About Franklin College

Founded in 1834, Franklin College. is a Private college. Located in Indiana, which is a city setting in Indiana, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 1,015 full time undergraduate students, and 8 full time graduate students.

The Franklin College Academic calendar runs on a Four-one-four plan basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 11:1. There are 80 full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Franklin College include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.

Quick Facts

Acceptance Rate78%
Application Deadline
Application Fee0
SAT Range850-1080
ACT Range19-25

Admissions at FC are considered Less Selective, with ,36% of all applicants being admitted.

In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only 16 of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.

93% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 53% were in the top quarter, and 22% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.

STUDENT LIFE

We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Franklin College.

8%
“We”re apathetic”
19%
“We know about current events and vote”
73%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
8%
“Sometimes, but not often”
81%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
12%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
8%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
92%
“I feel extremely safe”
8%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
27%
“We bought the gear”
65%
“We live for the big game”
4%
“It”s not really our thing”
15%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
62%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
19%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
4%
“Available in class”
35%
“They keep regular office hours”
62%
“They”re always available”
4%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
8%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
85%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
4%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
23%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
50%
“We only party on weekends”
27%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
23%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
62%
“There might be people who do”
15%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
8%
“We”re apathetic”
19%
“We know about current events and vote”
73%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
8%
“Sometimes, but not often”
81%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
12%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
8%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
92%
“I feel extremely safe”
8%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
27%
“We bought the gear”
65%
“We live for the big game”
4%
“It”s not really our thing”
15%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
62%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
19%
“We”re a very artistic group”
0%
“Haven”t met them”
4%
“Available in class”
35%
“They keep regular office hours”
62%
“They”re always available”
4%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
8%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
85%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
4%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
0%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
23%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
50%
“We only party on weekends”
27%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
23%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
62%
“There might be people who do”
15%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”

Franklin College REVIEWS

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  • How would you rate on-campus housing?

    72 Students rated on-campus housing 4 stars. 22 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate off-campus housing?

    55 Students rated off-campus housing 3.4 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus food?

    74 Students rated campus food 3 stars. 5 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate campus facilities?

    74 Students rated campus facilities 4.1 stars. 32 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate class size?

    74 Students rated class size 4.6 stars. 68 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate school activities?

    74 Students rated school activities 4.2 stars. 49 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate local services?

    74 Students rated local services 4.3 stars. 57 % gave the school a 5.0.

  • How would you rate academics?

    74 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 50 % gave the school a 5.0.

What's your overall opinion of Franklin College?

30 Students rated Franklin College

Carmyn

I attended Franklin College 2 years, at first I loved the people most of my teachers and just loved the over all experience I received at Franklin. But, as I got older the true face of Franklin college became hard to miss. First of all, they are loyal to their teachers, even if they are bad teachers. Which is great for the teachers but horrible for students. Also if you weren't in a sport you were more or less considered an outcast, the arts people were great as well but they are very few and far between and the college gives little to no funding to the arts programs. One great thing is that if you wish to study abroad while you are at Franklin College they always have those types of opportunities available more than once a year. But most importantly is this right now Franklin college is getting sued! Because a teacher offered scholarships that don't even exist so a student is suing for the money she was promised. They will make you a lot of promises on a visit, for example, when I was on my visit I was told by the person who was giving me my tour that they were currently trying to get a marching band together which was a big deal to me in high school. It has four years since my first visit to Franklin College, still no marching band and they are actually taking away funding for a choir program. So basically, do your research before you commit to one college for four years.

Kiera

Since it is a small campus, it is easy to get involved on campus. You get to know everyone very well, including your professors, creating tight-knit community. Some professors you get to know on a first name basis. If you want to go to a college where you are not just a number, I recommend Franklin.

Victoria

I personally love my school and the community here. The professors truly care about you and are super willing to help and guide you academically. If you're looking for a small, close-knit community of students and faculty who truly care about, this is the place to go. And being only 30 mins. south of Indianapolis doesn't hurt either.

Lindsey

Franklin is a school based on the community. Wherever you go, there is always someone there with a smile and ready to be of assistance. Even when there are disagreements, as students, we we work them out maturely. In addition, the size of campus emphasizes the feel of home so the students are relaxed, especially during exam season. I love how faculty and peers look out for others within the community.

Franklin College FAQS

  1. What is the Acceptance Rate at Franklin College?

    The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Franklin College is 78%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020 , _____ students were offered admission. The number of males who applied was _____ vs the number of females which was _____.

  2. What should every freshman at your school know before they start?

    I would tell parents and students to go and visit different colleges and really get the chance to spend time on the campus because you are going to make the campus on home for the next four years. So, you need to spend a little time their for you can get a feel for the campus. You also need to talk with professors and staff for you can get a feel of what the college has to offer.

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  3. Describe how your school looks to someone who's never seen it.

    Very academically tamed and allows for an immense diverse campus.

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  4. What's unique about your campus?

    I would consider the friendly, small school environment to be the best thing abot my school, because it allows the students to know their professors on a personal basis, making them more accountable for the classwork.

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  5. What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?

    I wish I had known how time consuming all the schoolwork would be in comparison to high school.

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  6. What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?

    It is such a small school that gossip and rumors spread quickly.

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  7. What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?

    I tell friends that I went to a small college and I loved the atmosphere there because I always felt like I was at home.

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  8. Describe your favorite campus traditions.

    It is known giving students a great education filled with amazing experiences and great support from faculty, staff, and alumni.

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  9. Describe the students at your school.

    My classmates are fun, upbeat, positive, ecouraging, and driven young people.

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  10. What kind of person should attend this school?

    Someone who is upbeat, enjoys being involved on campus, and wants to learn more while enjoying many aspects that the campus community has to offer.

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  11. What kind of person should not attend this school?

    If you are a big city type of person you probably should not attend this school. If you don't like one-on-one attention from your professors, this is also not the place for you. Also, if you are not friendly and are a trouble maker, you probably should not attend this college. This is a very calm and quiet campus.

    Read all  7 answers
  12. What's the most frustrating thing about your school?

    academics

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  13. Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

    It is smaller, but more personal. The small size allows students to have a more intimate relationship with their professors.

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Student Body

Students

52%

female

48%

male

1,015

Total Undergrad Enrollment

8

Total Grad Students

6%

Out-Of-State

94%

In-State

N/A

International

Organizations

62

Student Organizations

5

Fraternities

4

Sororities

Housing

Yes

On-Campus Housing

81%

of students living on campus

Student Diversity

% American Indian/Alaskan Native
N/A
% Asian/Pacific Islander
1%
% Black or African-American
5%
% Hispanic/Latino
4%
% White or Caucasian
84%

TUITION & AID

All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA. Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.

100% of students attending Franklin College receive some sort of financial aid. 39% were awarded federal grants. While 80% received federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.

Cost Out of State

$30,025

Tuition and fees(Out of state)

$1,200

Books and Supplies

$9,355

Room and Board

40,580

Total On Campus

Actual Cost By Income Level(W/Financial Aid)

Family Income
Cost
$0 - $30K
$13,219
$30 - $48K
$14,510
$48 - $75K
$20,657
$75 - $110K
$25,001
$110K & UP
$26,557

We use student reviews and the most current publicly available data on our school pages. As such, we don't typically remove or edit college information. Sources for school statistics and data include the U.S. Department of Education's National Center for Education Statistics and the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System. Portions of college data include copyrighted material, which is reproduced on this website by permission of Wintergreen Orchard House, a division of Carnegie Communications. © 2009-2016 by Wintergreen Orchard House. All rights reserved.

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