Introduction and Overview

Geographic location: Located in the suburbs of Steubenville, Ohio, USA.

Campus size: The campus area is 1.01 square kilometers.

Number of students: There are 3,656 students in the fall of 2022, including 2,602 students on campus, offering 40 undergraduate degrees and 8 graduate degree programs.

Course settings: Covering undergraduate, master's, and associate degree programs, disciplines include theology, philosophy, nursing, business, etc.

History and establishment time

Founded in 1946, it was established by Franciscan friars of the Diocese of Steubenville at the invitation of the first bishop Anthony John King Mussio. It was originally named College of Steubenville. In 1980, it was renamed University of Steubenville and changed to its current name in 1986.

School strength

Faculty: It has 285 academic staff, 94% of whom are Catholics.

Teaching resources: It has modern teaching facilities and rich academic resources to provide students with good learning conditions. The school has also established academic partnerships with other institutions, such as the engineering dual degree program, the pharmacy doctoral dual degree program, and the 3+3 dual degree law program.

Nature of the institution

Private Catholic university, coeducational.

Educational philosophy

Based on the traditions and values ​​of the Catholic Franciscans, it is committed to cultivating students' all-round development in academic, spiritual and moral aspects, emphasizing the combination of faith and academics, and cultivating students to become moral, responsible, and faithful leaders and servants. Its mission is to educate, evangelize and send joyful disciples.

Key laboratories and disciplines

Key disciplines: Theology, catechesis and philosophy majors have the largest number of students in Catholic universities in the United States. Nursing majors are also relatively prominent. They were chartered by the Ohio government in 1984 and certified by the National Nursing League in 1985.

Key laboratories: No public key laboratory information has been found yet, but basic experimental facilities may be equipped in science and engineering and medical related majors for students to practice.

Departments

No information has been found about the school's clear division of departments.

Ranking

Ranked 223rd in USNEWS ranking and in the top 10% of the top universities in the United States by Forbes magazine.

Expenses

The detailed cost standards of the school have not been found yet, but the tuition fees of private universities in the United States are usually relatively high, ranging from tens of thousands of dollars per year. At the same time, the school will provide various forms of financial assistance, such as grants, scholarships, student loans, etc.

Campus Environment

Buildings and Facilities: The campus environment is beautiful, with modern teaching buildings, libraries, dormitories, canteens and other facilities, providing students with good learning and living conditions.

Humanistic Environment: As a Catholic university, the campus is full of a strong religious atmosphere, focusing on the spiritual growth and moral education of students, and there are various religious activities and community organizations.

Safety Guarantee: The school attaches great importance to campus safety and has taken a variety of safety measures, such as 24-hour security patrols and monitoring systems, to ensure the personal and property safety of students.