Sylvan Learning

$SLYRF500 #98
CategoryChildren's Businesses
SubcategoryTutoring
Locations433
Franchisee Count478
Franchise Fee$46,900
Item 7 Low$117,600
Item 7 Midpoint$203,000
Item 7 High$288,400
Royalty Fees11% of Gross Sales (standard programs); 12% of Gross Sales (Sylvan Edge and ACE IT!)
Ad / Brand Fund11%
Sold Not Open37
ParentUA Holdings, LLC
Founded1979
Completeness34/34 (100%)
Years in Business46
Began FranchisingJune 2003
HQBedford, TX
Executives18
Main Phone888.338.2283
FDD IssuedApril 24, 2026
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
FDDs2026 · 2025 · 2022 🔒
Franchisor

Sylvan Learning, LLC offers franchises to operate learning centers providing specialized assessment and teaching of individualized educational programs for children in reading, mathematics, writing, and test preparation under the Sylvan Learning trademarks and system.

Sylvan Learning, LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of Unleashed Brands, LLC, which is owned by UA Holdings, LLC. Key executives include CEO Michael Browning, Jr. and CMO Kyle Martin, with a team of approximately 10 executives.

Sylvan Learning, LLC offers franchises to operate learning centers providing specialized assessment and teaching of individualized educational programs for children in reading, mathematics, writing, and test preparation under the Sylvan Learning trademarks and system.

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