Brilliant Minds Academy franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Brilliant Minds Academy franchise fee is $25,000 and the total initial investment ranges from $48,200 to $170,500, with about $15,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Brilliant Minds Academy FDD.
What are the Brilliant Minds Academy franchise fees and investment?
The Brilliant Minds Academy franchise requires a franchise fee of $25,000 and a total initial investment of $48,200 to $170,500. 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) | $25,000 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $48,200 to $170,500 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $15,000 |
| US locations | 6 |
| Industry | Education & Children (School) |
| Headquarters | Dublin, California |
| Founded | 2011 |
| Franchising since | 2011 |
How does the Brilliant Minds Academy investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Brilliant Minds Academy's minimum investment of $48,200 is at or below the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 182 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $25,000 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Brilliant Minds Academy belongs with franchises under $50,000.
What should you verify in the Brilliant Minds Academy FDD?
Verify six parts of the Brilliant Minds Academy 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 Brilliant Minds Academy 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 Brilliant Minds Academy?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Brilliant Minds Academy:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Bitcoin STEM | $30,000 | $48,000 to $139,500 |
| Drama Kids | $42,500 | $48,000 to $57,000 |
| Robothink | $35,000 | $48,700 to $120,500 |
| Fastrackids | $24,000 to $30,000 | $48,717 to $203,517 |
| SwimLabs | $25,000 to $50,000 | $47,500 to $1,638,000 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Brilliant Minds Academy franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Brilliant Minds Academy franchise ranges from $48,200 to $170,500, including a franchise fee of $25,000, 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 Brilliant Minds Academy franchise?
Brilliant Minds Academy lists a minimum of about $15,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Brilliant Minds Academy locations are there?
Brilliant Minds Academy reported 6 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 Brilliant Minds Academy been franchising?
Brilliant Minds Academy started offering franchises in 2011 after the company was founded in 2011.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Brilliant Minds Academy and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Brilliant Minds Academy. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.