ResponseToFranklinCollege

In response to the injunction filed by Franklin College, Franklin University offers the following response.

Franklin University is and has been publicizing its presence in Indianapolis using its own name in a completely factual and consistent manner, and in close cooperation with the State of Indiana and the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. It is unfortunate that Franklin College did not contact us if it had concerns about our marketing, since we did advise the President of Franklin College of our intentions prior to beginning to offer programs in Indianapolis in 2009.

Franklin University offers academic programs that are distinct from and targeted to a very different student demographic than Franklin College. Programs are intended for the working individual, not the traditional-age on-campus college student. The University focuses on business and professional education, such as majors in accounting and business administration, not on a traditional liberal arts education.

Founded in 1902, Franklin University has been serving adult students for more than 100 years. It is the leading and most experienced educator of adult students and is nationally recognized for its student-centered approach. Franklin University, a non-profit institution of higher education provides flexible, online as well as face-to-face class scheduling, maximizes transfer of previously earned college credits, and offers tuition rates far below the national average. Franklin University has been serving adult students in Indiana through its online offerings and Community College Alliance program for nearly a decade.

Now that Franklin College has chosen to use the legal system to resolve this matter, rather than contacting Franklin University, Franklin University will certainly act to protect the right to use its own name to publicize its programs in a factual and consistent manner.

About Franklin University-Indianapolis
Franklin University-Indianapolis will feature the same dedication to its mission and cornerstone values of ensuring academic quality; providing access to educational opportunities; adapting to the needs of students; and responding to changes in society, professions, and the business community to students in central Indiana that it offers to its students in central Ohio.

About Franklin University
Founded in 1902, Franklin University is the leading and most experienced educator of adult students. Nationally recognized for its student-centered approach, the University offers accessible, relevant and high-quality education to more than 11,000 students annually, both on campus and online. Beginning this fall, Franklin University will offer 25 undergraduate majors and three graduate programs. The University graduates more than 1,500 students annually. Further information regarding Franklin University can be found at www.franklin.edu.

Franklin University in Indianapolis, IN is regulated by: The Indiana Commission on Proprietary Education, 302 W. Washington St., Room E201, Indianapolis, IN 46204, toll Free Number 1.800.227.5695 or 317.232.1320

Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of Ohio and is a member of the North Central Association, 312.263.0456, www.ncahigherlearningcommission.org.