Partnership with Franklin University
Continuing Education
Your ATE training is just the beginning. Take the next step toward a college degree with exclusive benefits through our Franklin University partnership.
ATE × Franklin University
All Advanced Technology Education students and employees can take advantage of free textbooks and a 10% discount toward Franklin's associate and bachelor's degree programs. Staff and instructors receive a 20% discount on Franklin's master's programs.
Partnership Benefits
Exclusive advantages available to all ATE students, employees, staff, and instructors.
Free Textbooks
All ATE students and employees receive free textbooks for Franklin University courses — eliminating one of the biggest barriers to higher education.
10% Tuition Discount
Students and employees receive a 10% discount toward Franklin's associate and bachelor's degree programs.
20% Master's Discount
ATE staff and instructors receive a 20% discount on Franklin's master's programs — invest in your career growth.
Up to 40 Credit Hours
Fast-track your associate degree by transferring up to 40 hours of college credit from your prior learning and ATE training.
Featured Program
A.A.S. IT-Project Management
Fast-track the route to your associate degree with Franklin's A.A.S. IT-Project Management. This program is designed to help you maximize your previous learning by accepting up to 40 hours of college credit.
Up to 30 of those 40 hours can be collected through prior learning credit — awarded for the completion of professional training or industry-aligned certificates received at ATE.
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- ATE certificates count as college credit
- No need to retake courses you already know
- Finish your degree faster and for less
How It Works
Four simple steps from ATE training to your college degree.
Complete ATE Training
Finish your certification or professional training program at ATE.
Earn Prior Learning Credit
Your ATE certificates can count toward up to 30 hours of college credit at Franklin.
Apply to Franklin
Submit your application through the ATE partnership portal at franklin.edu/ATE.
Start Your Degree
Begin your A.A.S. or bachelor's program with your credits already applied and tuition discount active.
Ready to Take the Next Step?
Apply through the Franklin University ATE partnership portal and start your degree journey today.