Sylvan Learning Franchise Cost (2025)
Complete cost breakdown for Sylvan Learning franchise: $108K–$239K investment, 11% royalty, franchise fee, and ongoing costs. From the official 2025 FDD.
Source: 2025 FDD filed in MN
Total Investment
$108K–$239K
Franchise Fee
$37K
Non-refundable
Royalty
11%
Gross Sales
Ad Fund
5%
Gross Sales
Ongoing Fees
Monthly and annual costs after opening.
| Fee | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Royalty | 11% of gross sales | |
| Ad Fund | 5% of gross sales | |
| Technology Fee | $114/monthly |
Revenue Context
Average Revenue
$811K
From Item 19 (2025 FDD)
Investment-to-Revenue Ratio
0.1x
Lower is better (min inv ÷ avg rev)
Annual Fee Burden
16.0%
Royalty + ad fund as % of gross sales
At average revenue of $811K, you'd pay approximately $89K/year in royalties alone, plus $41K/year in ad fund contributions.
Other Upfront Fees
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Grand Opening Marketing | — |
| Development Fee (2 territories) | — |
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