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Total Enrollment 2,437

Franklin Pierce University

http://www.franklinpierce.edu
40 University Drive, Rindge, New Hampshire 03461-0060
(603) 899-4000

Franklin Pierce University prepares its students to become active, engaged citizens and leaders of conscience. Whether at the undergraduate, graduate or professional level, its academic programs are grounded in a liberal arts tradition and are unified by the theme of the Individual and Community. To fulfill this mission, Franklin Pierce commits its energies and resources to: * Cultivating an ethos of academic excellence characterized by a community of scholars dedicated to their students and the furthering of knowledge. * Promoting an expectation of civic engagement, environmental responsibility and global awareness. * Encouraging respect for human diversity and celebrating its enrichment ...show more »

General Information
Institution Type 4-year, Private not-for-profit
Special Learning Opportunities ROTC (Army, Air Force)
Teacher certification
Distance learning opportunities
Study abroad
Weekend/evening college
Student Services Remedial services
Academic/career counseling service
Employment services for students
Placement services for completers
Credit Accepted Dual credit
Credit for life experiences
Advanced placement (AP) credits
Religious Affiliation Not applicable
Federal Aid Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Degrees/Certificates Offered One but less than two years certificate
Associate's degree
Bachelor's degree
Master's degree
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship
Doctor's degree - professional practice
Campus Setting Rural: Fringe
Disability Services Student 4%
 
School Costs

At Franklin Pierce University, 100.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 75.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $13,632), and 50% receive loans ($5,099 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $9,800.

Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Franklin Pierce University is $25,796 per year.

 
Enrollment & Graduation Rates

In Fall 2009, 2,746 people applied to Franklin Pierce University. Of the applicants, 81.0% were admitted (81.0% male & 81.0% female ) and 20.0% accepted (21.0% male and 18.0% female)

Of the 1,892 undergraduate students at Franklin Pierce University, 15.0% are part-time. A majority (79.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 46.0% of the 545 graduate students are part-time.

Percent of In-State Undergrads     22.0%
Full Time Retention Rate     60.0%
Four-Year Graduation Rate     32.0%
Six-Year Graduation Rate     41.0%
Overall Graduation Rate     45.0%
 
Admissions
Admissions Office Phone 603.899.4050
Admissions Office Email admissions@franklinpierce.edu
Admissions Office Address 40 University Drive, Rindge, New Hampshire 03461-0060
Admissions Transfer URL http://www.franklinpierce.edu/admissions/transferstud.htm
Admissions Website http://www.franklinpierce.edu/admissions/index.htm (find financial aid info here)
Application Website http://www.franklinpierce.edu/admissions/apply.htm
Application Fee $40

In order to be accepted to Franklin Pierce University, you should have:

  • A High School GPA
  • A High School Record
  • SAT and ACT test scores
 
Test Scores
Franklin Pierce University SAT SCORES
SAT Reading (25th Percentile) 440
SAT Reading (75th Percentile) 540
SAT Math (25th Percentile) 440
SAT Math (75th Percentile) 540
SAT Writing (25th Percentile) 430
SAT Writing (75th Percentile) 530
Franklin Pierce University ACT SCORES
ACT Composite (25th Percentile) 18
ACT Composite (75th Percentile) 21
ACT English (25th Percentile) 17
ACT English (75th Percentile) 22
ACT Math (25th Percentile) 17
ACT Math (75th Percentile) 22
ACT Writing (25th Percentile) 4
ACT Writing (75th Percentile) 8
 
Franklin Pierce University Programs
 

Number of Reported Graduates Last Year
(According to the US National Center for Education Statistics)

Program Name Certificate Associate Bachelor Master Doctorate
Area, ethnic, cultural, and gender studies 20
American/United States Studies/Civilization 20
Biological and biomedical sciences 20
Biology/Biological Sciences, General 20
Business, management, marketing, and related support services 34 122 43
Accounting 13 7
Accounting and Finance 2 29
Business Administration and Management, General 16 0 39
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other 59
Finance and Financial Management Services, Other 1 1
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 4
Marketing/Marketing Management, General 2 26
Communication, journalism, and related programs 31
Advertising 0
Mass Communication/Media Studies 31
Communications technologies/technicians and support services 8
Graphic Communications, Other 8
Computer and information sciences and support services 2 20 10
Computer Science 2 5
Information Technology 15 10
Education 11 33 5
Curriculum and Instruction 1
Education, General 11 0
Educational Leadership and Administration, General 5
Elementary Education and Teaching 0 17
Secondary Education and Teaching 4
Special Education and Teaching, General 11
English language and literature/letters 14
English Language and Literature, General 14
Health professions and related clinical sciences 0 2 3 35
Health/Health Care Administration/Management 0 3
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD) 0 0
Nursing, Other 2
Physical Therapy/Therapist 35
History 10
History, General 10
Legal professions and studies
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities 5 19
General Studies 5 18
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other 1
Mathematics and statistics 1
Mathematics, General 1
Multi/interdisciplinary studies 0
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other 0
Natural resources and conservation 5
Environmental Science 5
Parks, recreation, leisure, and fitness studies 14
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 14
Psychology 20
Psychology, General 20
Public administration and social service professions 3 18
Human Services, General 3 8
Social Work 0 10
Security and protective services 4 61
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration 4 61
Social sciences 15
Anthropology 8
Political Science and Government, Other 7
Visual and performing arts 31
Arts Management 8
Fine/Studio Arts, General 9
Music, General 8
Theatre/Theatre Arts Management 6
 
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