The Franklin Experience
Affordable. Flexible. Accredited.
You want a degree to help you get ahead – but it can’t cost too much or take too long. We get it. For more than 120 years, Franklin University has been removing barriers to higher education for ambitious adults who balance earning a degree with other life commitments. At Franklin, you’ll earn a degree that’s aligned with your career ambitions, your schedule and your budget. Accredited and nonprofit, the University offers in-demand programs including bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees, certificates and microcredentials that enable learners to achieve their educational and professional goals.
Accredited Online University
Nearly 80% of our students take online courses.
Maximize Transfer Credits
More than 90% of undergraduate students transfer credit to Franklin.
In-Demand Skills
Learn from a leader in preparing working adults for career advancement.
Real-World Practitioners
Learn from faculty with in-the-field experience.
Student Focused
Students matter -- profits don't.
Introduction to Franklin
Find out why Franklin University has been a top choice for adult learners since 1902.
Fit In at College Just Fine
Instead of weekend parties, we offer college degree programs that let you work all day, study at your convenience, and still have a life, too. Here, you’ll also connect with other, like-minded working professionals and alumni to further advance your network and career. Find your fit at Franklin.
Study When & Where You Want
Find a program that meets your busy life, thanks to online programs, after-work classes, and more.
Flexible Online Programs
Our 100% online degree programs are the no-hassle way to finish earning your college degree.
No matter how busy your work or home life is or gets, Franklin’s 100% online programs are a convenient option for working adults like you who want to earn a college degree. As a leader in online learning, Franklin gives you the freedom to take classes on your terms -- just like 80% of our students. Even when you’re online, you’re never alone. With faculty and peer support, interactive assignments, and much more, Franklin’s online learning programs help you achieve your goals without disrupting your life.
Transfer Friendly
Save time and money on your degree with Franklin’s generous transfer credit policy.
The Franklin Learning Difference
Academic & Industry Experts
Credentialed professionals with real-world experience design and teach our classes.
- Benefit from the insight of industry leaders and the academic expertise of our faculty so that what you learn translates into on-the-job success.
- Learn from teaching faculty whose professional expertise helps bring academic concepts and theories to life so you can immediately apply them in your career.
- Discover the theory behind the practice as well as how to apply it in the real world from industry-experienced faculty (not graduate students or lifetime academics).
Relevant & Consistent Curriculum
Everything you learn is a result of your degree program’s content, not the class format.
- Learn in-demand and on-trend skills in every course you take.
- Root yourself in foundational concepts while also staying ahead of the curve with degree programs that combine core learning with cutting-edge assignments.
- Earn the same high-quality degree whether you study online, on-site or both.
Hands-On Learning Experience
Learn theories and concepts, as well as how they apply to practical situations.
- Participate in relevant and engaging learning simulations, case studies, interactive videos and group exercises.
- Learn from an intuitively designed and logically taught curriculum so you’re more successful in the classroom -- and beyond.
Continuously Evolving Programs
Stay at the forefront of industry trends through consistent program reviews and updates.
- Learn from relevant, regularly updated programs, as a result of continuous student feedback and ongoing faculty reviews.
- Keep up with new trends, thanks to a structured review process that helps identify industry gaps and guide curriculum enhancements.
- Benefit from improved student learning and teaching methods, informed by hard-data assessments.