Catholic colleges that require the most theology in Ohio
Catholic colleges that require every bachelor’s student to take three or more theology courses, then those that require two.
Catholic colleges that require the most theology in Ohio6 schools
6 schools qualify, ranked by the Compass Score.
How this list is made
- Schools in Ohio.
- Catholic undergraduate colleges on the Compass. Seminaries and graduate-only schools are not counted.
- Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor’s students: three or more, or two.
- Schools requiring three or more courses come first, then schools requiring two. Within each group, higher Compass Score comes first.
- Each school needs a complete Compass Score, so every row shows a rating.
Updated Oct. 12, 2026. Methodology. Spot an error? Send a correction.
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Franciscan University of Steubenville
Steubenville, OH · Private nonprofitHonor Roll- 2 required theology courses
- Required Catholic theology
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Walsh University
North Canton, OH · Private nonprofit- 2 required theology courses
- Required Catholic theology
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Compare cost and outcomes
| School | Net price a year | Median debt | Earnings 10 years out | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franciscan University of Steubenville | $23,589 | $23,384 | $50,030 | 75% |
| Xavier University | $32,997 | $23,250 | $64,873 | 69% |
| Walsh University | $20,493 | $27,000 | $59,764 | 59% |
| John Carroll University | $28,746 | $26,000 | $62,860 | 79% |
| Ohio Dominican University | $20,079 | $26,000 | $51,748 | 41% |
| Ursuline College | $16,164 | $26,250 | $56,878 | 67% |
Net price is the average yearly cost after grants. Federal data (College Scorecard). “—” means the school reports no figure.