Description

Whether you're a person who enjoys small-town charm or big-city excitement, Franklin College can offer the best of both worlds. From bowling and putt-putting in Franklin, to paddle-boating on the canal and dining in downtown Indianapolis, students at Franklin College are never too far away from a fun time on the town.

About 20 minutes north of Franklin College is Indiana's bustling capital, Indianapolis. Indy provides students with scenic parks and gardens, museums, theaters, a zoo, comedy and dance clubs, lots of shopping, and many other possibilities for an afternoon or weekend getaway.

The town of Franklin also offers big-time fun that wont empty your wallet. Just a few blocks from campus, students have the opportunity to enjoy the Artcraft Theatre, an old-fashioned cinema featuring oldie-but-goodie films and even live performances. There is also a roller-skating rink and bowling alley mere minutes away from campus, as are many diners and gift shops. Popular chain restaurants and Wal-Mart are also conveniently close.

Highlights

Franklin College is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association, the Division of Professional Standards of the Indiana Department of Education, the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education, and the Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education.

University Attributes

Founded in 1834, Franklin College is a residential four-year undergraduate liberal arts institution 20 minutes from downtown Indianapolis. The college prepares men and women for significant careers through the liberal arts, offering its approximately 1,000 students 50 major tracks including biology, business, education, and journalism. The college was the first institution of higher education in Indiana to admit women and maintains a voluntary association with the American Baptist Churches USA.

Degrees Available

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Science

Degree Level

Bachelors Degree (Undergraduate)

Subject Areas

Cost in US$:

Experience Required

no

This Program is open to

Worldwide Participants.

Typical Living Arrangements

• Other

Participants Travel

Independently

Typically Participants Work

Independently

Application Process Involves

• Letters of Reference
• Online Application plus Application Assessment
• Resume
• Transcript

Typically The Application Process Time is

4-6 weeks

Post Services Include

• Alumni Network
• Exit Debriefing Abroad
• Job and Internship Network
• Re-Entry Debriefing at Home

Franklin College's Mission Statement

Franklin College shall attain excellence as a personal, participatory, values-focused, career-sensitive, liberal arts teaching and learning undergraduate community. The college shall motivate and prepare its graduates for productive and satisfying lives of excellence, leadership and service.

Year Founded

1834