Franciscan Advantage

Franciscan University of Steubenville and the Chesterton Schools Network have formed a partnership that provides Chesterton high school juniors and seniors the opportunity to earn significant credit towards their college educations. Students earn credit by taking courses that are aligned with Franciscan University’s curriculum and successfully completing college-level examinations. These courses are taught in the student’s own classrooms by Chesterton Academy of St. Padre Pio teachers so that students earn both high school and college credit. Dual Enrollment courses are offered at an extremely discounted rate to help students get a head start on their college careers.

This first of its kind collaboration between Franciscan University and the Chesterton Schools Network serves the intellectual and spiritual needs of students, families, and communities while simultaneously ensuring affordable Catholic education.

Students enrolling in the Franciscan Advantage program can earn a maximum of 36 credits prior to high school graduation. These credits can be counted towards completion of an undergraduate degree at Franciscan, and, in many cases, are transferable to other colleges and universities. An additional benefit is access to Franciscan Life Online to help foster a vibrant sense of community amongst learners.