Franklin Pierce University

read moreFranklin Pierce is a private, non-profit, regionally-accredited University where every student has the opportunity to discover their passion and greatest potential. Frank S. DiPietro, who founded the college in 1962 and served as Pierce's first president, maintained the perspective that "only the small college can provide the intimate relationships between those who learn and those who teach." More than five decades later, the University remains committed to this vision. With an environment that fosters intellectual curiosity and a sense of place, the community of educators at Pierce prepares every graduate for life on the other side of a degree through a combination of personalized teaching, and experiential and applied learning, including research, internships, and co-ops.

read moreAt Franklin Pierce, you draw on a firm foundation in liberal arts to build the knowledge and skills you need to succeed in your career. You'll study in small classes with faculty who provide guidance and hands-on learning opportunities. You'll learn to think critically and communicate effectively. You'll bring knowledge from a wide range of disciplines to educate, inform, and find robust solutions to social challenges. In small classes (average 12:1 students:teacher) on our Rindge campus or online, you'll work with faculty who are passionate about their fields.

read moreFranklin Pierce University delivers programs and educational experiences that develop essential intellectual and professional skills; promotes close community connections; and empowers our students to realize their potential through the intersection of highly personalized liberal learning, innovative engagement, and professional programming. Franklin Pierce University will be a leader in innovative teaching and experiential learning, having a positive social and economic impact on its communities.