Student Admission
Franklin University’s undergraduate open admission policy reflects the University’s mission as a student-centered, nonprofit, independent institution providing high quality, relevant education enabling the broadest possible community of learners to achieve their goals and enrich the world. Prospective students are encouraged to visit the University and meet with a Student Enrollment Advisor. Individuals interested in admission to the University should telephone 1.877.341.6300, email
info@franklin.edu or write to the Enrollment Management Office for general information and application materials. Students also may obtain this information by visiting the University’s website,
www.franklin.edu.
Admission requirements A student who meets at least one of the following criteria is eligible for admission as a degree-seeking student: • Is a graduate of an accredited high school, or • Has passed the General Education Development Test (GED), or • Has passed a State High School Equivalency Examination, or • Has completed homeschooling at the secondary level, or
• Has earned a certificate demonstrating that the student has passed a state-authorized examination that the state recognizes as the equivalent of a high school diploma or
• Has successfully transferred at least (6) semester hours that apply towards a Franklin degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, an institution recognized as a candidate of accreditation, or an institution recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation (ability to benefit), or
• Has an associate, bachelor or master’s degree from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, an institution recognized as a candidate for accreditation, or an institution recognized by the Council of Higher Education Accreditation
Admission Process Admission procedures should be started as early as possible so that applicants can receive all the assistance needed to complete registration. The following procedures apply to all applicants seeking admission as degree seeking students at Franklin University: 1. Complete an admission application and forward it along with an official high school transcript or an official test score report (such as a GED score).
2. Forward all official transcripts directly from the attended institution(s) to Franklin University (see “Transfer Student Guidelines”).
3. Arrange an appointment with a Student Enrollment Advisor (SEA) by calling toll free 1.877.341.6300, or by visiting the Paul J. Otte Center for Student Services (located on the Main Campus in downtown Columbus), or by contacting a University representative at any of Franklin’s other locations.
A student who is officially classified as degree seeking will not be permitted to register for courses until all transcripts are received.
Students who have already received an associate or a bachelor’s degree do not need to have a high school transcript on file. Students who have applied, but have not enrolled within one year, must complete a new application for admission and may need to request transcripts to update their records.
Recommended Application Dates Franklin University accepts applications for admission on a rolling basis throughout the calendar year, and students may select from several dates each semester to begin coursework.
To ensure a strong, successful start at Franklin, there are several steps to complete, including the submission of an application online, the submission of official transcripts from previously attended institutions, the identification of financing options, completion of placement testing (not required for students transferring in college-level credits), a registration appointment to select courses and completion of our online orientation program.
To be certain that students have enough time to complete all steps necessary to begin classes when desired, application to Franklin University should be completed several weeks in advance of the intended course start date. Meeting these recommended dates helps students to maximize their scheduling options based on their preferences and personal schedules and to have adequate time for appropriate financial planning.
Franklin recommends that the admission application process be completed at least 5 weeks in advance of the student’s intended course start date.
Applications are not considered complete until all required transcripts have been received. Once the application is complete, a first-term registration appointment will be scheduled with a Student Enrollment Advisor. Students will receive a link to view four short videos (18 minutes total) to prepare for this meeting. Meeting with a Student Enrollment Advisor provides the student with the opportunity to select first trimester courses, get final questions answered, and start the Franklin Experience in the best way possible. This is a required meeting for new students. Additionally, each new student must complete an online, one-hour New Student Orientation Program soon after they register for classes, and at least three days prior to the start of the first course.
While meeting the recommended completion dates is not required, it is important to allow enough time to complete all required activities to begin courses on the date that best meets the student’s individual needs. Franklin University’s accelerated curriculum may require additional preparation in advance of the first class meeting. Please review the recommendations below. To explore all options for registration and course start dates based on individual needs, contact
admissions@franklin.edu.
For students who wish to enroll:
Part Time (6 - 11+
semester hours)
Summer 2013
Recommended dates to…
Complete the application process
Winter 2013 January 14, 2013 April 25, 2013
Fall 2013 Full time
(12+ semester hours)
Winter 2013
Register for classes
February 4, 2013
May 6, 2013
August 26, 2013 September 16, 2013
Recommended dates to…
Complete the application process
November 23, 2012
Summer 2013 March 25, 2013 Fall 2013
July 15, 2013
Register for classes
December 14, 2012*
April 15, 2013
August 5, 2013
Classes Begin
January 7, 2013
April 29, 2013
August 19, 2013
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Classes Begin
February 18, 2013
May 20, 2013
September 30, 2013
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