Ph.D. General Program Policies

The following policies govern all doctoral programs at Franklin. They establish the overarching framework for admission, supervision, program structure, and degree requirements. Individual Ph.D. programs may impose additional regulations that reflect the standards and expectations of the relevant discipline. These program-specific policies complement, but do not replace, the general policies outlined here.

All Ph.D. degrees offered by Franklin are Swiss-accredited credentials. They are not recognized by U.S. accrediting bodies.