Franklin University
Overview
With four campuses in Ohio and many online opportunities, Franklin University serves over 10,000 students, domestic and international, each year and specializes in educating professionals who already have some work experience; however, students range from new high school graduates to retired senior adults. The Franklin education is as unique as the individual and can be tailored to meet any need whether that is just a few courses to improve existing skills or pursuing a degree to develop an entirely new skill set. The four cornerstones of Franklin’s educational philosophy are ensuring academic quality, providing access to educational opportunities, adapting to the needs of students, and responding to changes in society, professions, and the business community.
History
Franklin began in 1902 as the School of Commerce in Columbus, Ohio. Sponsored by YMCA, the institution was dedicated to the education of nontraditional students and grew from only offering bookkeeping studies to offering a two-year college course in accounting by 1913. Seven years later the University was given degree-granting authority by Ohio and offered four-year evening programs in several concentrations that led to a Bachelor of Commercial Science. In 1933, the School of Commerce changed its name to Franklin University in honor of Benjamin Franklin, and it continued to operate for the next thirty years as part of YMCA until it became incorporated as a not-for-profit, independent educational institution in 1964. Franklin has flourished through the years and operates an institution whose course offerings are driven by the students’ needs, not by a desire for financial gain. In 2001, Franklin developed the following Guiding Principles as the foundation of its decision-making process: Working for Students; Ensuring a Quality Academic Product; Serving Our Markets; Building Strategic Relationships; Supporting, Encouraging, Developing and Recognizing Our People; Running Like a Business; and Leading in Education.
Academics
Franklin University offers undergraduate majors in Accounting, Applied Management, Business Administration, Business Forensics, Computer Science, eMarketing, Financial Management, Forensic Accounting, Healthcare Information Systems Management, Healthcare Management, Human Resources Management, Information Technology, Management, Management Information Sciences, Marketing, Organizational Communication, Organizational Leadership, Public Safety Management, and Web Development.
Graduate programs include Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Computer Science, and Master of Science in Marketing & Communication.
Whether a student is interested in an associate’s degree or bachelor’s degree, a subsequent bachelor’s or a joint program of study, Franklin has many areas of opportunity.
Online Learning
Franklin University recognizes the importance of flexibility for today’s adults. The University’s Virtual Campus provides numerous undergraduate options as well as an MBA program. Although online course students are independent learners, Franklin’s faculty work to make sure these students have all the support they need through chat room discussions, e-mail, bulletin board posts, teleconference calls, and interaction with teams.
Military Partnership
Franklin University has a unique partnership with the U.S. Army National Guard as one of the first institutions to be approved to provide online distance learning to U.S. soldiers. Franklin offers several undergraduate and graduate degree opportunities. Check out Franklin’s GoArmyEd initiative for more information on this program.
Accreditation
Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
Financial Aid
Franklin is committed to helping students meet their educational expenses by exhausting all federal, state, local, and institutional resources with the least amount of debt incurred to the student. Franklin’s financial aid office offers step-by-step guidance in applying for aid and offers informational articles on their Web site regarding forms and deadlines, scholarship programs, and payment options, just to name a few.
Tuition and Fees
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Tuition and Fees
If you would like to learn more about tuition and fees, please fill out the following form and you will be provided with detailed information about the costs and fees associated with attending Franklin University.
