History
What began as a promise more than 120 years ago has become Franklin University’s single-minded mission: to make a college education possible for everyone. Today, we’re still giving hope to graduating high school seniors, working adults, military service members and international students from around the world.
Education
Franklin offers associate, bachelor's, master's, doctoral and certificate programs in high demand subject areas in business, healthcare, education and technology
Career
Franklin’s Center for Career Development offers a wide array of services to meet the diverse needs of our students and alumni in today’s changing workforce. Our goal is to help develop lifelong career management skills and integrate academic and career interests, as well as to connect students and alumni with employers and businesses interested in discovering great talent.
Distance Learning Courses
Business & Management (43)
- B.Sc. Accounting
- Associate Degree Accounting
- M.Sc. Accounting - Taxation
- B.Sc. Applied Management
- B.Sc. Business Administration
- D.B.A. Business Administration
- Associate Degree Business Administration
- M.Sc. Business Analytics
- B.Sc. Business Forensics
- M.Sc. Business Psychology
- B.Sc. Communications
- Associate Degree Communications
- M.Sc. Data Analytics
- Associate Degree Financial Management
- B.Sc. Financial Management
- Associate Degree Forensic Accounting
- B.Sc. Forensic Accounting
- B.Sc. Healthcare Management
- DNP Leadership
- B.Sc. Marketing
Computer Science & IT (19)
- B.Sc. Computer Science
- Associate Degree Computer Science
- M.Sc. Computer Science
- B.Sc. Cybersecurity
- Associate Degree Cybersecurity
- M.Sc. Cybersecurity
- M.Sc. Data Analytics
- M.Sc. Health Informatics
- B.Sc. Information Systems
- Associate Degree Information Technology
- B.Sc. Information Technology
- B.Sc. Web Development
Medicine & Health (17)
- B.Sc. Exercise Science
- Doctorate Healthcare Administration
- B.Sc. Healthcare Management
- BSN/DNP Nursing
- B.Sc. Nursing (RN to BSN)
- M.Sc. Nursing - Nurse Educator
- M.Sc. Nursing - RN to MSN
Education & Training (14)
- B.Sc. Primary Education (PK-5)
- B.Sc. Primary Education (PK-5)
Social Sciences (10)
- M.Sc. Business Psychology
- B.Sc. Communications
- Associate Degree Communications
- B.Sc. Psychology
- B.Sc. Social Sciences
Law (4)
- B.Sc. Business Forensics
- Associate Degree Criminal Justice
Arts, Design & Architecture (3)
Hospitality, Leisure & Sports (2)
- B.Sc. Exercise Science
- B.Sc. Sport Management
Journalism & Media (2)
- B.Sc. Communications
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (2)
- B.Sc. Applied Management
- B.Sc. Financial Planning
Humanities (1)
- B.Sc. Social Sciences
Student services
Students are assigned a dedicated academic advisor who will assist with academic planning, and have access to career and disability services. Students also have access to a variety of free academic support offices and resources, as well as technology support through our Help Desk or self-support portal.
Housing services
Franklin University offers independent living in a friendly and diverse city. Programs available to F-1 international students are offered at Franklin University's Main Campus, which is a non-residential campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio. Franklin students choose the best housing and transportation options for their individual preferences and budget. Our international students frequently choose to live in nearby apartments.
Library services
Franklin's Learning Commons features a library with access to thousands of free online books, databases and research guides. The Learning Commons also provides tutoring and workshops, all of which are free to Franklin students.
ICT services
Franklin University's Help Desk is available via phone, email or chat to assist students with technology and access issues. Students can also access an online self-support portal to troubleshoot issues.
Campus life
Franklin's campus is located in downtown Columbus, Ohio, USA.
Student clubs
- Alpha Phi Sigma
- Association for Computing Machinery (ACM)
- Doctoral Student Association
- National Society of Collegiate Scholars (NSCS)
- Student Financial Planning Association
- Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
- The Ross College of Business at Franklin University has received specialized accreditation for its business programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE) located at 11960 Quivira Road in Overland Park, Kansas, USA.