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Franklin College

Franklin College of Indiana

Franklin, Indiana 46131-2623

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Close-knit campus

Franklin College is a private institution in Franklin with particular strength in business and biology. With an average SAT of 1119, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 872 undergraduates with a 12:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

63% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $55,376 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,762.

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71%Acceptance
1119SAT Avg
872Students
12:1Student:Faculty
63%Grad Rate
$55,376Earnings 10yr
$22,762Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Franklin College Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate70.6%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1119

Reading & WritingMid: 535
500600
MathMid: 535
520600

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
2127

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

70.6%

Trend

SAT Avg

1119

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$37,350
Room & Board$11,290
Books & Supplies$1,300
Total Cost of Attendance$50,708
Average Net Price$22,762
Median Debt at Graduation$27,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$286

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$19,031
$30–48K$18,645
$48–75K$18,436
$75–110K$25,471
$110K+$28,694

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

38.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$18,998

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

5

Peer Average

3

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (43)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

71%

Negative
  • •71% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
872
Gender Split
47% / 53%
Women / Men
First Generation
29%
Pell Grant Recipients
39%

Race & Ethnicity

White 80%
Black 7%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 1%
Two+ 4%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate63.4%
Freshman Retention71.0%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,635
10 Years$55,376

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

IND Indianapolis21 mi
CVG Cincinnati80 mi
CMH Columbus171 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA806 mi · ~23h 17m drive
New York, NY642 mi · ~18h 33m drive
Hartford, CT718 mi · ~20h 45m drive
Providence, RI783 mi · ~22h 37m drive
Albany, NY676 mi · ~19h 32m drive
Syracuse, NY570 mi · ~16h 28m drive
Rochester, NY506 mi · ~14h 37m drive
Buffalo, NY441 mi · ~12h 44m drive
Philadelphia, PA579 mi · ~16h 44m drive
Pittsburgh, PA327 mi · ~9h 27m drive
Harrisburg, PA489 mi · ~14h 8m drive
Newark, NJ633 mi · ~18h 17m drive
Washington, DC484 mi · ~13h 59m drive
Baltimore, MD504 mi · ~14h 34m drive
Atlanta, GA406 mi · ~11h 44m drive
Charlotte, NC410 mi · ~11h 51m drive
Raleigh, NC479 mi · ~13h 50m drive
Miami, FL1007 mi · ~29h 5m drive
Orlando, FL801 mi · ~23h 8m drive
Tampa, FL823 mi · ~23h 47m drive
Nashville, TN233 mi · ~6h 44m drive
New Orleans, LA697 mi · ~20h 8m drive
Richmond, VA484 mi · ~13h 59m drive
Chicago, IL185 mi · ~5h 21m drive
Detroit, MI252 mi · ~7h 17m drive
Minneapolis, MN529 mi · ~15h 17m drive
St. Louis, MO230 mi · ~6h 39m drive
Kansas City, MO457 mi · ~13h 12m drive
Indianapolis, IN21 mi · ~36 min drive
Columbus, OH165 mi · ~4h 46m drive
Cleveland, OH268 mi · ~7h 45m drive
Milwaukee, WI264 mi · ~7h 38m drive
Dallas, TX757 mi · ~21h 52m drive
Houston, TX854 mi · ~24h 40m drive
Austin, TX917 mi · ~26h 29m drive
San Antonio, TX991 mi · ~28h 38m drive
Los Angeles, CA1811 mi · ~52h 19m drive
San Francisco, CA1954 mi · ~56h 27m drive
San Diego, CA1789 mi · ~51h 41m drive
Seattle, WA1883 mi · ~54h 24m drive
Portland, OR1895 mi · ~54h 45m drive
Denver, CO1007 mi · ~29h 5m drive
Phoenix, AZ1499 mi · ~43h 18m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1363 mi · ~39h 23m drive
Honolulu, HI4346 mi · ~125h 33m drive
Mid-Atlantic / Central (moderate winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Indianapolis (IND)21 miles
Rental car
32 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
42 min$25-42
Cincinnati (CVG)80 miles
Rental car
120 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
160 min$96-160

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