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Steubenville, Ohio

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Your chances of getting into Franciscan University of Steubenville

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Percent Admitted 

66.7%
Admission Difficulty for Franciscan University of Steubenville
Measure Difficulty
Admission Standards Challenging 
Applicant Competition Low 

Acceptance Rate

The acceptance rate at Franciscan is 66.7%.  Its admission rate is the 23rd lowest in Ohio.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into Franciscan and can you get accepted?

Franciscan is a moderately competitive school to get into. You have a strong chance of acceptance if you meet the criteria. Last year, 1,637 out of the 2,456 who applied were admitted.

Franciscan University of Steubenville typically accepts and attracts "A-" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.78. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top quarter of their high school class. 41% of those admitted chose to enroll in the school.

Can you get into Franciscan?

67% are accepted, can you get in? Use the admission calculator to see if you have the grades and test scores needed to get in. See your admission chances based on your extracurriculars, intended major, background, and more.

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Admission Requirements in Brief

To have the best chance of getting into to Franciscan University of Steubenville you should:

  • Have a high school GPA of 3.78 or better
  • Earn A- grades in high school
  • Score 1210 on the SAT
  • Score 25 on the ACT
  • Graduate in the top 25% of your high school class

Franciscan GPA

GPA Requirements & Average GPA

Avg. High School GPA 

3.78

Typical High School Grades 

A-

What GPA do you need to get into Franciscan University of Steubenville?

GPA Requirements

The GPA requirements for getting into Franciscan are to have around a 3.78 high school GPA. You are required to have exceptionally good grades and you should be graduating near the top of your class.

If your high school GPA meets these requirements, there is a good chance you will be accepted as Franciscan accepts 67% of students who apply.

Average GPA

The average unweighted GPA at Franciscan is 3.78 on the 4.0 scale. To achieve the average GPA for admission, you need to earn A- letter grades and regularly score around 90-92 percent on tests and assignments in high school.  The school ranks #6 in Ohio for highest average GPA.

Importance of GPA

Since Franciscan is a test optional college, extra focus will be placed on your GPA when the school considers your application. As a result, it is very important that you meet the GPA requirements.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.8 GPA range.

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2022

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Franciscan SAT Scores

Testing Requirements

Submission of SAT or ACT scores is not required for admission to Franciscan University of Steubenville. If you optionally submit test scores, they will be considered with your application, but they are not mandatory. 37% of students submitted SAT scores and 25% submitted ACT scores for admission for the most recent academic year..

SAT Requirements & Average SAT Score

SAT Range 

1100-1320

Applicants Submitting SAT 

37%
SAT Scores for Franciscan University of Steubenville
SAT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 570
Math 25th Percentile 530
Composite 25th Percentile 1100
SAT Scores for Franciscan University of Steubenville
SAT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 680
Math 75th Percentile 640
Composite 75th Percentile 1320
Average SAT Score 1210

SAT Scores you need to get in

What are the SAT requirements for you to be admitted to Franciscan University of Steubenville?

Average Score & Range

The average SAT score at Franciscan is 1210 out of 1600 and the range for the middle 50% of accepted students is 1100-1320. Students who get into Franciscan University of Steubenville score in the top 41 percent of all SAT test takers..  Franciscan ranks #15 in the state of Ohio for highest average SAT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

You should target scoring 1210 or above to be most competitive with other applicants. Franciscan regularly admits students with SAT scores down to 1100 on a 1600 scale. However, three quarter of admitted students score higher. If you score below a 1100, admission should be considered a reach. Some students may be accepted with minimum SAT's as low as 990, but scores this low are outside the normal range.

Score Submission Requirements

Franciscan University of Steubenville is a test optional school meaning do not have to submit SAT scores with your application. The position on SAT scores from the college is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

View other colleges which accept students in the 1210 SAT score range.

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

The table below outlines your predicted admission chances based on SAT score alone. If you are an average applicant with a score of 1210, you have around a 67% chance of being admitted. A 1320 places you well ahead of most other applicants and gives you about a 79% chance of getting in.

Franciscan University of Steubenville admission chances by SAT score
SAT Score (1600 scale) Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
1320 and Above Good >79%
1210 to 1320 Avg + 67%-79%
1100 to 1210 Avg - 52%-67%
990 to 1100 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 990 Low <36%
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Franciscan ACT Scores

ACT Requirements & Average ACT Score

ACT Range 

22-28 

Applicants Submitting ACT 

25%
ACT Scores for Franciscan University of Steubenville
ACT Test 25th Percentile Score
Reading 25th Percentile 23
Math 25th Percentile 21
Composite 25th Percentile 22
ACT Scores for Franciscan University of Steubenville
ACT Test 75th Percentile Score
Reading 75th Percentile 31
Math 75th Percentile 26
Composite 75th Percentile 28
Average ACT Score 25

ACT Scores needed to get accepted

What are the ACT requirements for students to get into Franciscan?

Score Range

The average ACT score for admitted students to Franciscan is 25, while the middle 50% of students (25th to 75th percentile) score between a 22 and 28.  The school ranks #15 in Ohio for highest average ACT composite score.

Score for Acceptance

For the best chance of admission, you should have an ACT of 25. This will place you in solid competition against other applicants. At a minimum, you should aim for a 22 and score in the score in the top 37 percent nationally. The lowest ACT score likely to be admitted is a 19.

25 percent of applicants submit ACT scores to Franciscan University of Steubenville.

Score Submission Requirements

You do not have to to submit ACT scores with your application as Franciscan University of Steubenville is test optional. The policy from the school on ACT scores is "not required for admission, but considered if submitted (test optional)".

Find other colleges with similar ACT score requirements

Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

Here are your predicted chances of getting into Franciscan for different ACT score ranges. A typical applicant with a 25 score has around 67% chance of getting in. Your odds increase to about 79% with a 28 ACT score.

Franciscan University of Steubenville admission chances by ACT score
ACT Score Competitiveness  Admission Chances 
28 and Above Good >79%
25 to 28 Avg + 67%-79%
22 to 25 Avg - 52%-67%
19 to 22 Reach 36%-52%
Less than 19 Low <36%
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High School Class Rank

74% of Franciscan University of Steubenville freshman are in the top twenty five percent of their high school graduating class and 38% are in the top ten percent.

High School Class Rank for admitted Franciscan University of Steubenville students
High School Class Rank Freshmen Within Range
Top 10% of class 38%
Top 25% of class 74%
Top 50% of class 93%
Data Source, Peterson's Data

Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed the the table below.

Franciscan University of Steubenville admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 1,411 1,045 2,456
Accepted 973 664 1,637
Acceptance Rate 69% 64% 67%
Enrolled 382 281 663
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 39% 42% 41%
Data Sources, IPEDS for Fall 2022 starting class

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to Franciscan University of Steubenville is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to Franciscan University of Steubenville and what student information is used for admission decisions?

Franciscan University of Steubenville Application Requirements
Test Scores Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Required to be considered for admission
Recommendations Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Credits Accepted

High School Credits Accepted at Franciscan University of Steubenville
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences No

Admission Requirements Summary

Because Franciscan is moderately competitive, you have a strong chance of acceptance with the right GPA and test scores. If you have a 3.78 GPA, you have a very good likelihood of getting in. A 1210 on the SAT and 25 on the ACT will further lock in your application.

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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=205957 IPEDS survey data for Franciscan University of Steubenville.

FAQs

Does Franciscan University of Steubenville prefer SAT or ACT?

37% of students submit their SAT scores to Franciscan. 25% of applicants send their ACT scores when applying.

What is my chance of getting into Franciscan University of Steubenville?

67% of those who apply are granted admission to Franciscan. Admission competition is low and the college has challenging admission standards. See if your grades and scores are good enough for admission.

What SAT score is required for Franciscan University of Steubenville?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have SAT scores between 1100 and 1320. The average SAT score is 1210. See if your SAT score is good enough for admission.

What ACT score is required for Franciscan University of Steubenville?

The middle 50% of addmitted applicants have ACT scores between 22 and 28. The average ACT score is 25. See if your ACT score is good enough for admission.