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Mad Science

Childrens Services

Initial Investment

$132,000 – $192,000

Liquid Capital Required

$50,000

Franchise Fee

$39,000

Royalty

8%

About Mad Science

Mad Science® is the world leader in science enrichment programming. Our STEM programs help kids see the fun side of science and allow them to explore the world in an interactive environment that feels like play! We operate over 100 franchise locations across 20 different countries. Unlock your success by partnering with the world’s market leader in providing fun, hands-on, science-based programs and activities with close to 40 years of experience. You will tap into a year-round business with 6 steady revenue streams - after-school programs, pre-school programs, camps, birthday parties, workshops and special events. Our extensive and innovative programs also include NASA® Academy of Future Space Explorers and BRIXOLOGY Engineering Program featuring LEGO® bricks. The Mad Science Group® attracts media attention including CNN, The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and hundreds of community newspaper and television stations around the world. It is a powerful brand name with 122,000 annual presentations and 144 MILLION annual consumer impressions. This franchise has a proven business model with more than 40 years of franchising experience.

WHY Mad Science?

Proven franchise model with over 35 years of experience and success in franchising
STEM is a fast growing segment
Comprehensive training & ongoing support

OUR IDEAL FRANCHISEE

Sales and Marketing Experience
Management Experience
Resides in Desired Territory

AVAILABLE MARKETS
US markets available: All except noted below

HOT Regions/Desirable: All

NOT available: None

Available in Canada: Yes

International Referrals: Yes

BACKGROUND
Year founded: 1985

Year Franchised: 1995

Number of franchises currently operating: 106

Number of International franchises currently operating:

Number of corporate owned franchises: 9

Home Based: Yes

Absentee ownership available: No

Semi-Absentee ownership available: No

Accepting Master Franchisor and Area Developer Referrals: No

Average number of employees required: 0

E2 Visa Friendly:

FINANCIAL DETAILS

Franchise Fee: $39,000

Providing earnings guidance in Item 19 in FDD: No

Total Investment: $132,000 - $192,000

Minimum Net Worth: $200,000

Royalty: 8%

Ad: .5%

Financial assistance available: No

VetFran program: No

SUPPORT & TRAINING PROVIDED
Training and support program details:

Personalized training, which includes operations, staff and equipment management methods, marketing strategies, and sales techniques.

Cost for Training:

Lodging and airfare included:

Site Selection Assistance: Yes

Lease Negotiation Assistance: Yes
Mentor following training: Yes

Length of mentoring Franchisee: Ongoing franchise support from your own dedicated account manager.

Last updated: 10/26/2026

Liaison: Angela Alvarez, CFPC

Key Details

Initial Investment

$132,000 – $192,000

Liquid Capital Required

$50,000

Franchise Fee

$39,000

Royalty

8%

Total Units

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Founded

1985

Began Franchising

1995

Status

Active

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