Franklin University
Seal of Franklin University | |
Former names | YMCA School of Commerce |
|---|---|
| Type | Private university |
| Established | 1902 |
| Endowment | $88.3 million (2020) |
| President | David R. Decker |
| Provost | Christopher L. Washington |
| Location | , Ohio , United States 39°57′29″N 82°59′28″W / 39.95806°N 82.99111°W |
| Campus | Various Locations Online |
| Website | franklin |
Franklin University is a private university with its main campus in Columbus, Ohio, United States. It was founded in 1902 to serve the needs of students beyond traditional undergraduate age. On-site courses are offered at the university's campus in Columbus' Discovery District. However, most students take courses online. The university has over 25 location centers in the Midwestern United States and a majority online population, and reports an average student age of 34 years.