About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Bernardo Gonzalez
Coordinator of Guest Services
Coordinator of Guest Services
Address
Office of Admissions
1235 University Boulevard
Steubenville, OH 439521763
1235 University Boulevard
Steubenville, OH 439521763
Phone
7402836226
Email
bgonzalez@franciscan.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
JC Williams Student Center
Sts. Cosmas and Damian Hall-Science Building
Finnegan Fieldhouse
Christ The King Chapel
Portiuncula Chapel
Sts. Cosmas and Damian Hall-Science Building
Finnegan Fieldhouse
Christ The King Chapel
Portiuncula Chapel
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Steubenville - The City of Murals
Fort Steuben Mall, Area Plazas
Fort Steuben Mall, Area Plazas
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Varies
Times: Mon Wed and Fri 10:30 am
Average Length: 2 hours
Dates: Varies
Times: Mon Wed and Fri 10:30 am
Average Length: 2 hours
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
by appointment
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
bgonzalez@franciscan.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Limitations
Maximum 1 nights stay. (Ages 16-23 only)
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
The closest Airport is Pittsburgh International.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From Northwest, North or Northeast: Take I-80 East or West to Exit 15. Go East to Rt. 11 South. Take Rt. 11 South to East Liverpool, Ohio, then take Rt. 7 South. Follow Rt. 7 South to Steubenville (approx. 1/2 hour). As you approach the city, there is a large retaining wall that runs along Rt. 7. Take the exit for Rt. 22 East: Pittsburgh/University Blvd. This exit "hugs" the retaining wall. Continue along the retaining wall and follow the signs for University Boulevard. You will intersect University Blvd. at the first stop light. Turn right onto University Blvd. From Boston, Buffalo, and Erie take I-90, not I-80, to Rt. 11.
From West, Southwest or South: Take I-70 East or West to Exit 225 (Bridgeport, Ohio). Take Route 7 North to Steubenville (approx. 1/2 hour). Look for the exit for Rt. 22 East: Pittsburgh/University Blvd. You will be turning left at the stoplight. You are now on University Blvd.
From Southeast or East: Take I-76 (Pennsylvania Turnpike ) East or West to Exit 6. Take Rt. 22 West (also 376 West and 279 South) Follow the signs for 279 South (Airport) through Pittsburgh. You will proceed through the Fort Pitt Tunnels. Continue for approx. 10 miles. Look for the exit for Rt.22 West: Weirton/Rt.30. Take Rt.22 West for about 30 miles. You will cross over the Veteran's Memorial Bridge and into Ohio. Follow the signs for University Blvd./Rt. 7 South. At the first stop light run right onto University Blvd.
Local Accommodations
The Inn at Franciscan Square (740- 282-0901), Super 8 Motel (1-800-800-8000), Hampton Inn (800-426-7866), and Microtel Inn & Suites (740-282-1800), or go to http://www.franciscan.edu/other-accommodations/
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 1,760
Acceptance Rate: 79%
Average HS GPA: 3.63
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
540 - 670
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
500 - 630
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
22 - 28
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Non-Academic
Interview
Character / Personal Qualities
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
14:1
Total Faculty
240
with Terminal Degree
124
152
Men
88
Women
6
Minority
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business Administration, Management and Operations.
Finance, General.
International Business/Trade/Commerce.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Communication and Media Studies.
Communication, General.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
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ENGINEERING.
Pre-Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Child Development.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics, General.
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
French Language and Literature.
German Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
General Studies.
Humanities/Humanistic Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Economics, General.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Religious Education.
Religious/Sacred Music.
Theology/Theological Studies.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Degrees
Associate
Bachelor's
Master's
Bachelor's
Master's
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Don Donnell
President, Starvaggi Industries
Dr. Jess Young, MD
President, SVM and B at the Cleveland Clinic
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
Opportunities at School
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Feb 15
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$13,482
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$11,640
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,456
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$11,808
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,090
Foreign Countries Represented
10
Demographics
1.91%
Asian
10.75%
Hispanic
81.70%
Caucasian
1.91%
Unknown
60% female
40% male
80% are out of state
95% are full time
5% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
80%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
92%
Campus Environment
Village
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Dorms Male
Special Needs Admissions
Program / Service Name
Disability Services
Type of Program
For all students with disabilities
Director
Tina Greathouse
College Entrance Tests Required
Yes
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
34
Number of Honor Societies
6
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
6
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
12% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Barons)
7 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Rugby
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Rugby
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Barons)
10 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Diving
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Diving
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Pittsburgh (PA)
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
