Franciscan University of Steubenville

Compassionate care rooted in faith

Are you called to the medical field but want to ensure your practice remains grounded in your Catholic beliefs? At Franciscan University of Steubenville, you will learn to treat the whole person—mind, body, and soul. Located in Ohio, our University offers premier undergraduate health and medicine programs that combine rigorous clinical preparation with deep moral formation.

Academics that honor human dignity
Whether you are pursuing Nursing, Pre-medicine, or the Health Sciences, you will receive a top-tier education taught by experienced professionals. The University is renowned for seamlessly integrating Catholic bioethics into the curriculum. You will gain extensive hands-on experience through challenging laboratory coursework and clinical rotations, all while learning to defend the dignity of human life from conception to natural death.

A community of faith and support
The path to a medical career is demanding, but you will never walk it alone. Beyond the classroom, our students find unparalleled support in Faith Households—unique campus communities centered on shared prayer, accountability, and friendship. When you are not studying for anatomy exams, you can join intramural sports, participate in medical mission trips, and grow your spiritual life through daily Mass and eucharistic adoration.

Formed to heal the world
Graduating with a health or medical degree from the University means you are more than just a skilled practitioner. You will enter your graduate studies or career as a compassionate caregiver and a faithful witness to Christ, ready to bring healing and hope to a world in need.

State-of-the-art clinical training
Our nursing and health programs stand out for their exceptional practical preparation. You will hone your skills in a high-tech simulation laboratory featuring responsive adult, pediatric, and maternity mannequins that mimic real-life medical scenarios. Combined with extensive clinical rotations at local hospitals and health care facilities, this immersive training ensures you are fully prepared to provide safe, confident, and compassionate care the moment you enter the workforce.