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Franklin Tuition Costs
At Franklin, we make details about our costs straightforward and easy to find - with no fine print. Find detailed information about our costs below.
Educational Costs
Unlike some institutions, our tuition rates are WYSIWYG, (what-you-see-is-what-you-get), representing the total cost per hour with no hidden fees like parking and no extra expenses for student services.
| 2024 - 2025 Tuition | Cost Per Credit |
|---|---|
| Standard tuition | $398 |
| B.S. in Nursing | $298 |
| Current service members | $250 |
| International students (Nonresident Alien) | $526 |
| Fee Type | Cost |
|---|---|
| Franklin University Proficiency Examination (FUPE) ($40 per credit hour attempted) | $40 - $160 |
| College Level Examination Program (CLEP) (CLEP examination fee: $89; administration fee: $20 - $50) | Examination fee plus administration fee |
| DSST (examination fee: $85; administration fee: $20 - $50) | Examination fee plus administration fee |
| Prior Learning Portfolio evaluation per credit hour requested | $50 |
| Placement test retake | $15 - $30 |
| Other Fees and Charges | Cost |
|---|---|
| Initial processing fee (non-refundable) | $25 |
| International students application fee | $40 |
| F-1 International Student Enrollment Term Confirmation Deposit (non-refundable; applied directly to account for intended term of enrollment) | $200 |
| F-1 International New Student Deposit (non-refundable; applied directly to first term tuition) | $2,000 |
| Graduation application fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) | $65 |
| Graduation application late fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) | $100 |
| Late payment fee for deferred tuition reimbursement plan | $100 |
| Returned check processing fee | $25 |
| Cost of collection of past due balances fee | Actual costs incurred |
| E-Textbook optional charges | Varies by course |
| Proctoring fees - courses with proctored exams require an approved proctor | Varies by course and by proctoring location, $0-$50 |
| Health Information Management internship and screening fee (required for PPE) | $150 |
Estimate your undergraduate educational costs with our Net Price Tuition Calculator. For more accurate out of pocket costs, subtract room and board estimates. Franklin University serves primarily working adults and does not offer on-campus housing.
For information on tuition refunds, please see the Tuition Refund Policy page.
| 2024 - 2025 Tuition | Cost Per Credit |
|---|---|
| Standard tuition per credit hour | $670 |
| Nursing programs MSN-FNP, MSN-PMHNP, MSN-AGPCNP, Post-Graduate FNP Certificate, Post-Graduate AGPCNP Certificate and Post-Graduate PMHNP Certificate | $670 |
| MSN-Generalist, MSN-Nurse Administrator and MSN-Nurse Educator | $598 |
| RN-MSN Pathway (NURS 500) | $298 |
| Current service members | $536 |
| Master's Prerequisite Courses (500 level) | $398 |
| Master's Prerequisite Courses (500 level) - International Students | $526 |
| Other Fees and Charges | Cost |
|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | $30 |
| F-1 International Student Enrollment Term Confirmation Deposit (non-refundable; applied directly to account for intended term of enrollment) | $200 |
| F-1 International New Student Deposit (non-refundable; applied directly to first term tuition) | $2,000 |
| Nursing programs fees | Varies by program |
| Graduation application fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) | $85 |
| Graduation application late fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) | $100 |
| Late payment fee for deferred tuition reimbursement plan | $100 |
| Returned check processing fee | $25 |
| Cost of collection of past due balances | Actual costs incurred |
| E-Textbook optional charges | Varies by course |
| Proctoring fees - courses with proctored exams require an approved proctor | Varies by course and by proctoring location, $0-$50 |
For information on tuition refunds, please see the Tuition Refund Policy page.
| 2024 - 2025 Tuition | Cost Per Credit |
|---|---|
| Standard Tuition | $748 |
| Current Service Members | $636 |
| International students | $899 |
| Other Fees and Charges | Cost |
|---|---|
| Application fee (non-refundable) | $50 |
| Nursing programs fees | Varies by program |
| Graduation application fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) | $150 |
| Graduation application late fee (non-refundable, non-transferable) | $100 |
| Late payment fee for deferred tuition reimbursement plan | $100 |
| Returned check processing fee | $25 |
| E-Textbook Optional Charges | Varies by course |
For information on tuition refunds, please see the Tuition Refund Policy page.
Cost of Attendance
Estimate costs for your education and living expenses using our sample student budget.
The Cost of Attendance (COA) is the estimated cost for you to attend Franklin University during the award year. Your COA estimate may include such costs as:
- Tuition and fees
- Living Expenses
- Books and supplies
- Transportation
- Personal and miscellaneous expenses
Other costs that are allowed but not built into your budget include: child care, elder care or a computer purchase. To include these items in your budget, please submit costs and supporting documentation to Franklin’s Financial Aid Office.
View a Sample Student Budget
COA estimates are for information only and are used to determine your financial aid eligibility and estimated costs associated with attending Franklin University.
If you have filed the 2024-25 FAFSA or the 2025-26 FAFSA and have received your Offer Letter, please refer to the first page of your letter for the appropriate year to obtain your actual cost of attendance.
If you have NOT filed the FAFSA, the following COA models can be used to determine a best estimate of your educational expenses:
2024-2025 Cost of Attendance Examples
- Undergraduate Cost of Attendance example 2024-25
- Master's Cost of Attendance example 2024-25
- Doctoral Cost of Attendance example 2024-25
- Active Duty and Military Cost of Attendance example 2024-25
- Nursing Cost of Attendance example 2024-25
2025-2026 Cost of Attendance Examples
- Undergraduate Cost of Attendance example 2025-26
- Master's Cost of Attendance example 2025-26
- Doctoral Cost of Attendance example 2025-26
- Active Duty and Military Cost of Attendance example 2025-26
- Nursing Cost of Attendance example 2025-26
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