In order to transfer successfully, you must have received a cumulative college GPA of 2.2 or higher after completing at least 24 college-level credits from an accredited institution. (SAT/ACT not required).
If you have not yet received 24 college-level credits, your high school GPA and SAT or ACT score will be considered along with your college GPA. Midterm grade reports may be required.
Nursing Students
As a freshman, you may transfer to Franciscan University as a pre-nursing student or as a sophomore nursing major. If you want to transfer to the sophomore level, you must make your request in writing and have:
- Completed the nursing admission form
- Earned a minimum GPA of 2.5
- Successfully completed required freshman sciences with a grade of C or above
- Successfully completed your freshman course requirements
Note: Nursing credits earned from other institutions are not transferable. Contact the Franciscan University Office of Admissions or the Department of Nursing if you have questions.
Steps to Apply for Undergraduate Admission
- Complete the application for admission
- Send an official copy of your high school transcript to the Franciscan Admissions Office.
- If SAT or ACT scores are not part of your high school transcript you must request scores be sent to the Franciscan Admissions Office. Ask your high school for request forms. If unavailable, contact SAT or ACT and request the testing agency send directly to Franciscan Admissions.
Send transcripts, test scores, and other documents to:
Office of Admissions
Franciscan University Admissions
1235 University Boulevard
Steubenville, OH 43952
If you intend to enroll upon acceptance you must submit:
- A non-refundable enrollment deposit of $300
- A Confidential Health Record Form
- Final official transcripts of all high school and college course work
- Housing contract and roommate form (on-campus students only).