77%

Acceptance Rate

$11,362

Avg.Financial Aid

003036

FAFSA Code

Franciscan University of Steubenville

  • Type Control of Institution - Public/Private

    Private, Not-For-Profit

  • Acceptance Rate:

    N/A

  • Level

    4 Years

  • Religious Affiliation Indicates religious affiliation (denomination) for private not-for-profit institutions that are religiously affiliated.

    Roman Catholic

  • Accreditation Accreditation is the process by which the quality of learning at various educational institutions are evaluated. Read More.

    HLC

  • Website

    www.franciscan.edu
  • Student Population Number of Students attending College

    3,028

  • On Campus Housing Does the institution provide on-campus housing?

    Yes

Franciscan University of Steubenville is a private, Roman Catholic university located in Steubenville, Ohio. Interestingly, Franciscan University of Steubenville has an ethnically diverse student population. At FUS around 78% are white, 14% belong to Hispanic ethnicity, and 2% are Asian. And, at the university, around 96% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 59% of the students are females and 41% are males. Some of the notable alumni which the school has produced in its several years of existence are Jeff Fortenberry, Regina Doman, Princess Alexandra of Luxembourg, and Jonathan Morris. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and, hence encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. Students taking admission here will notice that the university boasts of a decent sports infrastructure. Taking into account all the undergraduate and graduate degrees, including both residential and online, FUS offers around 128 programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

Location & Contact

Email:

N/A

Address

1235 University Blvd

Rankings

As long as US universities are concerned, the rankings which are provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere. When it comes to the ranking of a university or any educational institution, the more information a student has, the better. The ranking of a university helps a student in many ways. It helps them overcome the confusion of which university/college is good for them and also other prospects. Before taking admission, a student assesses their chosen university on various factors like research excellence, the performance of its students after graduation, and their experience, among others. Notably, for the rankings, the two publications, US News and Forbes, are trusted everywhere. However, it is to be noted that Franciscan University of Steubenville does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking by these two publications.

Admissions

  • Application Deadline Deadline for application submissions. Please contact the school for more details.

    None

  • Acceptance Rate Percentage of applicants who are accepted in an Institution.

    77%

  • SAT Range

    1060 - 1280

  • SAT/ACT

    Required

  • ACT Range

    22 - 28

  • High School GPA

    Required

  • Application Fee

    FALSE$

  • Accept Common App

    None

Admission to the university is fairly easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. Franciscan University of Steubenville has 4 admission thresholds. The students are required to submit a fee along with the admission form, in order to be considered for admission at Franciscan University of Steubenville. It is a non-refundable amount. As per the past trends, the SAT score of a student must lie in the range of 1090-1300 to improve her chances. Notably, students securing ACT score less than 22 might also given admission but the average ACT score at Franciscan University of Steubenville is 25. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, Ohio 43952-1763, or call (740) 283-3771.

Annual Cost to Attend

  • Net Price Cost of attendance minus any grants and scholarships received.

    $25,908

  • Average Annual Cost

    $27,170

Additional Costs:

  • Books And Supplies

    $39,200

  • Other Fees

    $460

  • Room And Board The charges for an academic year for Rooming accommodations and meals for a typical student.

    $8,500

  • Budget For Other Expenses

    $1,870

Total One Year Cost

$39,200

Before applying to FUS, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The full-time cost of attendance is approximately $39,085 per year. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($28,880), books and supplies ($1,200), room and boarding ($8,680), and budget for other expenses ($1,965). If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.

Academics

Highest Degree Offered The highest degree offered by the Institution.

Master's degree

Student:Faculty Ratio

15:1

Full-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

86%

Part-Time Retention Rate Percent of the that re-enrolled at the institution as either full- or part-time in the current year.

50%

Academic Calendar

Semester

Research Funding per Student

N/A

Faculty Overview

75%

Male Professors

25%

Female Professors

Non-traditional Learning

Evening Degree Programs

Teacher Certification

Distance Education

Study Abroad

Majors

Most Popular Majors:

  • Theological and Ministerial Studies

    100 Graduates

  • Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...

    53 Graduates

  • Registered Nursing, Administration,...

    50 Graduates

  • Teacher Education and Professional...

    44 Graduates

  • Psychology, General

    41 Graduates

  • Religious Education

    41 Graduates

  • Business Administration, Management...

    35 Graduates

  • Communication and Media Studies

    28 Graduates

  • Psychology, General

    41 Graduates

  • Religious Education

    41 Graduates

  • Business Administration, Management...

    35 Graduates

  • Communication and Media Studies

    28 Graduates

  • Philosophy

    25 Graduates

  • Social Work

    24 Graduates

  • Biology, General

    22 Graduates

  • English Language and Literature, Ge...

    19 Graduates

  • Accounting and Related Services

    15 Graduates

  • History

    15 Graduates

  • Marketing

    15 Graduates

  • Mathematics

    14 Graduates

  • Political Science and Government

    14 Graduates

  • Computer and Information Sciences,...

    9 Graduates

  • Economics

    8 Graduates

  • Finance and Financial Management Se...

    8 Graduates

  • Romance Languages, Literatures, and...

    8 Graduates

  • Sociology

    7 Graduates

  • Anthropology

    6 Graduates

  • Religious/Sacred Music

    5 Graduates

  • Chemistry

    3 Graduates

  • Computer Science

    3 Graduates

  • Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft

    3 Graduates

  • International Business

    3 Graduates

  • Classics and Classical Languages, L...

    1 Graduates

  • Legal Professions and Studies, Othe...

    1 Graduates

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Student Body

Undergraduate Students

2,241

Socio-Economic Diversity Percent of full-time, first-time students receiving an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

42%

Full-time / Part-time

91% / 9%

Students Gender

Male

40%

US National: 44%

Female

60%

US National: 56%

LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS

ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER

Race/Ethnicity

White

79%

Unknown

2%

Black

1%

Hispanic

13%

Two or more races

2%

Non Resident alien

1%

Asian

2%

American Indian/Alaska native

0%

Native Hawaiians/Pacific islander

0%

Geographic Density

Geographic Density

High

0%

Unknown Location

75%

Out Of State

24%

In State

1%

Foreign

Economic Diversity

36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.

Median Household Income

$66,586 per year

Campus Life

Housing

The students can reside on campus and 93% of Freshman Live On-Campus.

On Campus Housing Available

Yes

Freshmen Required to Live on Campus

No

Freshmen Live on Campus

93%

Undergrads in College Housing

N/A

Averege Housing Cost

$4,900/year

Campus Food

The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $3,600/year.

Meal Plan Available

Yes

Average Meal Plan Available

$3,600/year

Athletes

Division Sports Nickname

Barons

School Colors

green and gold

Varsity Athletics Association

NCAA

Varsity Athletics Conference Primary

Not applicable

Total Male Athletes

114

Total Female Athletes

138

Intramural Sports

8

Sports Club

1

Sports Team (Men)

Baseball

Basketball

Cross Country

Lacrosse

Rugby

Soccer

Tennis

Track and Field

Sports Team (Women)

Basketball

Cross Country

Golf

Lacrosse

Soccer

Softball

Swimming and Diving

Tennis

Track and Field

Volleyball

Campus Security

The university offers on-campus housing facilities to the students who wish to stay on the campus. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $8,680 per year. The average meal plan at FUS costs around $3,600 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. The university has taken a lot of measures to ensure the safety and security of its students. Some of these measures include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The university has enrolled around 41% male and 59% female students.

24-Hour Security Patrol

Campus Emergency Phones

24-Hour Escort Safety rides

Mobile Campus Emergency Alert

After Graduation

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation

$31,900/year

Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation

$37,700/year

Median Total Debt After Graduation The median cumulative federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated.

$20,000 - $27,000

Typical Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 4.53% interest rate.

$208 - $280

Outcomes 8 Years of Attending

Show data for students who

and started their studies

Out of 7,811 students

30% Graduated

10% Still Enrolled

15% Transfer

1% Withdraw

Financial Aid

Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid.

99%

Average Aid Per Year

$11,362

Students Receiving Federal Grants

24%

Average Aid Per Year

$4,336

Students Receiving State Aid

7%

Average Aid Per Year

$1,808

Students Receiving Institutional Grants

97%

Average Aid Per Year

$10,400

Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income Aid awarded based on the family income.

Income

Average Amount

< $30K

$19,969

$30K - $48K

$17,642

$48K - $75K

$17,551

$75K - $110K

$14,749

> $110K

$9,780

As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at FUS to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. At the university, the average federal grant comes to be around $3,854, whereas the financial aid is $10,891. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $2,030 as well as institutional aid worth $10,891.

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