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Catholic college

Franciscan University of Steubenville

  • LocationSteubenville, OH
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 3,750 students
  • SponsorFranciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular (TOR), Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus
  • TraditionFranciscan

Franciscan University of Steubenville is a Catholic university in Steubenville, Ohio, owned and operated by the Third Order Regular Franciscan friars. Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday and four times on Sunday, confession four times a week, and perpetual Eucharistic adoration in the Portiuncula chapel during the school year. The core requires three theology and three philosophy courses of B.A. students and five combined philosophy and theology courses of B.S. students, and residence halls are designated for men or women.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 10

  • Monday–Friday6:30 AMChrist the King Chapel
  • Monday–Friday12:05 PMChrist the King Chapel · Livestreamed.
  • Monday–Friday4:45 PMChrist the King Chapel
  • Saturday11:00 AMChrist the King Chapel
  • Sunday8:00 AMChrist the King Chapel
  • Sunday10:00 AMChrist the King Chapel
Show 4 more mass times
  • Sunday12:00 PMChrist the King Chapel · Livestreamed.
  • Sunday8:00 PMChrist the King Chapel
  • Saturday9:00 AMChrist the King Chapel · Byzantine Divine Liturgy, monthly only: September 12, October 17, and November 14, 2026.
  • Sunday2:00 PMChrist the King Chapel · Maronite Rite Liturgy, monthly only: September 13, October 18, and November 15, 2026.

Confession 2

  • Tuesday, Thursday7:00 PM–8:00 PMChrist the King Chapel · During the school year.
  • Wednesday, Friday3:00 PM–4:00 PMChrist the King Chapel · During the school year.

Adoration 1

  • Sunday–Saturday12:00 AM–11:59 PMPortiuncula Chapel · Perpetual adoration (24/7) during the school year once students fill the weekly holy-hour sign-ups; not during breaks. Outside the school year the chapel is open daily 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 8, 2026.

Sources for these times (2)
  1. How Can We Pray for You | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Byzantine Divine Liturgy Fall 2026 September 12th October 17th November 14th 9:00 AM Christ the King Chapel”
    A Byzantine Divine Liturgy is celebrated monthly in fall 2026 at 9:00 AM.
    “Maronite Rite Liturgy Fall 2026 September 13th October 18th November 15th 2:00 PM Christ the King Chapel”
    A Maronite Rite Liturgy is celebrated monthly in fall 2026 at 2:00 PM.
    “Confession schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Tuesday & Thursday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Wednesday & Friday: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM”
    Confession is scheduled four times a week in Christ the King Chapel.
    “Confession schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Tuesday & Thursday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Wednesday & Friday: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM”
    Confession is scheduled four times a week in Christ the King Chapel.
  2. The Portiuncula | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/pray/the-portiuncula · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “The Portiuncula is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., except during the school year when perpetual adoration begins and it is open 24/7.”
    The Portiuncula chapel is open daily, and around the clock for perpetual adoration during the school year.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Franciscan University of Steubenville, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Stanislaus Catholic Church: 0.8 mi1St. Peter Catholic Church: 0.9 mi2Saint Anthonys Catholic Church: 1.3 mi3Cathedral of the Holy Name of Jesus: 1.5 mi4Holy Rosary Catholic Church: 2.2 mi5Saint Paul Catholic Church: 2.3 mi6Chapel Ministries, Christ the King Chapel: 0.2 miFranciscan University of Steubenville (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Stanislaus Catholic Church — 0.8 mi
  2. St. Peter Catholic Church — 0.9 mi · 425 North 4th Street, Steubenville
  3. Saint Anthonys Catholic Church — 1.3 mi
  4. Cathedral of the Holy Name of Jesus — 1.5 mi · 411 South 5th Street, Steubenville
  5. Holy Rosary Catholic Church — 2.2 mi
  6. Saint Paul Catholic Church — 2.3 mi · 140 Walnut Street, Weirton

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

ASacramental life: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (Monday-Friday at 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, and 4:45 PM in Christ the King Chapel.)
    Sources (1)
    1. How Can We Pray for You | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
      Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Two or more weekend Masses (Four Sunday Masses (8 AM, 10 AM, 12 PM, 8 PM); the Saturday 11 AM Mass is a morning Mass, not a vigil.)
    Sources (1)
    1. How Can We Pray for You | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
      Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Scheduled confession on campusThree or more scheduled times per week (Tuesday and Thursday 7-8 PM. Wednesday and Friday 3-4 PM, during the school year.)
    Sources (1)
    1. How Can We Pray for You | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Confession schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Tuesday & Thursday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Wednesday & Friday: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM”
      Confession is scheduled four times a week in Christ the King Chapel.
      “Confession *during the school year Location: Christ the King Chapel”
      The confession schedule applies during the school year.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Eucharistic adorationEvery weekday or more often, or perpetual adoration (Perpetual (24/7) adoration in the Portiuncula during the school year.)
    Sources (1)
    1. The Portiuncula | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/pray/the-portiuncula · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Portiuncula is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., except during the school year when perpetual adoration begins and it is open 24/7.”
      The Portiuncula chapel is open daily, and around the clock for perpetual adoration during the school year.
      “At the beginning of each semester, students sign up for a weekly holy hour commitment, and once all slots are filled “The Port” is open for continuous eucharistic adoration, 24/7, except during breaks.”
      Students sign up for weekly holy hours to sustain 24/7 Eucharistic adoration in the Portiuncula each semester.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priests serving studentsAt least one full-time priest chaplain (or a resident community of priests serving campus ministry) (Fr. Shawn Roberson, T.O.R., University Chaplain; the Third Order Regular friars own and operate the university.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Roberson, Fr. Shawn | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/dt_team/fr-shawn-roberson · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Shawn Roberson, T.O.R. University Chaplain The chaplain is the spiritual leader and pastor of the University community.”
      Fr. Shawn Roberson, T.O.R., is the University Chaplain.
    2. The Franciscans, TOR | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/the-franciscans-tor · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, which owns and operates Franciscan University, was established in Loretto, PA, on September 25, 1910.”
      The Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus of the Third Order Regular Franciscans owns and operates the university.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
    Sources (1)
    1. The Portiuncula | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/pray/the-portiuncula · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Portiuncula is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., except during the school year when perpetual adoration begins and it is open 24/7.”
      The Portiuncula chapel is open daily, and around the clock for perpetual adoration during the school year.
      “Nestled in a grove of trees opposite Christ the King Chapel, the Portiuncula beckons students and visitors alike to “come and spend an hour with the Lord” in prayer.”
      The Portiuncula adoration chapel stands on campus opposite Christ the King Chapel.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration30 or more times a week (33 weekly times documented: 22 Mass, 4 confession, 7 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
ATheology and core curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and core curriculum

86 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsTwo courses (B.A. students take three theology courses. B.S. students take five courses from the three-course theology and three-course philosophy lists combined; every bachelor's student takes at least two theology courses.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Franciscan University - Core Curriculum Requirementsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/degree-requirements-and-graduation/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Bachelor of Arts students are required to complete one American founding principles course, one Catholic traditions in fine arts course, one history course, two literature courses, either one math or one economics course, two natural science courses, three philosophy courses, one social science course, and three theology courses”
      Bachelor of Arts students take three philosophy and three theology courses in the core (2026-27 catalog).
      “Bachelor of Science students are required to complete one American founding principles course, one Catholic traditions in fine arts course, one economics course, one history course, one literature course (ENG 211), one math course, two natural science courses, five philosophy and theology courses, and one social science course”
      Bachelor of Science students take five philosophy and theology courses combined in the core.
      “Theology Core (THE): THE 101 | Foundations of Catholicism | 3 | THE 110 | The Word of God: Scripture and Tradition | 3 | THE 115/THE 515 | Christian Moral Principles | 3 |”
      The theology core consists of three courses: Foundations of Catholicism, The Word of God: Scripture and Tradition, and Christian Moral Principles.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)At least one required course is explicitly Catholic theology (All three theology core courses (Foundations of Catholicism. The Word of God: Scripture and Tradition. Christian Moral Principles) are explicitly Catholic in their catalog descriptions. B.A. students take all three.)
    Sources (4)
    1. Franciscan University - Core Curriculum Requirementsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/degree-requirements-and-graduation/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Theology Core (THE): THE 101 | Foundations of Catholicism | 3 | THE 110 | The Word of God: Scripture and Tradition | 3 | THE 115/THE 515 | Christian Moral Principles | 3 |”
      The theology core consists of three courses: Foundations of Catholicism, The Word of God: Scripture and Tradition, and Christian Moral Principles.
    2. Franciscan University - THE 101 Foundations of Catholicismfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/courses/the-theology-course-descriptions/100/the-101 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Introduces the student to the teaching of the Catholic Church as it is rooted in Scripture and Tradition and faithfully proclaimed by the Church's magisterium (teaching office).”
      THE 101 Foundations of Catholicism teaches Catholic doctrine.
    3. Franciscan University - THE 110 The Word of God: Scripture and Traditionfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/courses/the-theology-course-descriptions/100/the-110 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Based on the Catholic doctrine of revelation and its reception as expressed in Dei Verbum, the course examines the central teachings of the Catholic Faith”
      THE 110 examines central teachings of the Catholic faith through Scripture and Tradition.
    4. Franciscan University - THE 115 Christian Moral Principlesfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/courses/the-theology-course-descriptions/100/the-115 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “with a thorough look at the contemporary understanding of Christian moral theology as it is articulated by the magisterium of the Catholic Church”
      THE 115 Christian Moral Principles studies moral theology as taught by the Catholic Church's magisterium.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsTwo courses (B.A. students take three philosophy courses. B.S. students take five from the combined philosophy and theology lists; at least two philosophy courses.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Franciscan University - Core Curriculum Requirementsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/degree-requirements-and-graduation/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Bachelor of Arts students are required to complete one American founding principles course, one Catholic traditions in fine arts course, one history course, two literature courses, either one math or one economics course, two natural science courses, three philosophy courses, one social science course, and three theology courses”
      Bachelor of Arts students take three philosophy and three theology courses in the core (2026-27 catalog).
      “Bachelor of Science students are required to complete one American founding principles course, one Catholic traditions in fine arts course, one economics course, one history course, one literature course (ENG 211), one math course, two natural science courses, five philosophy and theology courses, and one social science course”
      Bachelor of Science students take five philosophy and theology courses combined in the core.
      “Philosophy Core (PHL): PHL 113/PHL 503 | Philosophy of the Human Person | 3 | PHL 211/PHL 511 | Metaphysics | 3 | PHL 212/PHL 512 | Foundations of Ethics | 3 |”
      The philosophy core consists of three courses: Philosophy of the Human Person, Metaphysics, and Foundations of Ethics.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionYes, stated in the catalog or core description
    Sources (1)
    1. Core Curriculum at Franciscan University | Undergraduate Coursesacademics.franciscan.edu/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “You will take courses that teach about understanding the human person from the perspective of Catholic faith and reason”
      The core curriculum description names Catholic faith and reason as a framework of the core.
      “Our core curriculum is inspired by the vision of Catholic education expressed by St. John Paul II in Ex Corde Ecclesiae.”
      The university states that its core curriculum is grounded in Ex Corde Ecclesiae.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology Degree Programs, Major | Ohio | Catholic Universityspt.franciscan.edu/programs/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Find real answers to these “big questions” about God, man and woman, and the world, when you become a Franciscan University theology major”
      A theology major is offered.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsYes
    Sources (2)
    1. Core Curriculum at Franciscan University | Undergraduate Coursesacademics.franciscan.edu/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Our core curriculum is inspired by the vision of Catholic education expressed by St. John Paul II in Ex Corde Ecclesiae.”
      The university states that its core curriculum is grounded in Ex Corde Ecclesiae.
    2. Missions of Peace | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach/missions-of-peace · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “These missions are one way Franciscan University lives out the call of Ex Corde Ecclesiae—to serve as a living witness to Christ and his message.”
      Missions of Peace trips are framed by the university as living out Ex Corde Ecclesiae.
ACampus culture and residence life: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture and residence life

92 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)Five or more (Six ministry staff on the Chapel Ministries site: four Chapel Staff (Director of Chapel Ministries, University Chaplain, Coordinator of Liturgical Music, Coordinator of Worship) plus the Director of the Office of Evangelization and the Pastoral Associate/Coordinator for Household Life listed on the Campus Evangelization page.)
    Sources (2)
    1. How Can We Pray for You | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mr. Robert Palladino Director of Chapel Ministries View details Roberson, Fr. Shawn Fr. Shawn Roberson, T.O.R. University Chaplain View details Salamida, Maria Maria Salamida Coordinator of Liturgical Music View details Von Arx, John Paul John Paul Von Arx Coordinator of Worship”
      The Chapel Staff list names four people: the Director of Chapel Ministries, the University Chaplain, the Coordinator of Liturgical Music, and the Coordinator of Worship.
    2. Campus Evangelization | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/campus-evangelization · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Robert Lesnefsky Director of the Office of Evangelization 740-283-6335”
      Robert Lesnefsky directs the Office of Evangelization.
      “Fr. Rufino Corona T.O.R. Pastoral Associate and Coordinator for Household Life and the Office of Evangelization: Festivals of Praise, Praise and Worship Ministries 740-284-7029”
      Fr. Rufino Corona, T.O.R., is pastoral associate and coordinator for Household Life and the Office of Evangelization.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (Capture My Heart (women, each semester), the weekend Music Ministry Retreat (each semester, for music ministers), and household retreats.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Campus Evangelization | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/campus-evangelization · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Capture My Heart is a once-a-semester, off-campus, student-led retreat designed to help women embrace the invitation to fall more in love with Jesus Christ.”
      Capture My Heart is an off-campus women's retreat each semester.
    2. Franciscan University - Chapel Ministriesfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/chapel-ministries · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “An initial audition and participation in a weekend Music Ministry Retreat are required each semester for all who participate in this ministry.”
      Music ministers attend a weekend retreat each semester.
    3. Franciscan University - Householdsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/households · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Household members develop deep bonds through participation in activities such as weekly Lord’s Day celebrations (on Saturday afternoons), group prayer (typically attending one Mass a week together), retreat(s), two service projects per year, fundraising, faith-sharing groups, social events, and more.”
      Household activities include weekly Lord's Day celebrations, group prayer, retreats, service projects, and social events.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsThree or more (Over 50 faith households plus clubs such as Students for Life, Knights of Columbus, Militia Immaculata, Juventutem, Byzantine Club, and Hounds of the Lord (2025-26 Student Handbook, the newest edition).)
    Sources (2)
    1. Franciscan University - Householdsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/households · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Currently there are over 50 households involving one-third to one-half of the undergraduate student body at any given time.”
      More than 50 faith households involve one-third to one-half of undergraduates.
    2. Franciscan University - Student Life Clubs and Organizationsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/student-life-clubs-and-organizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students for Life is a student-run organization that seeks to promote a greater respect for the dignity of all human life, from the moment of conception to a natural death.”
      Students for Life is a registered student organization (2025-26 Student Handbook).
      “Our council has been serving Franciscan University since 1988 and is probably best known for its barbecues.”
      A Knights of Columbus council serves the university.
      “The Franciscan University chapter of the Militia Immaculata (MI) seeks to remain in conformity with the goals of the worldwide MI”
      A Militia of the Immaculata chapter is a student club.
      “Juventutem seeks to foster among its members a love for the Latin Mass, to strengthen relationships between its members and to assist them in developing their faith.”
      Juventutem Club fosters devotion to the Latin Mass.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex residence halls available
    Sources (1)
    1. Residence Life | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/residence-life · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Women Dorms St. Thomas More Hall Marian Hall St. Elizabeth Hall St. Agnes Hall St. Clare Hall St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall Men Dorms”
      Residence halls are designated as women's halls and men's halls.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsOvernight guests of the opposite sex not permitted (2025-26 Student Handbook (newest edition published): students may not host overnight guests of the opposite sex; opposite-sex room visits only during weekend open house hours with doors open.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Franciscan University - Quiet Hours and Open House Policyfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/university-policies-and-regulations/residence-life-policies-and-practices/quiet-hours-and-open-house-policy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Guest visits may not exceed three days per semester without prior approval of the residence director. With the permission of the Residence Life staff, guest may stay additional days for a fee of $35 per night. Students may not host guests of the opposite sex.”
      Overnight guests of the opposite sex are not permitted (2025-26 Student Handbook).
      “Open House hours are Friday, 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm, Saturday 7:00 pm - 11:00 pm, and Sunday, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm. During this time, members of the opposite sex are may visit in residence hall rooms. In the spirit of the policy, room doors must be open at all times.”
      Opposite-sex visiting in residence hall rooms is limited to open house hours on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with doors open.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Yes (Each faith household is assigned a residence hall wing where members live. Household Life is coordinated by a pastoral associate on the Chapel Ministries staff.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Franciscan University - Householdsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/households · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Each household is also assigned a wing of a residence hall where their coordinator and other members reside and where their common room is located.”
      Each faith household is assigned a residence hall wing where members live.
    2. Campus Evangelization | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/campus-evangelization · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Rufino Corona T.O.R. Pastoral Associate and Coordinator for Household Life and the Office of Evangelization: Festivals of Praise, Praise and Worship Ministries 740-284-7029”
      Fr. Rufino Corona, T.O.R., is pastoral associate and coordinator for Household Life and the Office of Evangelization.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes (Vice President for Franciscan Life in the President's Office, whose role is to reinforce the university's Catholic and Franciscan charisms through faculty and student programs.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Office of the President | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/office-of-the-president · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Father Jonathan St. Andre, TOR Father Jonathan St. Andre, TOR Vice President for Franciscan Life”
      The President's Office includes a Vice President for Franciscan Life.
    2. Father Jonathan St. Andre, TOR | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/faculty/father-jonathan-st-andre-tor · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In this role he reinforces the Catholic and Franciscan charisms of the university through faculty and student programs.”
      The Vice President for Franciscan Life is responsible for the university's Catholic and Franciscan charisms through faculty and student programs.
BService and Catholic social teaching: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

82 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (Office of Missionary Outreach (Missions of Peace, Works of Mercy, SENT) with a director and coordinator.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Missionary Outreach | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Eric Heckman Director of Missionary Outreach 740-284-5007”
      The Missionary Outreach office has a director.
    2. Works of Mercy | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach/works-of-mercy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Weekly opportunities for students to serve in Steubenville and the surrounding area.”
      Works of Mercy offers weekly local service opportunities.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumAvailable (courses or programs) (The education program lists service-learning opportunities.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Education Degree, Teaching Major | Ohio | Catholic Universityspp.franciscan.edu/programs/education · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “with valuable field experience, including international and service-learning opportunities.”
      The education program includes service-learning opportunities.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Offered (course, minor, or center) (THE 320 Catholic Social Teaching is a theology elective, not a core requirement.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Franciscan University - THE 320 Catholic Social Teachingfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/courses/the-theology-course-descriptions/300/the-320 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “THE 320 Catholic Social Teaching Is a broad study of general Church teaching on social questions with strong emphasis on the papal encyclicals and other Church documents.”
      A Catholic Social Teaching course (THE 320) is offered.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Two or more (Students for Life, Life Runners, Works of Mercy's Abortion Outreach Ministry and Students Serving Moms, and a Human Life Studies minor.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Franciscan University - Student Life Clubs and Organizationsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/student-life-clubs-and-organizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students for Life is a student-run organization that seeks to promote a greater respect for the dignity of all human life, from the moment of conception to a natural death.”
      Students for Life is a registered student organization (2025-26 Student Handbook).
      “The purpose of the Franciscan University of Steubenville Life Runners is to pray and run/walk as a team until we cross the finish line that ends abortion.”
      Life Runners is a pro-life student club.
    2. Works of Mercy | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach/works-of-mercy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mother Teresa Hospital Ministry Abortion Outreach Ministry Students Serving Moms”
      Works of Mercy sites include an Abortion Outreach Ministry and Students Serving Moms.
    3. Human Life Studies Minor Degree at a Catholic Universityspt.franciscan.edu/programs/human-life-studies-minor · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “so they will be better equipped to become effective pro-life leaders in whatever field or vocation they may enter”
      A Human Life Studies minor prepares students to be pro-life leaders.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)Two or more (Missions of Peace domestic and international mission trips and Works of Mercy weekly service with the hungry, sick, imprisoned, and homeless.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Missions of Peace | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach/missions-of-peace · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Alaska Mission Arizona Mission Belize Mission Bronx Mission Detroit Mission Dominican Republic Mission Ecuador Medical Mission Honduras Mission Los Angeles Mission Navajo Nation Mission Baltimore Mission”
      Mission trips go to sites in the U.S., Central America, and South America.
    2. Missionary Outreach | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Every year Franciscan sends out over 200 students on mission across the globe.”
      More than 200 students go on mission trips each year.
    3. Works of Mercy | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach/works-of-mercy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “students serve those who are hungry, sick, imprisoned, homeless, and forgotten right here in the Ohio Valley and nearby Pittsburgh.”
      Works of Mercy serves the hungry, sick, imprisoned, and homeless in the Ohio Valley and Pittsburgh.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Catholic mission (run with campus ministry or the mission office, or framed by Catholic social teaching)Yes
    Sources (2)
    1. Missions of Peace | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach/missions-of-peace · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “These missions are one way Franciscan University lives out the call of Ex Corde Ecclesiae—to serve as a living witness to Christ and his message.”
      Missions of Peace trips are framed by the university as living out Ex Corde Ecclesiae.
    2. Works of Mercy | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach/works-of-mercy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “students serve those who are hungry, sick, imprisoned, homeless, and forgotten right here in the Ohio Valley and nearby Pittsburgh.”
      Works of Mercy serves the hungry, sick, imprisoned, and homeless in the Ohio Valley and Pittsburgh.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday and four times on Sunday, and confession four times a week during the school year.
    Sources (1)
    1. How Can We Pray for You | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
      Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
      “Confession schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Tuesday & Thursday: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM Wednesday & Friday: 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM”
      Confession is scheduled four times a week in Christ the King Chapel.
  • The Portiuncula chapel offers perpetual Eucharistic adoration during the school year, sustained by student holy-hour sign-ups.
    Sources (1)
    1. The Portiuncula | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/pray/the-portiuncula · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Portiuncula is open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., except during the school year when perpetual adoration begins and it is open 24/7.”
      The Portiuncula chapel is open daily, and around the clock for perpetual adoration during the school year.
      “At the beginning of each semester, students sign up for a weekly holy hour commitment, and once all slots are filled “The Port” is open for continuous eucharistic adoration, 24/7, except during breaks.”
      Students sign up for weekly holy hours to sustain 24/7 Eucharistic adoration in the Portiuncula each semester.
  • B.A. students take three theology and three philosophy courses, and all theology core courses are explicitly Catholic in content.
    Sources (2)
    1. Franciscan University - Core Curriculum Requirementsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/degree-requirements-and-graduation/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Bachelor of Arts students are required to complete one American founding principles course, one Catholic traditions in fine arts course, one history course, two literature courses, either one math or one economics course, two natural science courses, three philosophy courses, one social science course, and three theology courses”
      Bachelor of Arts students take three philosophy and three theology courses in the core (2026-27 catalog).
      “Theology Core (THE): THE 101 | Foundations of Catholicism | 3 | THE 110 | The Word of God: Scripture and Tradition | 3 | THE 115/THE 515 | Christian Moral Principles | 3 |”
      The theology core consists of three courses: Foundations of Catholicism, The Word of God: Scripture and Tradition, and Christian Moral Principles.
    2. Franciscan University - THE 101 Foundations of Catholicismfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/courses/the-theology-course-descriptions/100/the-101 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Introduces the student to the teaching of the Catholic Church as it is rooted in Scripture and Tradition and faithfully proclaimed by the Church's magisterium (teaching office).”
      THE 101 Foundations of Catholicism teaches Catholic doctrine.
  • Residence halls are designated for men or women, opposite-sex overnight guests are not permitted, and faith households live together in assigned hall wings.
    Sources (3)
    1. Residence Life | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/residence-life · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Women Dorms St. Thomas More Hall Marian Hall St. Elizabeth Hall St. Agnes Hall St. Clare Hall St. Maximilian Kolbe Hall Men Dorms”
      Residence halls are designated as women's halls and men's halls.
    2. Franciscan University - Quiet Hours and Open House Policyfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/university-policies-and-regulations/residence-life-policies-and-practices/quiet-hours-and-open-house-policy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Guest visits may not exceed three days per semester without prior approval of the residence director. With the permission of the Residence Life staff, guest may stay additional days for a fee of $35 per night. Students may not host guests of the opposite sex.”
      Overnight guests of the opposite sex are not permitted (2025-26 Student Handbook).
    3. Franciscan University - Householdsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/households · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Each household is also assigned a wing of a residence hall where their coordinator and other members reside and where their common room is located.”
      Each faith household is assigned a residence hall wing where members live.

Concerns

  • B.S. students take five philosophy and theology courses combined; the minimum required of every bachelor's student is two theology and two philosophy courses.
    Sources (1)
    1. Franciscan University - Core Curriculum Requirementsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/degree-requirements-and-graduation/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Bachelor of Science students are required to complete one American founding principles course, one Catholic traditions in fine arts course, one economics course, one history course, one literature course (ENG 211), one math course, two natural science courses, five philosophy and theology courses, and one social science course”
      Bachelor of Science students take five philosophy and theology courses combined in the core.
  • Catholic social teaching is offered as a theology elective (THE 320) rather than as a core requirement.
    Sources (1)
    1. Franciscan University - THE 320 Catholic Social Teachingfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/academic-catalog-2026-2027/courses/the-theology-course-descriptions/300/the-320 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “THE 320 Catholic Social Teaching Is a broad study of general Church teaching on social questions with strong emphasis on the papal encyclicals and other Church documents.”
      A Catholic Social Teaching course (THE 320) is offered.
  • Service-learning is mentioned for the education program.
    Sources (1)
    1. Education Degree, Teaching Major | Ohio | Catholic Universityspp.franciscan.edu/programs/education · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “with valuable field experience, including international and service-learning opportunities.”
      The education program includes service-learning opportunities.

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Campus ministry home

Chapel Ministries, Christ the King Chapel

  • Address: 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, OH 43952
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: Christ the King Chapel, Portiuncula adoration chapel, Tomb of the Unborn Child, Marian Grotto, hillside Stations of the Cross, Christmas crèche

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Catholic clubs and student life

27 groups and regular activities · 21 on campus, 5 off campus, 1 location not published

Faith formation 5

  • OCIAOff campus
    Thursdays 6:30-8:30 PM
    Preparation for baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist at the Franciscan Center for Evangelization and Renewal, 114 Brady Circle East.
  • FUS Men's MinistryOn campus
    Formation in Christian discipleship, the Catholic faith, and practical life skills for men.
  • FUS Women's MinistryOn campus
    Formation and support for women students.
  • Purity recovery groupsOn campus
    Confidential men's and women's recovery groups arranged through the Office of Evangelization.
  • Priestly Discernment Program householdsOn campus
    Men in the Priestly Discernment Program live fraternal formation in the Koinonia and Living Stones households.

Retreats 2

Service 4

  • Missions of PeaceOff campus
    Spring and summer breaks
    Domestic and international mission trips; more than 200 students each year.
  • Works of MercyOff campus
    Weekly
    Local service in the Ohio Valley and Pittsburgh, including homeless, nursing home, hospital, and pregnancy-related ministries.
  • SENT MinistriesOff campus
    Student evangelization teams that give retreats and programs for young people in parishes, schools, and dioceses.
  • Mary's Meals FUSOn campus
    Club supporting Mary's Meals school feeding projects through prayer, fundraising, and awareness.

Clubs and groups 11

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Liturgy and prayer 5

  • Weekly Praise and WorshipOn campus
    Tuesdays 9-10 PM
    Student-led communal praise and worship in Finnegan Fieldhouse.
  • Festival of PraiseOn campus
    One Saturday a month, 7 PM
    Evening of adoration, praise and worship music, and a talk, coordinated with the Office of Evangelization.
  • Community RosaryOn campus
    Monday-Friday 11:00 AM
    Rosary led by the Knights of the Holy Queen Household.
  • Santa Misa en EspañolOn campus
    Monthly at 4:45 PM (fall 2026: September 10, October 8, November 11)
    Spanish-language Mass in Christ the King Chapel.
  • Liturgical ministriesOn campus
    Students serve as sacristans, altar servers, readers, extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion, ushers, and music ministers.

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (10)
  1. How Can We Pray for You | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
    “Mr. Robert Palladino Director of Chapel Ministries View details Roberson, Fr. Shawn Fr. Shawn Roberson, T.O.R. University Chaplain View details Salamida, Maria Maria Salamida Coordinator of Liturgical Music View details Von Arx, John Paul John Paul Von Arx Coordinator of Worship”
    The Chapel Staff list names four people: the Director of Chapel Ministries, the University Chaplain, the Coordinator of Liturgical Music, and the Coordinator of Worship.
    “Regular Mass schedule in Christ the King Chapel: Monday – Friday 6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM Saturday 11 AM Sunday 8AM, 10AM, 12PM, 8PM”
    Christ the King Chapel lists Mass three times each weekday (6:30 AM, 12:05 PM, 4:45 PM), Saturday at 11 AM, and four times on Sunday.
  2. Campus Evangelization | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/campus-evangelization · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Robert Lesnefsky Director of the Office of Evangelization 740-283-6335”
    Robert Lesnefsky directs the Office of Evangelization.
    “Every Tuesday night from 9 – 10 pm you’ll find up to 250 students gathered in Finnegan Fieldhouse for a time of communal praise and worship.”
    Weekly praise and worship meets Tuesday nights in Finnegan Fieldhouse.
  3. The Franciscans, TOR | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/the-franciscans-tor · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “The Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, which owns and operates Franciscan University, was established in Loretto, PA, on September 25, 1910.”
    The Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus of the Third Order Regular Franciscans owns and operates the university.
  4. Franciscan University - Householdsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/households · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Each household is also assigned a wing of a residence hall where their coordinator and other members reside and where their common room is located.”
    Each faith household is assigned a residence hall wing where members live.
  5. Household Life | Franciscan University of Steubenvillehouseholds.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Households are Spirit empowered, Christ-led groups of three or more Franciscan University students of the same sex who seek to do the will of the Father in their lives.”
    Households are same-sex student faith communities.
  6. Franciscan University - Student Life Clubs and Organizationsfranciscan.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/student-handbook-2025-2026/iii-student-activities-and-organizations/student-life-clubs-and-organizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Our council has been serving Franciscan University since 1988 and is probably best known for its barbecues.”
    A Knights of Columbus council serves the university.
  7. Missionary Outreach | Franciscan University of Steubenvillefranciscan.edu/outreach · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Eric Heckman Director of Missionary Outreach 740-284-5007”
    The Missionary Outreach office has a director.
    “Every year Franciscan sends out over 200 students on mission across the globe.”
    More than 200 students go on mission trips each year.
  8. The Portiuncula | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/pray/the-portiuncula · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Nestled in a grove of trees opposite Christ the King Chapel, the Portiuncula beckons students and visitors alike to “come and spend an hour with the Lord” in prayer.”
    The Portiuncula adoration chapel stands on campus opposite Christ the King Chapel.
  9. New Student Orientation | Franciscan University of Steubenvilleorientation.franciscan.edu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Franciscan University of Steubenville 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, OH 43952”
    The university's street address is 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, OH 43952.
  10. Tomb of the Unborn Child | Chapel Ministrieschapel.franciscan.edu/pray/tomb-of-the-unborn-child · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Set across from the Portiuncula Chapel, the Tomb of the Unborn Child serves as a peaceful place to pray for infants in the womb, expectant mothers, those healing from abortion, and all the vulnerable of the world.”
    The Tomb of the Unborn Child is a campus prayer site across from the Portiuncula.

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Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
73 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.75%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.87%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,220 · ACT 25.5
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.17 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$7,038

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
2,978
Total students3,750
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$23,589
Cost of attendance (per year)$44,580
Median federal debt at graduation$23,384
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
75%
First-year retention87%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$50,030
Admission rate58%
Students receiving Pell grants23%
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1220
SAT reading & writing590–700
SAT math520–650
ACT composite22–29
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 54 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Local Church

Diocese of Steubenville

The see is currently vacant. The Most Reverend Edward M. Lohse, Apostolic Administrator.

Source: usccb.org, usccb.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

Diocese determined from the county, using the diocese’s county list (Wikipedia). Confirm with the diocese.

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Questions families ask

Is Franciscan University of Steubenville a Catholic college?
Yes. Franciscan University of Steubenville is a Catholic college in the Diocese of Steubenville. Its sponsor is Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular (TOR), Province of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus.
What is Franciscan University of Steubenville’s Compass Score?
86 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at Franciscan University of Steubenville?
Mass is listed at Christ the King Chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is Franciscan University of Steubenville Compass Recommended?
Yes. Franciscan University of Steubenville meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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