by our College Data Analytics TeamCollege Factual’s Best for the Money Rankings compare the quality of a Franciscan U degree with its cost to decide whether the school is asking a fair price. Here is how Franciscan U measures up.
Franciscan U is ranked #2,291 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B- (above average for value). Within Ohio, it ranks #101 of 139 for value.
Among the majors Franciscan U offers, these rank best for value nationally.
| Major | National Value Rank |
|---|---|
| Theology | #8 of 27 |
| Theological & Ministerial Studies | #13 of 34 |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | #13 of 34 |
| Theology & Religious Vocations | #54 of 94 |
| Philosophy | #118 of 164 |
| Communications | #137 of 200 |
| Philosophy & Religious Studies | #150 of 205 |
| General Mathematics | #264 of 354 |
| Mathematics | #264 of 354 |
| Accounting / Finance | #368 of 494 |
Read the full Franciscan U value report below — how it ranks within its state, how it ranks nationwide, what a degree actually costs, and whether it makes financial sense.
Franciscan University of Steubenville is ranked #36 out of #143 in Ohio for quality and #101 out of #139 for Ohio value.
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Franciscan University of Steubenville is ranked #2,291 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Franciscan University of Steubenville is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at Franciscan U costs about $24,850. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $99,401 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $44,608 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $23,589 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $24,850 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $99,401 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about Franciscan U net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a Franciscan U degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $178,432 | — | — |
| All Students | $99,401 | #2,291 | B- |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $94,356 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $178,432 | — | — |
| All Students | $99,401 | #101 | F |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $94,356 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at Franciscan U shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $19,180 |
| $30K–$48K | $18,481 |
| $48K–$75K | $19,272 |
| $75K–$110K | $22,360 |
| Over $110K | $26,319 |
About 94% of Franciscan U undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $21,052 per year. Get more details on the Franciscan U financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual determines value by weighing a school’s average total cost against its educational quality, then comparing it to other schools in the same quality tier. See the Franciscan U net price page for the cost detail.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.