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Franciscan University of Steubenville, also known as FUS, is a private, Catholic institution located in Steubenville, Ohio, United States. It was established in the year 1946 as the College of Steubenville. The institution's name was changed to its current name in the year 1985. FUS offers various associate, undergraduate, and graduate degrees, as well as several certificate programs. Major degrees are provided in more than 30 diverse fields of study. The student body comprises of national and international students from all states and over 15 countries worldwide.
FUS participates in a wide variety of sports including rugby, baseball, and soccer, among others. Their athletic teams are nicknamed the Barons. They compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III.
Franciscan University Of Steubenville is in a small city, in Steubenville, OH. The school has a Roman Catholic religious affiliation. Franciscan University Of Steubenville is classified as a private, not-for-profit college. Students at the school earn degrees up to the Master's degree.
Franciscan University Of Steubenville does not admit all applicants. The middle range of verbal SAT scores in 2007 was 540 to 660 for students at the school. While math SAT scores among applicants varied, those accepted commonly had scores between 520 and 640. Franciscan University Of Steubenville attracts a fair number of students from out of state.
Some professors at the school are awarded tenure, allowing the school to retain good faculty members.
Franciscan University Of Steubenville, in 2007, had 2,434 students (2,224 full-time equivalent).
Dorm living is common. Athletic teams at Franciscan University Of Steubenville belong to the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference for major sports.
More complete details are provided below.
Franciscan University Of Steubenville
1235 University Blvd
Steubenville, OH 43952-1763
General Phone: (740) 283-3771
http://www.franciscan.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Religion And Philosophy | 227 | theology, religious education, philosophy, religious music |
| Liberal Arts | 98 | general studies, history, English, humanities, political science, anthropology, Spanish language, Classical languages, ... |
| Education And Teaching | 72 | elementary school teaching, educational administration |
| Business And Management | 65 | business management, accounting |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 42 | registered nursing, various nursing |
| Medical Support And Technology | 41 | mental health services tech |
| Therapy And Counseling | 30 | counseling psychology, psychology |
| Media | 22 | communication studies |
| Science | 17 | biology, chemistry |
| Family And Social Work | 11 | social work, child development |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 10 | computer science, computer and info science |
| Mathematics | 5 | mathematics |
| Law | 4 | legal professions |
| Engineering | 3 | engineering science |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 0 | drama |
Number of programs and degrees for Franciscan University Of Steubenville in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 479 | 31 |
| Master's degree | 129 | 7 |
| Associate's degree | 39 | 5 |
In 2007, Franciscan University Of Steubenville had a total enrollment of 2,434 students (2,224 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 74% |
| Graduate | 26% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 75% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 19% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 28% |
| 20-21 | 32% |
| 22-24 | 20% |
| 25-29 | 7% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 2% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 89 % |
Franciscan University Of Steubenville offers campus housing for 1,157 of its 2,224 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Steubenville, Ohio for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Ohio Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,273 | 1,027 | 81% | 441 | 43% |
| Men | 460 | 364 | 79% | 163 | 45% |
| Women | 813 | 663 | 82% | 278 | 42% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 540 | 660 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 640 |
| ACT Verbal | 22 | 30 |
| ACT Math | 21 | 27 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 28 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 52% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 51% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 18,180 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 18,180 |
| Room and board | $ 6,300 |
| Room charge | $ 3,600 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 2,700 |
| Books and supplies | $ 800 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,700 |
Financial Aid:
Franciscan University Of Steubenville participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 303600)
Franciscan University Of Steubenville has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 52 | 16 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 16 | 8 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 4 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 28 | $64,527 | 9 | $62,271 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 27 | $54,754 | 7 | $50,455 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 21 | $49,701 | 12 | $46,341 |
| Instructor | academic year | 4 | $44,383 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 80 | $56,330 | 28 | $52,490 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer and Information Sciences, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING
Engineering Science
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Child Development
Social Work
LAW
Legal Professions and Studies, Other
LIBERAL ARTS
Anthropology
Classics/Classical Languages, Lit & Linguistics, General
Economics, General
English Language and Literature, General
French Language and Literature
General Studies
German Language and Literature
History, General
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Sociology
Spanish Language and Literature
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Psychiatric/Mental Health Services Technician
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Nursing, Other
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
RELIGION AND PHILOSOPHY
Philosophy
Religious Education
Religious/Sacred Music
Theology/Theological Studies
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Counseling Psychology
Psychology, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Franciscan University Of Steubenville Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in religion and philosophy (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 2% |  |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Student SAT scores (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Student employment services Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching NCAA athletic conference member
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