Franklin University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Franklin University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Franklin University is a medium-sized private university located on an urban campus in Columbus, Ohio. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 5,815, and admissions are selective. The university offers 34 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 30%, and a student-faculty ratio of 16:1. Tuition and fees for students are $9,552.
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Admissions Breakdown
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scores--
High school transcript--
High school rank--
Letter of recommendation--
High school GPA--
Open admissionYes
Completion of college prep program--
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)--
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile-
SAT 25th-75th Percentile-
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
9k
Students enrolled
96%
Online student enrollment
16:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
54%
Unknown
8%
Black
20%
Hispanic
7%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
4%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
1%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
82% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
71
Total Online Enrollment
8,342
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.96% online, 4% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
0% On-campus
100% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates100% online
Associate100% online
Bachelor's100% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $9,552 | $9,552 |
| Graduate | $12,060 | $12,060 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $576 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,224 |
| On-campus other expenses | $4,578 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $16,380 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $6,300 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $6,300 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $24,930 | $24,930 |
| Off-campus without family | $32,808 | $32,808 |
| Off-campus with family | $16,428 | $16,428 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
82%
State Grant Aid
68%
Institution Grant Aid
14%
Pell Grant
82%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$43k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
No information available for this school.
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Education. | |||
| 5 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 6 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 7 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 8 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 9 | Psychology. | |||
| 10 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 11 | Social Sciences. |
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