Value of Education

Education that’s Student-Focused + Career-Aligned

Higher education hasn’t lost its value; it just needs to align with how people live and work today. For nearly 125 years, Franklin has been delivering practical, career-focused outcomes that fit seamlessly into real life.

Franklin University partnered with The Harris Poll to ask graduates about their academic experience and career outcomes. Research was conducted in February 2026 among 547 alumni.  

Findings from employers are based on a study conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Franklin University in October 2025 among 132 employers of Franklin University graduates (55 based in Ohio and 77 across the rest of the United States), examining perceptions of how effectively the university prepares students for their careers.

Career Connected from Day One

Not all degrees deliver the same value. At Franklin, every program is created with employment as the goal. By partnering with industry advisory boards, we ensure that what students learn translates directly into what they can do in the professional world.

Findings are based on studies conducted by The Harris Poll, a global market research firm, on behalf of Franklin University in February 2026 among 547 Franklin alumni, and in October 2025 among 132 employers of Franklin graduates.

Proven Career Outcomes

If education doesn’t move your career forward, it doesn’t work. Every part of the Franklin experience is designed to help you advance, pivot, or grow.  

 Findings are based on studies conducted by The Harris Poll, a global market research firm, on behalf of Franklin University in February 2026 among 547 Franklin alumni. 

A Valuable Investment

When education is aligned to career, it’s still one of the best investments a student can make – and that’s exactly what Franklin is built to provide.  

 Findings are based on studies conducted by The Harris Poll, a global market research firm, on behalf of Franklin University in February 2026 among 547 Franklin alumni. 

Prepared for Job Success

Career development is built into every step of the Franklin experience. Our curriculum-to-career approach includes durable (soft) skills, AI skills and technical skills. 

Findings are based on a study conducted by The Harris Poll, a global market research firm, on behalf of Franklin University in October 2025 among 132 employers of Franklin graduates.

Designed to Fit Where Others Fail

When millions of people leave college before earning a credential, it’s a system failure rather than a personal one. Franklin’s seamless credit transfer, convenient course schedules and instructor-led online learning environments make the difference. 
 

 Findings are based on studies conducted by The Harris Poll, a global market research firm, on behalf of Franklin University in February 2026 among 547 Franklin alumni. 

What Franklin Graduates Say

Students choose Franklin to expand their career opportunities and increase their earning potential. That’s why we focus on ensuring every learner graduates with practical, career-relevant skills and experiences that translate into real-world value.

 Findings are based on studies conducted by The Harris Poll, a global market research firm, on behalf of Franklin University in February 2026 among 547 Franklin alumni. 

What Employers Say

At Franklin, what you learn directly connects to what you’ll do in your career. From academic advisory boards that help to shape the curriculum to our faculty of real-world practitioners who bring their insights into each course, you gain knowledge and skills that are immediately applicable in the workplace. 

Findings are based on a study conducted by The Harris Poll, a global market research firm, on behalf of Franklin University in October 2025 among 132 employers of Franklin graduates.