Franklin University

Franklin University is a private university located in downtown Columbus, Ohio. It was established in 1902 by the YMCA as the School of Commerce. The university offers programs at three suburban campuses in Dublin, Delaware and Westerville, Ohio as well. Franklin offers more than 15 undergraduate majors and three graduate programs in diverse areas of study. It enrolls more than 10,000 students annually.

Franklin’s student body is diverse, enrolling more than 600 international students representing over 60 countries across the globe. The campus is home to several clubs and organizations, including special organizations to assist the foreign students enrolled at the university.

Highlights

Where the school stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in business and management and computer science and engineering.
• Large number of students.
• Many mature (40+ year old) students.
• High faculty salary.
• Large number of programs of study offered.

Other important characteristics:

• Open admission; accepts all qualified candidates
• Library on-campus
• Distance learning available
• Weekend study option
• Part-time classes available
• ROTC

Degrees Awarded (in 2008-2009)

Students

Student enrollment was 7,559 in 2007-2008 (6,073 full-time equivalent).

Undergrads are 87% of enrolled students and graduate students are 13%.

Students living in the US make up 100% of incoming freshmen.

Tuition and Other Costs (2008-2009)

Financial Aid: Franklin participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2008-2009):

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.