Catholic colleges that require the most theology in Massachusetts
Catholic colleges that require every bachelor’s student to take three or more theology courses, then those that require two.
3 schools qualify, ranked by the Compass Score.
How this list is made
- Schools in Massachusetts.
- Catholic undergraduate colleges on the Compass. Seminaries and graduate-only schools are not counted.
- Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor’s students: three or more, or two.
- Schools requiring three or more courses come first, then schools requiring two. Within each group, higher Compass Score comes first.
- Each school needs a complete Compass Score, so every row shows a rating.
Updated Oct. 12, 2026. Methodology. Spot an error? Send a correction.
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Assumption University
Worcester, MA · Private nonprofit- 2 required theology courses
- Required Catholic theology
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Compare cost and outcomes
| School | Net price a year | Median debt | Earnings 10 years out | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston College | $41,704 | $19,000 | $103,937 | 91% |
| Assumption University | $29,498 | $27,000 | $74,895 | 75% |
| Emmanuel College | $26,706 | $27,000 | $68,245 | 68% |
Net price is the average yearly cost after grants. Federal data (College Scorecard). “—” means the school reports no figure.