45 Underrated Religious College Towns Across America You'll Fall in Love With

43. Steubenville, Ohio: A Charismatic Catholic Stronghold

Steubenville may not draw headlines, but it’s a major force in contemporary Catholic renewal. Home to Franciscan University of Steubenville, the town has become a hub for charismatic Catholicism, youth ministry, and spiritual conferences. The campus chapel is a constant source of prayer and praise, and pilgrimage events draw thousands each year. Outside the university, the town offers humble charm, scenic hills, and a population deeply shaped by shared belief. Steubenville lives and breathes intentional faith, creating a powerful sense of mission where theology isn’t just taught—it’s fervently lived.