Franklin Pierce University

Franklin Pierce University requires a minimum of 120 semester hours to complete a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. FPU accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, FPU has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

FPU offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted	√
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: FPU may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Are Required At FPU?

FPU has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	No
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with FPU directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at FPU

When choosing a major, FPU students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at FPU.

Student Designed Majors

FPU allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative.

Senior Projects

FPU does not require students to complete a senior project.

Double Majoring at FPU

FPU offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to grad school.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Franklin Pierce University

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Does FPU Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ FPU offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does FPU Offer Online Classes?

✅ FPU has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does FPU Give AP Credit?

✅ FPU offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does FPU Have An Honors Program?

✅ FPU offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, and offers a Freshman Honors College. The Freshman Honors college provides a rich curriculum for highly-motivated first-year students. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at FPU.

Does FPU Require Internships?

❌ FPU studets are not required to complete an internship.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.

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Additional Information About Franklin Pierce University

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Franklin Pierce University Library

The main library on campus is the Frank S. DiPietro Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at FPU

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

FPU does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does FPU have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

FPU has an Army ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at FPU include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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