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Catholic college

Caldwell University

  • LocationCaldwell, NJ
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 1,864 students
  • SponsorSisters of Saint Dominic
  • TraditionDominican
Official website

Caldwell University is a Catholic university in Caldwell, New Jersey, founded in 1939 by the Sisters of Saint Dominic and rooted in the Dominican tradition. The Office of Campus Ministry publishes one on-campus Mass each week (Wednesday, 11:30 AM) and a Rosary on Mondays; other Mass, confession and adoration times are listed for St. Aloysius Church, about two minutes from campus. The Foundational Core requires one theology course and one philosophy course, and the Enriched Core includes a Catholic and Dominican Tradition cluster.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 1

  • Wednesday11:30 AMChapel (Sister Mary Dominic Tweedus Chapel, Newman Center) · Listed as 'Daily Mass'; only Wednesday is listed.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 12, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Prayer/Sacramental Life | Campus Ministry, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry/community · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Join us Wednesdays at 11:30 am for Daily Mass in the Chapel.”
    Campus Ministry publishes a Wednesday Mass at 11:30 AM in the Chapel.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Caldwell University, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miOur Lady of the Lake Church: 1.4 mi1Notre Dame Church: 2.1 mi2Catholic church (unnamed in OpenStreetMap): 2.6 mi3Office of Campus Ministry, Caldwell University: 0.3 miCaldwell University (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Our Lady of the Lake Church — 1.4 mi · 22 Lakeside Avenue, Verona
  2. Notre Dame Church — 2.1 mi
  3. Catholic church (unnamed in OpenStreetMap) — 2.6 mi

Within 3 miles, as mapped by OpenStreetMap contributors. The map may be incomplete. Confirm with the parish or diocese.

Faith scorecard

Each line is one thing we looked for. A check means yes, a half means partly, a dash means no. “Not enough information” means official sources did not say.

FSacramental life: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

32 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic year1–2 weekdays (One weekday (Wednesday) is listed. The page calls it 'Daily Mass' but lists only Wednesday; it counts as one weekday.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Prayer/Sacramental Life | Campus Ministry, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry/community · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Join us Wednesdays at 11:30 am for Daily Mass in the Chapel.”
      Campus Ministry publishes a Wednesday Mass at 11:30 AM in the Chapel.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)No weekend Mass on campus (The campus Mass listing shows only Wednesday; other Masses are directed to St. Aloysius Church off campus. Inferred from the complete on-campus Mass list.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Prayer/Sacramental Life | Campus Ministry, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry/community · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Click here to view all Mass, Confession, and Adoration times that are offered at St. Aloysius Church, a two-minute walk from campus.”
      All other Mass, confession and adoration times are offered at St. Aloysius Church, off campus.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Scheduled confession on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adorationNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priests serving studentsPart-time or visiting priest (A published Wednesday Mass schedule with no named priest; parttime.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Prayer/Sacramental Life | Campus Ministry, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry/community · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Join us Wednesdays at 11:30 am for Daily Mass in the Chapel.”
      Campus Ministry publishes a Wednesday Mass at 11:30 AM in the Chapel.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
    Sources (1)
    1. University Offices and Resources | Student Handbook, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/caldwell-university-student-handbook/student-handbook-university-offices-and-resources · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Sister Mary Dominic Tweedus Chapel is located on the first floor of the Newman Center.”
      The Sister Mary Dominic Tweedus Chapel is on the first floor of the Newman Center.
      “Both spaces are open for prayer, reflection, and contemplation.”
      The campus chapel and interfaith prayer room are open for prayer, reflection and contemplation.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration1 to 5 times a week (1 weekly times documented: 1 Mass, 0 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
CTheology and core curriculum: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and core curriculum

64 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (The Foundational Core requires TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology (3 credits). The Enriched Core cluster may include theology courses; it is not required to be theology; not counted.)
    Sources (2)
    1. The Foundational Core | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/academics/the-foundational-core · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “THEOLOGY (3 credits) TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology”
      The Foundational Core requires one theology course, TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology.
    2. Theology | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/programs/theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “For the required credits, students must take PH 102 and TH 102.”
      Students must take PH 102 and TH 102 for the core's required credits.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)At least one required course is explicitly Catholic theology (TH 102 has a generic title, 'Introduction to Christian Theology'. it counts as required Catholic theology because the Department of Theology and Philosophy states that it provides instruction in Catholic theology. Cited both the course listing and the department statement.)
    Sources (2)
    1. The Foundational Core | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/academics/the-foundational-core · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “THEOLOGY (3 credits) TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology”
      The Foundational Core requires one theology course, TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology.
    2. Theology | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/programs/theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “We contribute to this purpose through instruction in the principles of philosophy and Catholic theology.”
      The Department of Theology and Philosophy teaches Catholic theology.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (The Foundational Core requires PH 102 Introduction to Philosophy (3 credits).)
    Sources (2)
    1. The Foundational Core | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/academics/the-foundational-core · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “PHILOSOPHY (3 credits) PH 102 Introduction to Philosophy”
      The Foundational Core requires one philosophy course, PH 102 Introduction to Philosophy.
    2. Theology | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/programs/theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “For the required credits, students must take PH 102 and TH 102.”
      Students must take PH 102 and TH 102 for the core's required credits.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionYes, stated in the catalog or core description (The Enriched Core is described as reinforcing the Catholic and Dominican identity of the university, and includes a Catholic and Dominican Tradition cluster.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/programs/liberal-arts-and-sciences-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Caldwell University Enriched Core reinforces the central elements of the Catholic and Dominican identity of the university”
      The Enriched Core reinforces the Catholic and Dominican identity of the university.
    2. The Enriched Core | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/academics/core-enriched · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Courses in this cluster will create and deepen your connection to, and understanding of Roman Catholic and Dominican heritage.”
      The Catholic and Dominican Tradition cluster of the Enriched Core is about Roman Catholic and Dominican heritage.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredYes (Bachelor of Arts in Theology is offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/programs/theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Department offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in theology, and minors in both theology and philosophy.”
      A Bachelor of Arts in Theology is offered.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/ACampus culture and residence life: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Campus culture and residence life

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Retreats offered to students each yearNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Single-sex residence optionsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityNot enough information: not found in official sources.
N/AService and Catholic social teaching: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Service and Catholic social teaching

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (Campus Ministry runs a sign-up for volunteer and service opportunities.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Social and Service Opportunities | Campus Ministry, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry/social-and-service-opportunities · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Click here to sign up for service opportunities.”
      Campus Ministry offers a sign-up for service opportunities.
    2. Campus Ministry | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sign-up for volunteer opportunities on Unison.”
      Volunteer opportunities are signed up for through Unison, linked from Campus Ministry.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Catholic mission (run with campus ministry or the mission office, or framed by Catholic social teaching)Yes (The Caldwell Day service day is described as putting the Catholic Dominican mission into action.)
    Sources (1)
    1. General Information | Student Handbook, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/caldwell-university-student-handbook/student-handbook-general-information · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Inspired by the life of St. Martin de Porres, the Caldwell community puts its Catholic Dominican mission into action for a day of service.”
      Caldwell Day is a day of service rooted in the Catholic Dominican mission.

Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.

Strengths

  • The campus chapel is open for prayer, and a Mass is published on campus each Wednesday at 11:30 AM.
    Sources (2)
    1. University Offices and Resources | Student Handbook, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/caldwell-university-student-handbook/student-handbook-university-offices-and-resources · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Both spaces are open for prayer, reflection, and contemplation.”
      The campus chapel and interfaith prayer room are open for prayer, reflection and contemplation.
    2. Prayer/Sacramental Life | Campus Ministry, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry/community · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Join us Wednesdays at 11:30 am for Daily Mass in the Chapel.”
      Campus Ministry publishes a Wednesday Mass at 11:30 AM in the Chapel.
  • The Foundational Core requires a theology course and a philosophy course of all students, and the Enriched Core includes a Catholic and Dominican Tradition cluster.
    Sources (2)
    1. The Foundational Core | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/academics/the-foundational-core · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “THEOLOGY (3 credits) TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology”
      The Foundational Core requires one theology course, TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology.
      “PHILOSOPHY (3 credits) PH 102 Introduction to Philosophy”
      The Foundational Core requires one philosophy course, PH 102 Introduction to Philosophy.
    2. Liberal Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/programs/liberal-arts-and-sciences-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Caldwell University Enriched Core reinforces the central elements of the Catholic and Dominican identity of the university”
      The Enriched Core reinforces the Catholic and Dominican identity of the university.
  • A Bachelor of Arts in Theology is offered by the Department of Theology and Philosophy, which describes its instruction as Catholic theology.
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/programs/theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Department offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in theology, and minors in both theology and philosophy.”
      A Bachelor of Arts in Theology is offered.
      “We contribute to this purpose through instruction in the principles of philosophy and Catholic theology.”
      The Department of Theology and Philosophy teaches Catholic theology.

Concerns

  • Other Masses are directed to St. Aloysius Church off campus.
    Sources (1)
    1. Prayer/Sacramental Life | Campus Ministry, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry/community · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Join us Wednesdays at 11:30 am for Daily Mass in the Chapel.”
      Campus Ministry publishes a Wednesday Mass at 11:30 AM in the Chapel.
      “Click here to view all Mass, Confession, and Adoration times that are offered at St. Aloysius Church, a two-minute walk from campus.”
      All other Mass, confession and adoration times are offered at St. Aloysius Church, off campus.
  • The required theology is one course, TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology, which is generic in title; the Catholic content rests on the department's description.
    Sources (2)
    1. The Foundational Core | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/academics/the-foundational-core · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “THEOLOGY (3 credits) TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology”
      The Foundational Core requires one theology course, TH 102 Introduction to Christian Theology.
    2. Theology | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/programs/theology · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “We contribute to this purpose through instruction in the principles of philosophy and Catholic theology.”
      The Department of Theology and Philosophy teaches Catholic theology.

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Campus ministry home

Office of Campus Ministry, Caldwell University

  • Address: 120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ 07006
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: Sister Mary Dominic Tweedus Chapel (first floor, Newman Center), interfaith prayer room (third floor, Werner)

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Catholic clubs and student life

10 groups and regular activities · 6 on campus, 1 off campus, 3 location not published

Liturgy and prayer 6

  • Weekend Mass, confession and adoration at St. Aloysius ChurchOff campus
    Campus Ministry directs students to the St. Aloysius Church schedule for all Mass, confession and adoration times, a two-minute walk from campus.
    caldwell.edu
  • Wednesday Mass in the ChapelOn campus
    Wednesdays at 11:30 AM
    Campus Mass listed by Campus Ministry as 'Daily Mass'; only Wednesday is listed.
    caldwell.edu
  • RosaryOn campus
    Mondays at 5:00 PM
    Rosary prayed in the chapel within the George R. Newman Center.
    caldwell.edu
  • Mass of the Holy SpiritOn campus
    Early in the fall semester
    Welcome liturgy for new students, faculty, and staff.
    caldwell.edu
  • Mass of Saint Thomas AquinasOn campus
    At the opening of the spring semester
    Liturgy asking for the blessing and intercession of Saint Thomas Aquinas.
    caldwell.edu
  • Baccalaureate MassOn campus
    Before Commencement
    Eucharistic liturgy for graduates, their guests, faculty, staff and students.
    caldwell.edu

Social life 1

  • Campus Ministry nightOn campus
    Thursdays, 7:00 to 8:30 PM
    Weekly campus ministry gathering at an on-campus location announced each week.
    caldwell.edu

Faith formation 1

  • OCIA (Becoming Catholic)
    Classes begin late September 2026
    Order of Christian Initiation of Adults class for those interested in becoming Catholic.
    caldwell.edu, caldwell.edu

Service 2

  • Caldwell Day
    Day of service inspired by St. Martin de Porres, putting the Catholic Dominican mission into action.
    caldwell.edu
  • Campus Ministry service opportunities (Unison sign-up)
    Volunteer and service opportunities that students sign up for through Campus Ministry on Unison.
    caldwell.edu, caldwell.edu

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Campus ministry

Sources (3)
  1. University Offices and Resources | Student Handbook, Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/caldwell-university-student-handbook/student-handbook-university-offices-and-resources · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Office of Campus Ministry | Student Center, Floor 1”
    The Office of Campus Ministry is located on Floor 1 of the Student Center.
    “Office of Campus Ministry | Student Center, Floor 1”
    The Office of Campus Ministry is located on Floor 1 of the Student Center.
    “The Sister Mary Dominic Tweedus Chapel is located on the first floor of the Newman Center.”
    The Sister Mary Dominic Tweedus Chapel is on the first floor of the Newman Center.
  2. Campus Ministry | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/about/catholic-identity/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Rooted in the Catholic faith and inspired by the Dominican tradition, Caldwell Campus Ministry seeks to provide a welcoming space”
    Campus Ministry is rooted in the Catholic faith and the Dominican tradition.
    “Rooted in the Catholic faith and inspired by the Dominican tradition, Caldwell Campus Ministry seeks to provide a welcoming space”
    Campus Ministry is rooted in the Catholic faith and the Dominican tradition.
  3. Clubs & Organizations | Caldwell Universitycaldwell.edu/campus-life/clubs · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ 07006”
    Caldwell University's address is 120 Bloomfield Avenue, Caldwell, NJ 07006.

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Academic Excellence

CAcademic Excellence: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
68 of 100
From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.57%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.77%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,260
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.12 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$9,080

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
1,448
Total students1,864
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$24,691
Cost of attendance (per year)$54,073
Median federal debt at graduation$25,000
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
57%
First-year retention77%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$53,843
Admission rate71%
Students receiving Pell grants49%
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1260
SAT reading & writing540–630
SAT math590–740
ACT composite—
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 45 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Local Church

Archdiocese of Newark

His Eminence Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, Archbishop of Newark

Formal address: “Your Eminence”

Source: rcan.org, rcan.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.

Diocese determined from the county, using the diocese’s county list (Wikipedia). Confirm with the diocese.

About this school’s data

  • IPEDS unit ID 183910
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (medium programs)
  • Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Questions families ask

Is Caldwell University a Catholic college?
Yes. Caldwell University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Newark. Its sponsor is Sisters of Saint Dominic.
Where is Mass celebrated at Caldwell University?
Mass is listed at Chapel (Sister Mary Dominic Tweedus Chapel and Newman Center). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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