Club Scientific franchise: cost, fees and total investment
Short answer: The Club Scientific franchise fee is $14,900 to $19,900 and the total initial investment ranges from $150,755 to $271,000, with about $35,000 in liquid cash required, based on franchise disclosure data compiled in October 2026. Confirm current figures in Items 5 and 7 of the Club Scientific FDD.
What are the Club Scientific franchise fees and investment?
The Club Scientific franchise requires a franchise fee of $14,900 to $19,900 and a total initial investment of $150,755 to $271,000. 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) | $14,900 to $19,900 |
|---|---|
| Total initial investment (FDD Item 7) | $150,755 to $271,000 |
| Minimum liquid cash | $35,000 |
| US locations | 1 |
| Industry | Education & Children |
| Headquarters | Lansing, Michigan |
| Founded | 2013 |
| Franchising since | 2013 |
How does the Club Scientific investment compare with other education & children franchises?
Club Scientific's minimum investment of $150,755 is above the median minimum investment of $118,363 across the 231 education & children franchises in the SelectFranchiseList database. 100 of the other 230 brands in this industry start at a higher investment. Its franchise fee starting at $14,900 compares with an industry median of $42,500.
By minimum investment, Club Scientific belongs with franchises from $100,000 to $250,000.
What should you verify in the Club Scientific FDD?
Verify six parts of the Club Scientific 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 Club Scientific 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 Club Scientific?
These education & children franchises have the closest minimum investment to Club Scientific:
| Franchise | Franchise fee | Total investment |
|---|---|---|
| Code Wiz | $45,000 | $150,000 to $237,400 |
| Tipsy Tie Dye | $45,000 | $150,000 to $315,200 |
| One River School | $45,000 | $153,500 to $449,600 |
| Huntington Learning Center | $36,000 | $159,367 to $298,357 |
| Bricks 4 Kidz | $43,000 | $141,350 to $183,350 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a Club Scientific franchise cost?
The total initial investment for a Club Scientific franchise ranges from $150,755 to $271,000, including a franchise fee of $14,900 to $19,900, 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 Club Scientific franchise?
Club Scientific lists a minimum of about $35,000 in liquid cash. Lenders usually finance part of the remaining investment, and the franchisor confirms its capital requirements during qualification.
How many Club Scientific locations are there?
Club Scientific reported 1 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 Club Scientific been franchising?
Club Scientific started offering franchises in 2013 after the company was founded in 2013.
Figures are compiled from franchise disclosure data and public franchise listings as of October 2026 and may have changed. Club Scientific and its trademarks belong to their owner; SelectFranchiseList is not affiliated with or endorsed by Club Scientific. This page is not an offer to sell a franchise. Only the franchisor's current FDD is authoritative.