Franklin University Expands Combined Degree Offerings with New Communications and Psychology Pathways

Contact:

Sherry Mercurio
Executive Director, Office of Community Relations
(614) 947-6581
Email: sherry.mercurio@franklin.edu

Franklin University, Ohio’s top-ranked nonprofit university for adult learners and online programs, is pleased to announce the expansion of its combined bachelor's and master's degree offerings with the addition of B.S. Communications + M.S. Communications and B.S. Psychology + M.S. Psychology programs.

Who can benefit from Franklin’s combined bachelor’s and master’s programs?
These 100% online programs are designed for working professionals and adult learners seeking career advancement while balancing personal and professional commitments. By completing select graduate courses during the bachelor’s program, students can accelerate their education, reduce total credit minimize costs, and gain a streamlined path to advanced credentials.

What careers and skills do graduates of Franklin’s combined Communications and Psychology programs gain?
Franklin’s Communications program focuses on strategic communication, storytelling, and leadership, preparing graduates for careers in corporate communications, public relations, digital marketing, and management. Similarly, the Psychology program equips students with applied skills in behavioral research, counseling, and organizational development, opening doors to careers in business, healthcare, education, and other psychology-related fields.

These combined programs align with strong industry demand. Employment in communications-related roles is projected to grow 6% by 2032 due to the need for digital, corporate, and organizational communication expertise, while careers in psychology and behavioral science are expected to grow nearly 15%, reflecting the rising importance of behavioral insights across industries.

How does a master’s degree impact earning potential?
Professionals holding a master’s degree earn nearly 20% more on average than those with only a bachelor’s degree, making Franklin’s combined programs a strategic investment in both skills and career growth.

With the addition of communications and psychology, Franklin University now offers six online combined bachelor’s and master’s programs, including pathways in communications, psychology, cybersecurity, human resources, information technology, and public administration. Each program emphasizes hands-on learning and practical skills, helping students stand out in competitive job markets while balancing academic growth with personal and professional commitments.

Learn more and apply today: https://www.franklin.edu/degrees/bachelors-masters-combined-programs

About Franklin University

Accredited, nonprofit, and dedicated to educating adults since 1902, Franklin provides onsite course options at our Main Campus in downtown Columbus, Ohio, and is an innovator in providing personalized online education. The University offers applied in-demand undergraduate, masters, and doctorate programs that enable adult learners to achieve their educational and professional goals. Through agreements with partner institutions, the University also offers international academic programs, including its top-ranked MBA.

Franklin University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and holds specialized accreditations for specific academic programs through the International Accreditation Council for Business Education, the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation, and the Commission on Accreditation of Health Informatics and Information Management Education. The National Security Agency and the Department of Homeland Security have designated Franklin University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE).