Student Outcomes
- Graduation Rate (4-year)
- 37.4%
- Graduation Rate (6-year)
- 30.3%
- Retention Rate
- 47.4%
- Median Earnings (10 years after entry)
- $51,892
- Median Debt at Graduation
- $20,836
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio
- 16:1
- Loan Repayment Rate
- 40.0%
- Estimated Monthly Loan Payment
- $221/mo
Earnings by Major
Top programs ranked by median earnings
| Program | Level | Median Earnings | Median Debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science. | Master | $71,351 | |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other. | Bachelor | $71,015 | |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master | $61,580 | $34,168 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor | $61,516 | $28,291 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services. | Master | $59,124 | $30,750 |
| Economics. | Bachelor | $58,673 | |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Master | $58,402 | $35,451 |
| Computer and Information Sciences, General. | Bachelor | $54,664 | $28,927 |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master | $53,984 | |
| Marketing. | Master | $53,358 | $41,000 |
| Public Administration. | Master | $52,107 | $39,532 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Master | $49,019 | $41,000 |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor | $47,981 | $23,536 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor | $47,181 | $23,053 |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor | $46,999 | $19,792 |
Outcomes Overview
Franklin University graduates enter the workforce with median debt of $20,836 and earn $51,892 ten years after graduation. The debt-to-earnings ratio of 0.4 sits well below the concerning 1.0 threshold. Monthly loan payments of $221 consume about 5% of typical graduate income, a manageable burden. The 94.5% employment rate reflects strong industry connections built through the university's focus on working professionals. Many graduates leverage their degrees to advance within existing careers in business, healthcare administration, and technology fields where Franklin has established partnerships. The combination of moderate debt, solid earnings potential, and high employment rates creates an average return on investment for students seeking career advancement.