Reported for fall 2024: Test-optional
Franciscan University of Steubenville told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.
Steubenville, Ohio · Private nonprofit, city campus
Enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% of about 1110-1350. Their ACT composite middle 50% was 22-29. Franciscan University of Steubenville admitted 58% of applicants and considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional).
Quick answer
There is no published minimum. Aim for 1350 or higher to sit in the top quarter of Franciscan University of Steubenville's SAT submitters; 1110 marks the bottom quarter. Its SAT midpoint is higher than at 62% of the 902 colleges in this directory that report SAT scores.
Score check
The middle 50% describes enrolled students who chose to submit scores, so test-optional colleges can show higher ranges than their full class. Scores are one part of an application.
Fall 2024 entering class
| Measure | 25th percentile | 50th percentile | 75th percentile |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAT Reading and Writing | 590 | 630 | 700 |
| SAT Math | 520 | 590 | 650 |
| SAT total (estimated) | 1110 | 1220 | 1350 |
| ACT composite | 22 | 25 | 29 |
Reading and Writing runs higher than Math here: the top quarter starts at 700 in Reading and Writing but 650 in Math.
College Scorecard's SAT-equivalent average for admitted students is 1220.
Testing policy
Franciscan University of Steubenville told the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional) for students entering in fall 2024.
Many colleges have changed testing rules since 2024, and several now require scores again. Confirm the policy for your application year on Franciscan University of Steubenville's website before deciding whether to submit.
Beyond scores
Compare
Browse all Ohio colleges by SAT score, colleges for a 1100 SAT or a 1350 SAT, or colleges for a 22 ACT.
Plan your prep
FAQ
Franciscan University of Steubenville does not publish a minimum SAT score. Among enrolled first-year students who submitted SAT scores for fall 2024, the middle 50% scored between 1110 and 1350 (estimated from section scores). A score of 1350 or higher would place you in the top quarter of that group; 1110 marks the bottom quarter.
Enrolled first-year students who submitted ACT scores for fall 2024 had a middle 50% composite of 22 to 29, with a median of 25. Scoring 29 or above puts you in the top quarter of submitters.
For fall 2024 entry, Franciscan University of Steubenville reported to the U.S. Department of Education that it considered SAT or ACT scores when submitted, but did not require them (test-optional). Testing policies have changed at many colleges since then, so confirm the current policy on Franciscan University of Steubenville's admissions website before you apply.
Franciscan University of Steubenville admitted 58% of applicants for fall 2024, according to data it reported to the U.S. Department of Education.
Sources and method
Test scores: 25th, 50th and 75th percentile SAT section scores and ACT composites of first-time students who enrolled in fall 2024 and submitted scores, as each college reported to IPEDS. Composite SAT ranges add the two section percentiles, so they are an estimate of the true composite range.
Admissions and test policy: Fall 2024 entering class, reported to IPEDS in 2024-25. Policies change; check each college's admissions site before applying.
Cost and outcomes: tuition for academic year 2024-25; average net price for academic year 2023-24; graduation rate for first-time, full-time students who started in 2018-19, graduating within 150% of normal time (6 years for a bachelor's degree); median earnings 10 years after entry, measured in 2020 and 2021, in 2022 dollars.
Coverage: colleges currently operating that reported SAT or ACT ranges and enrolled at least 500 undergraduates. Data released 2026-06-10, retrieved 2026-10-05. Spot an error? Email [email protected].