Friends Theological College

Friends Theological College (FTC) is dedicated to the training of Friends pastors, as well as to the academic progress, personal development, and spiritual growth of the students whom God is calling to other ministries.

Founded as Friends Bible Institute in 1942, College trains both men and women to pastor and to lead. The College’s principal, Robert J. Wafula, serves at the center of this vibrant,exciting community of learners. Together, the FTC community seeks to integrate faith, scripture, and theology in training the present and future leaders of Quaker churches in East Africa; and to foster in individual hearts and lives the process of maturing in Christ.

The College offers academic programs a three levels: a one-year Certificate; a three-year Diploma (the equivalent of an U.S. associate’s degree); and a four-year, post-Diploma Degree (the equivalent of a U.S. bachelor’s degree). In 2018, Friends Theological College was fully accredited by ACTEA (Association for Christian Theological Education in Africa).