About Franciscan University of Steubenville:
Franciscan University was established in Steubenville, Ohio, in 1946 as the “College of Steubenville”. This location was chosen by the Franciscan Friars of the Third Order Regular at the request of Anthony John King Mussio, the first bishop of the Diocese of Steubenville.
The college continued to grow…as did its’ reputation: In 2013, Young America’s Foundation rated Franciscan as one of the top 10 conservative colleges in the nation, three years after the Cardinal Newman Society ranked it as one of the 21 top Catholic colleges and universities in The Newman Guide to Choosing a Catholic College.
Christ the King Chapel at Franciscan University in Steubenviile, Ohio:
As a result of the school’s “Rebuild My Church Capital Campaign”, the chapel has nearly doubled its seating capacity (from 325 to 590) to better accommodate the growing student population and has added a new altar and tabernacle, new sacred art, and stained-glass windows.
A Mass of solemn blessing was celebrated on August 17, 2025 by Diocese of Steubenville Apostolic Administrator Bishop Edward Lohse to mark the occasion.
There are two other speccial places of prayer here at Franciscan University:
The Portiumcula: Modeled after hat first tiny Portiuncula, a holy place and the center of St. Francis’ activity, is recreated here on Franciscan’s campus as a grace-filled haven for quiet meditation and eucharistic adoration.
The Tomb of the Unborn Child serves as a peaceful place to pray for infants in the womb, expectant mothers, those healing from abortion, and all the vulnerable of the world.
Traveling to Franciscan University of Steubenville:
Steubenville is about 40 miles west of Pittsburgh, the nearest major city.
Address: 1235 University Blvd, Steubenville, OH 43952
Phone: +1 (740) 283-3771
Click here for the official website of Franciscan University of Steubenville.