Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 30%
Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology
Quick Stats
Earnings, Debt & Completion
What happens to students who enroll at Franklin University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.
Typical debt at graduation equals about 40% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.
Earnings rank: 64th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OH wage index 0.88). This drives the Outcome Rating.
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.
Earnings by Major at Franklin University
Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.
| Major | 1 yr after | 4 yrs after | vs. national | Rank (pay) | Rank (wage-adj.) | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science | $76,264 | $111,131 | +4% | #110 of 349 | #74 | $28,291 |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | $65,120 | $102,099 | +20% | #13 of 99 | #9 | $20,971 |
| Management Information Systems and Services | $63,560 | $99,898 | +20% | #24 of 166 | #16 | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | $63,310 | $77,175 | -16% | #324 of 459 | #285 | $28,927 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | $61,645 | $73,574 | -12% | #280 of 452 | #240 | $19,169 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | $56,588 | $68,306 | +0% | #421 of 1176 | #296 | $23,053 |
| Human Resources Management and Services | $50,827 | $66,648 | -2% | #107 of 187 | #73 | $23,536 |
| Accounting and Related Services | $51,929 | $65,816 | -14% | #601 of 796 | #512 | $19,792 |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | $46,518 | $64,101 | +1% | #76 of 178 | #52 | $26,332 |
| Design and Applied Arts | — | $61,736 | +20% | #60 of 299 | #37 | $28,205 |
| Business/Commerce | $51,408 | $60,893 | -11% | #193 of 271 | #174 | $19,350 |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | $38,103 | $58,747 | +6% | #178 of 660 | #98 | $26,767 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | $49,853 | $57,702 | -2% | #150 of 275 | #123 | $20,000 |
| Marketing | $42,521 | $57,398 | -17% | #424 of 516 | #393 | $19,252 |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | $39,387 | $48,543 | -4% | #41 of 59 | #32 | $23,593 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | — | $42,597 | -22% | #576 of 610 | #555 | $29,050 |
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.
The Franklin University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $331,981
- Avg rent near campus: $1,581/mo
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 43211 (7.5% cap, Columbus)
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🏆 Where Franklin University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,552 | $9,552 |
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Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Franklin University's top programs commonly pursue.
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- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology