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Franklin University

Columbus, Ohio 43215-5399

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Known for business

Franklin University is a private institution in Columbus with particular strength in business and health sciences.

A mid-sized campus of 5.1K undergraduates with a 16:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.

30% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,892 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $22,605.

Established
1902
Type
Private university

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—SAT Avg
5,111Students
16:1Student:Faculty
30%Grad Rate
$51,892Earnings 10yr
$22,605Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Franklin University 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.

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Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$9,577
Books & Supplies$576
Total Cost of Attendance$29,433
Average Net Price$22,605
Median Debt at Graduation$20,836
Monthly Payment (10yr)$221

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$23,466
$30–48K$21,170
$48–75K$22,204

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

60.7%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$14,238

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

38

Peer Average

37

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones

Incident Breakdown (2024)

10

Burglary

2

Aggravated Assault

1

Robbery

3

Motor Vehicle Theft

4

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

10

Drug Arrests

8

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (76)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

47%

Negative
  • •47% 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
5,111
Gender Split
60% / 40%
Women / Men
First Generation
50%
Pell Grant Recipients
33%

Race & Ethnicity

White 55%
Black 19%
Hispanic 8%
Asian 2%
Two+ 4%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate30.3%
Freshman Retention47.4%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$49,189
10 Years$51,892

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

More About This School

History & Fun Facts

  • •It was founded in 1902 at the Columbus Downtown YMCA, under its sponsorship as the YMCA School of Commerce.
  • •It changed its name to Franklin University in 1933, and amicably discontinued its formal affiliation with the YMCA in 1964.
  • •In 1976, Franklin University earned regional accreditation from the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.
  • •In 1993, Franklin offered its first graduate program, the Master of Business Administration (MBA).

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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

CMH Columbus6 mi
CVG Cincinnati109 mi
CLE Cleveland116 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA642 mi · ~18h 33m drive
New York, NY476 mi · ~13h 45m drive
Hartford, CT553 mi · ~15h 59m drive
Providence, RI618 mi · ~17h 51m drive
Albany, NY514 mi · ~14h 51m drive
Syracuse, NY413 mi · ~11h 56m drive
Rochester, NY355 mi · ~10h 15m drive
Buffalo, NY294 mi · ~8h 30m drive
Philadelphia, PA414 mi · ~11h 58m drive
Pittsburgh, PA161 mi · ~4h 39m drive
Harrisburg, PA323 mi · ~9h 20m drive
Newark, NJ467 mi · ~13h 29m drive
Washington, DC326 mi · ~9h 25m drive
Baltimore, MD342 mi · ~9h 53m drive
Atlanta, GA436 mi · ~12h 36m drive
Charlotte, NC347 mi · ~10h 1m drive
Raleigh, NC374 mi · ~10h 48m drive
Miami, FL994 mi · ~28h 43m drive
Orlando, FL794 mi · ~22h 56m drive
Tampa, FL830 mi · ~23h 59m drive
Nashville, TN334 mi · ~9h 39m drive
New Orleans, LA799 mi · ~23h 5m drive
Richmond, VA343 mi · ~9h 55m drive
Chicago, IL276 mi · ~7h 58m drive
Detroit, MI164 mi · ~4h 44m drive
Minneapolis, MN627 mi · ~18h 7m drive
St. Louis, MO396 mi · ~11h 26m drive
Kansas City, MO620 mi · ~17h 55m drive
Indianapolis, IN169 mi · ~4h 53m drive
Columbus, OH0 mi · ~0 min drive
Cleveland, OH126 mi · ~3h 38m drive
Milwaukee, WI332 mi · ~9h 35m drive
Dallas, TX913 mi · ~26h 23m drive
Houston, TX993 mi · ~28h 41m drive
Austin, TX1067 mi · ~30h 49m drive
San Antonio, TX1140 mi · ~32h 56m drive
Los Angeles, CA1974 mi · ~57h 2m drive
San Francisco, CA2109 mi · ~60h 56m drive
San Diego, CA1954 mi · ~56h 27m drive
Seattle, WA2009 mi · ~58h 2m drive
Portland, OR2029 mi · ~58h 37m drive
Denver, CO1164 mi · ~33h 38m drive
Phoenix, AZ1664 mi · ~48h 4m drive
Salt Lake City, UT1516 mi · ~43h 48m drive
Honolulu, HI4504 mi · ~130h 7m 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

Columbus (CMH)6 miles
Rental car
9 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
12 min$7-12
Cincinnati (CVG)109 miles
Rental car
164 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
218 min$131-218

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