Mad Science
Education & Child Enrichment · STEM & Enrichment Programs
- Active units
- 59
- Avg unit volume
- $396k
- Royalty
- 8.0%
Franchised, year-end 2024
of weekly Net Sales
About Mad Science
Mad Science is a world-class STEM enrichment brand that aims to bring the wonders of science to kids everywhere. With programs in over 130 communities globally, Mad Science supports corporate social responsibility (CSR) and employee engagement goals through hands-on activities and educational initiatives. Their STEM enrichment programs inspire children and parents to adopt sustainable habits and become environmental stewards. They also strive to inspire young girls towards STEM-related careers, fostering a love for science from an early age. Mad Science offers customized programs that align with a company's CSR goals, promoting their brand while generating positive social impact. Their partnerships with esteemed organizations, including NASA, highlight their commitment to purpose-driven impact. Through their interactive workshops and resources, Mad Science sparks lifelong imagination and curiosity, empowering children to develop their greatest potential. Contact Mad Science today to explore a meaningful partnership and amplify your corporate contribution to society.
Key terms
- Franchise fee
$49k
- Brand fund
2.0% of Net Sales
- Local advertising
3.0% of Net Sales
- Footprint
900 – 2,000 sq ft
- Veteran discount
Not offered
Brand Percentile Rankings
Rankings compare brands in the same operating year. Fee and investment figures come from the FDD (2024 filing); filings on file: 2024, 2025.
Growth
- Total locations—
Franchised units open at year-end
- New openings—
Gross new units opened during the calendar year
- 1-year unit growth rate—
Net unit growth versus prior year
- 3-year unit CAGR—
Compound annual growth rate of unit count over the trailing 3 years
- Unit growth ratio—
Cumulative opens / closures through year-end
Unit economics
- Annual unit volume (Median)$396k
Average Gross Revenue for fiscal year ending 3/31/24 across 59 franchisees operating the entire period.
- Annual unit volume (25th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- Annual unit volume (75th percentile)—
Per FDD Item 19 disclosure
- 1-year Median AUV growth rate-2.0%
Year-over-year change in median AUV
- Store-level EBITDA Margin—
Median unit-level EBITDA / AUV
Investment profile
- Estimated initial investment$162k
Midpoint of estimated initial investment range
↓ Lower is better - Time to open4 months
Midpoint of average time from agreement to opening
↓ Lower is better - Royalty rate8.0%
Percent of net sales paid to the franchisor
↓ Lower is better - Sales-to-investment ratio2.4×
Median AUV / estimated initial investment midpoint
- Cash-on-cash returns—
Median unit-level EBITDA / estimated initial investment midpoint. Steady-state estimate; year 1 returns will be lower as the unit ramps to median volumes.
Franchisee healthLocked
- Unit closure ratio
- Transfer vs. closure ratio
- Percent multi-unit franchisees
- Litigation rate
- EBITDA multiple on sales & transfers
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Sources
Financial and operating figures are sourced from the brand's Franchise Disclosure Documents. Brand percentile rankings are based on comparisons to other brands that include the same metrics in their Franchise Disclosure Documents.