Aloha franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Aloha franchise fee is $15,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $37,075 to $95,100, with about $10,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Aloha FDD.
What are the Aloha franchise fees and investment?
The Aloha franchise requires a franchise fee of $15,000 and a total initial investment of $37,075 to $95,100. The franchise fee is one line inside the total investment, which also covers location, equipment, opening inventory and working capital.
| Franchise fee (FDD Item 5) | $15,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $37,075 to $95,100 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $10,000 |
| US locations | 100 |
| Industry | Education & Children (Supplemental & Remedial Learning) |
| Headquarters | North Potomac, Maryland |
| Founded | 2015 |
| Franchising since | 2015 |
How does the Aloha investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Aloha's minimum investment of $37,075 is at or below the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 206 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $15,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Aloha belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Aloha FDD?
Verify six parts of the Aloha Franchise Disclosure Document before you sign, because figures change with every annual FDD:
- Item 5 and Item 6: the current franchise fee, royalty, marketing fund and technology fees.
- Item 7: the full investment range by expense line, including working capital.
- Item 19: whether Aloha discloses financial performance data, and which units it covers.
- Item 20: openings, closures and transfers, plus contacts for current and former franchisees.
- Item 21: the franchisor's audited financial statements.
- Item 12: whether your territory is protected.
The full list of Items is in the FDD guide. You must receive the FDD at least 14 calendar days before you sign a binding agreement or pay any money.
Which franchises are similar to Aloha?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Aloha:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Young Engineers | $25,000 | $36,400 to $59,183 |
| Chef It Up 2 Go! | $22,500 | $36,050 to $43,525 |
| Extra Innings Sports Center | $15,000 to $23,000 | $38,100 to $557,500 |
| The Ivy Review | $27,000 | $38,486 to $64,550 |
| Hobby Quest | $28,000 | $38,925 to $53,225 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Aloha franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Aloha franchise ranges from $37,075 to $95,100, including a franchise fee of $15,000, according to franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. The exact amount depends on location, build-out and working capital, as shown in Item 7 of the FDD.
How much cash do you need to open a Aloha franchise?
Aloha lists a minimum of about $10,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Aloha locations are there?
Aloha reported 100 US locations in the data compiled in October 2026. Item 20 of the FDD shows openings, closures and transfers for the last three years.
How long has Aloha been franchising?
Aloha started offering franchises in 2015 after the company was founded in 2015.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Aloha and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Aloha. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.