Study Abroad in Austria
Tuition & Financial Aid
International Students
Living Your Faith
Housing & Dining
Student Opportunities
Student Resources
Ready to embrace God’s call for your life? At Franciscan University of Steubenville, you’re immersed in a vibrant Catholic community where faith and reason shape every part of your education.
Our undergraduate admissions process provides a clear and welcoming path to a faithfully Catholic education — one that nurtures your intellectual, professional, and spiritual growth.
Take the next step toward becoming who God is calling you to be. Apply to Franciscan today.
From Anthropology to Software Engineering and everything in between, we offer more than 40 associate and bachelor’s degree programs to help you become the Catholic version of your chosen profession.
Step 1: Apply Online
To launch your student journey at Franciscan, start by completing our free online application. It only takes about 15 minutes, and we don’t require any letters of recommendation for admission.
Before beginning the application process, please read our undergraduate admissions requirements.
Additionally, since we utilize rolling admissions, there are no formal deadlines. We review applications year-round so that you can apply whenever you’re ready.
Step 2: Send in Your Transcripts
High school applicants are required to submit a copy of their high school transcript with their junior year grades and senior year schedule. Transfer applicants must submit a copy of any/all college transcripts. All students will be required to submit final, official transcripts prior to enrolling at Franciscan. Please submit transcripts to [email protected] or send it via mail to:
Office of Admissions
Franciscan University of Steubenville
1235 University Boulevard
Steubenville, OH 43952
If you are transferring from another institution, you must submit official transcripts from every institution attended. For more details, explore our transfer admissions information.
Step 3: Submit Your Test Scores or a Personal Essay
Along with your application and transcripts, high school applicants must submit either their SAT, ACT, or CLT score or a short personal essay.
Essay Prompt:
At Franciscan University, our mission is “to educate, evangelize, and send forth joyful disciples.” Share a story or example from your life that shows how your faith and intellectual growth have shaped you into who you are today. How do you hope your time at Franciscan University will help you continue to grow spiritually and academically?
Please email your essay to [email protected] with the subject line: “Undergraduate Admissions Essay.”
Step 4: Receive Your Admissions Decision
After applying, you can expect to receive your admissions decision in two weeks.
Once accepted, you must submit your deposit to secure your enrollment. Deposits are due by May 1 for fall enrollment and by December 1 for spring enrollment. Deposits received after these dates will be on a space-available basis. Follow along with our enrollment checklist to stay on track as you begin your Franciscan journey.
Enrollment ChecklistJoin us for a visit and discover life at Franciscan. While touring our beautiful campus, you can attend mass, learn more about our rigorous programs, and connect with admissions staff, faculty, and other students.
Visit Franciscan Take a Virtual Tour Directions to CampusWhen you apply to Franciscan, our admissions team guides you every step of the way. From answering your questions to helping you choose the right undergraduate major, your counselors offer practical support to nurture your growth.