in a Christian institution. Employees often get the chance to take on a variety of responsibilities and develop skills across multiple areas. For early-career professionals, this can be a good place to gain experience quickly and build relationships with colleagues across campus.

      Cons

      Like many small private universities, resources and staffing are limited, which often means employees take on significantly more responsibilities than their job description suggests. It’s common for staff to wear multiple hats and operate in a constant “do more with less” environment. Compensation does not always reflect the workload or expectations, and upward mobility can be difficult unless someone leaves their position. Work-life balance can also be challenging, especially for departments like Student Life or Residence Life where evenings and weekends are common. There can also be inconsistency in communication and decision-making at times, which can make it difficult for staff to plan or feel supported in their roles.

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