Admission Policies

Franklin College seeks students who demonstrate intellectual ability and seriousness of purpose. To this end, the admissions office and the admissions committee evaluate each applicant’s academic record, standardized test scores (if submitted), recommendations, essay, school and community activities and personal information supplied by the student. In keeping with our mission statement, applicants for admission to the college are individually and holistically considered. All students, regardless of residency or prior academic record, may submit their application with or without test scores. Applying under the test-optional policy will not affect admissions consideration or the merit aid awarded. While the college does not require a prescribed set of high school subjects, a typical student will have completed a college preparatory program with good quality of achievement. A typical college preparatory program would ordinarily include four years of English, three to four years of mathematics, two or more years of science including a lab science, three years of social sciences and electives to meet graduation requirements. Foreign language is strongly recommended. Students entering Franklin College are required to take two semesters of foreign language unless they test out on Franklin College placement examinations.

First year applicants may choose to apply for admissions under the Early Decision Plan. Students apply for Early Decision by indicating their preference on their Franklin College Application or the Common Application no later than November 15. By applying Early Decision, students are indicating Franklin College is their top choice school, and that, if admitted, they are committed to enrolling. The Early Decision Plan is highly encouraged for students who rank Franklin College as their top choice. Student’s accepted through the Early Decision Plan must submit their deposit to Franklin College by the December 15 deadline. If a student is not accepted through the Early Decision Plan, the student’s application will be deferred to the regular decision pool.

Traditional incoming first-year students - The following documents are required in order to be considered for admission to Franklin College: 1. The completed application for admission submitted in either online via the Franklin College Application, the Common Application, or paper format. 2. An official secondary school transcript

The following documents are recommended for admission (both available online as part of the Franklin College Application for Admission and as part of the Common Application): 1. Recommendation Form 2. Personal Statement

General Education Diploma (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma- If an applicant has not earned a diploma from a secondary program, an HSE or GED is required. The academic areas of the examination are reviewed in light of the general requirements for admission.

Admitted first-year students must submit a $200 enrollment deposit to secure their position in the incoming class. The enrollment deposit is refundable prior to May 1st .

Immersive Term enrollment – Franklin College’s preference is for students to start in the Fall or Spring semester. However, students may begin in Immersive Term. The deadline for receipt of all statements and applications for

admission during Immersive Term will be no later than December 10th .

Spring Semester enrollment – All previously enrolled students who are interested in reapplying for admission and all new students who are interested in applying for admission to Franklin College during the Spring semester must submit their applications to the Franklin College Office of Admissions. The deadline for receipt of all applications

for readmission and admission will be no later than January 8th .

Transfer students – The transfer student application for admission must be submitted online via the Franklin College Application or the Common Application. Admission decisions regarding transferring students are based upon the academic record at both the post-secondary institution and the secondary school. Students transferring to Franklin College must be in good standing both academically, socially and financially with their previous institution.

Full-time transfer admission is generally reserved for students:  who have attended another institution after high school graduation  who have earned 15 or more transferable hours of 100 level courses or higher from another regionally accredited institution after high school graduation, with an overall grade average of C or higher.

Transfer students who intend to enroll at the college must submit a $200 enrollment deposit to the Office of Admissions, which is refundable prior to May 1st .

Franklin College Transfer Credit Evaluation Policy Franklin College will accept undergraduate transfer course work, credits by examination, and other nontraditional credits presuming the following:  Transfer courses were completed at a regionally accredited institution  The coursework is substantively equivalent to Franklin College coursework  Proper, timely documentation is provided in the form of official transcripts, test scores, or the equivalent  The grade awarded is equivalent to C- (1.67 on 4.00 scale) or above, or test score is equivalent to the requirement as outlined in the Academic Course Catalog  Students must complete at least 48 credit hours at Franklin College to be awarded a degree  Franklin College may award a maximum of 16 credit hours for documented armed forces credit  Franklin College may award a maximum of 16 credit hours for documented nontraditional training or courses

Those students participating in an articulation agreement with Franklin College should refer to the guidelines of the specific agreement regarding transferability of credit hours and course equivalencies. Agreements are located in the Academic Records Office.

For complete guidelines regarding transfer work, please consult the Academic Records Office.

International students – International students typically should meet the same requirements for admission as other students; however, flexibility is incorporated purposely to allow for cultural and educational differences among the many countries represented by international applicants. As is the case for all students, strong emphasis is placed on strength of the academic record of secondary and, if applicable, previous college or university academic achievement.

In addition, international students are required to submit proof of English proficiency. Students may demonstrate English proficiency by passing the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), the International English Language Testing System (IELTS), or another approved examination. A TOEFL score of 90 iBT or higher or an IELTS score of 6.5 or above or Duolingo score of 105 or above is a minimal guideline for English proficiency. This examination requirement may be waived for students who have successfully completed substantial coursework in Englishmedium high schools or universities or for students who have satisfactorily completed approved English language programs such as Interglobal or ELS centers. For more information regarding English proficiency requirements at Franklin College, please contact the Office of Admissions.

Finally, financial documentation must be submitted by the applicant and/or sponsor in order for an I-20 to be issued by Franklin College. International students who intend to enroll must submit a $500 enrollment deposit and exchange students who intend to enroll must submit a $500 enrollment deposit.

Visiting Students/Part-time Non-Degree Seeking Applicants Students who are currently enrolled full time at another institution and wish to take a limited number of courses at Franklin during the summer or at a time when they are not enrolled, should complete the Part Time Non-Degree Seeking Application. This application has no fee and is only available online at https://pursue.franklincollege.edu/portal/apply_nd. The application should be submitted with high school and/or college transcripts. A $200 enrollment deposit must be submitted to the Office of Admissions to register for courses. This deposit will go into a student account and be debited from the cost of the course(s).

Readmission Readmission applies to students who previously attended Franklin College and withdrew in a prior semester, but also applies to those students enrolled and withdrawn in the current semester. Any Franklin College student who withdraws or does not continue consecutive semester enrollment must apply for readmission and be readmitted to the college in order to enroll in any classes. 1. Previously enrolled students from a prior semester who are interested in reapplying for admission to Franklin College must submit their application for readmission to the Franklin College Office of Admissions. Students seeking readmission need to complete the Readmit application at https://pursue.franklincollege.edu/portal/apply_ra. The deadline for receipt of applications for

readmission will be no later than one month prior to the beginning of classes for that semester or term.

2. A student who withdraws from the College in the current semester and wishes to re-enroll in the next subsequent semester is not required to fill out a new application. The student must inform the Office of Admissions of his or her intent to re-enroll. 3. Prior to official readmission by the Office of Admissions, the Office of Student Development, Academic Records Office, and Business Office must agree to the re-admittance. 4. Policies of the academic catalog:  If a student who has not been at the college for 1 (one) semester is granted readmission, the student can remain under his/her original academic catalog.  If a student who has not been at the college for 2 (two) or more semesters is granted readmission, the student will be under the academic catalog in current use. 5. If a student is readmitted after academic suspension, the student returns on academic probation and all the policies of the current academic catalog will apply automatically. 6. If a student is readmitted after being placed on academic probation, the student returns on academic probation and all the polices of the current academic catalog will apply automatically. 7. All students including those who attended another college(s) during their time away from Franklin College are required to submit all official college transcript(s), a statement outlining reason(s) for returning to the college, and a Transfer Student Recommendation Form(s) as part of the readmission process. 8. All students must submit a $200 enrollment deposit to the Office of Admission to confirm their intent to enroll. Students will not be permitted to register for courses until their enrollment deposit is received.

No previously enrolled student who has outstanding financial obligations to Franklin College will be readmitted until such obligations have been satisfied.

Personal Enrichment for the Mature Student - Local residents 65 years and older may enroll in courses as a nondegree seeking student. Interested residents should complete the Part-Time Non-Degree Seeking application available online at https://pursue.franklincollege.edu/portal/apply_nd, and submit the application to the Office of Admissions. The cost per semester is $25 (except for summer school).

Franklin College Employees – Employees who are interested in courses for personal enrichment should complete the Employee Course registration form available at the Office of Employee Resources. Employees seeking academic credit should complete the Part-Time Non-Degree Seeking application at https://pursue.franklincollege.edu/portal/apply_nd, and submit with high school and/or college transcripts for review by the Office of Admissions.

Running Start – This program offers qualified high school and home school students who are junior level status or higher the opportunity to take freshman level courses in English, math, humanities, and social and natural sciences. Students will receive college credit for these courses which can be applied toward a Franklin College degree or as transfer credit to any other college or university. Interested students can complete a Running Start application at https://pursue.franklincollege.edu/portal/apply_rs. Follow the directions to submit your application and pay the $40 application fee. You must also contact your guidance counselor or home school advisor to complete the recommendation and send a copy of your high school transcript to the Office of Admissions. The cost per course is $455. Running Start students may enroll in summer courses but published Franklin College summer course rates will apply and no discount will be given.

If there are any questions or if additional information is needed, contact:

Office of Admissions Franklin College 101 Branigin Boulevard Franklin, Indiana 46131-2598 (317)738-8075 (800)852-6471 http://www.franklincollege.edu

Franklin College is a member of the National Association of College Admission Counselors and subscribes to its Code of Ethics and Professional Practices.