Is California State University-Sacramento a Catholic college?

No. California State University-Sacramento is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by Sacramento Newman Catholic Center.

Where is Mass celebrated at California State University-Sacramento?

Mass is listed at Sacramento Newman Catholic Center, 5900 Newman Ct., St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St., St. Mary's Catholic Church, and 1333 58th St. (parish Mass). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

College · Catholic life on campus

California State University-Sacramento

LocationSacramento, CA
Type and sizePublic · 4-year · 31,172 students

Official website

California State University-Sacramento is not a Catholic college. This rating measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes.

The Sacramento Newman Catholic Center, one of the Diocese of Sacramento's Newman Centers, serves Sacramento State students from 5900 Newman Ct., about 0.6 mile from the campus point, with a chapel and prayer space, study space, and a director, Joseph Johnston. It lists a Thursday 6 PM Mass at the center, a Sunday 5 PM Student Mass at nearby St. Mary's Catholic Church with confession at the Newman Center beforehand, and monthly adoration. Weeknight programs include Students for Life, a Bible study in the Student Union, men's and women's groups, Newman Night, and Hispanic Ministry.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 7

Thursday6:00 PMSacramento Newman Catholic Center, 5900 Newman Ct. · The ministry's weekly Mass.
Sunday5:00 PMSt. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St. · Newman Center Student Mass.
Saturday5:00 PMSt. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St. (parish Mass) · Vigil Mass.
Sunday8:00 AMSt. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St. (parish Mass)
Sunday9:30 AMSt. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St. (parish Mass)
Sunday11:00 AMSt. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St. (parish Mass)

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Monday–Saturday8:00 AMSt. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St. (parish Mass)

Confession 2

Sunday4:00 PMSacramento Newman Catholic Center, 5900 Newman Ct. · Before the 5 PM Student Mass; the Newman home page text says 4:30 PM.
Saturday3:30 PM–4:30 PMSt. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 8, 2026.

Sources for these times (4)

Weekly Mass on Campus | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/weekly-mass-on-campus · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Weekly Mass will take place on Thursday at 6 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center.”
The ministry's weekly Mass is Thursday at 6 PM at the Newman Center.
Sunday Student Mass | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/sunday-student-mass · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Sunday Mass is held every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.”
The ministry's Sunday Student Mass is every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
Confessions | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/confessions · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“At the Newman Center, Confessions are offered every Sunday at 4:00 PM, before 5 PM Mass.”
Confession is offered at the Newman Center every Sunday at 4:00 PM.
St. Mary Parish, Sacramento - Love | Serve | Growstmarysacto.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Mass Schedule: Sunday: 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am, 5 pm Monday - Saturday: 8 am Sat. Vigil Mass: 5 pm”
St. Mary Parish lists Sunday Masses at 8, 9:30, and 11 AM and 5 PM, Monday-Saturday Mass at 8 AM, and a Saturday 5 PM vigil.
“Mass Schedule: Sunday: 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am, 5 pm Monday - Saturday: 8 am Sat. Vigil Mass: 5 pm”
St. Mary Parish lists Sunday Masses at 8, 9:30, and 11 AM and 5 PM, Monday-Saturday Mass at 8 AM, and a Saturday 5 PM vigil.
“Mass Schedule: Sunday: 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am, 5 pm Monday - Saturday: 8 am Sat. Vigil Mass: 5 pm”
St. Mary Parish lists Sunday Masses at 8, 9:30, and 11 AM and 5 PM, Monday-Saturday Mass at 8 AM, and a Saturday 5 PM vigil.
“Mass Schedule: Sunday: 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am, 5 pm Monday - Saturday: 8 am Sat. Vigil Mass: 5 pm”
St. Mary Parish lists Sunday Masses at 8, 9:30, and 11 AM and 5 PM, Monday-Saturday Mass at 8 AM, and a Saturday 5 PM vigil.
“Mass Schedule: Sunday: 8 am, 9:30 am, 11 am, 5 pm Monday - Saturday: 8 am Sat. Vigil Mass: 5 pm”
St. Mary Parish lists Sunday Masses at 8, 9:30, and 11 AM and 5 PM, Monday-Saturday Mass at 8 AM, and a Saturday 5 PM vigil.
“Reconciliation (Confession): Saturdays: 3:30 pm to 4.30 pm Fourth Tuesdays: 6:30 pm to 8:00pm (during Eucharistic Adoration) Also available by appointment.”
St. Mary Parish lists confession Saturdays 3:30-4:30 PM and fourth Tuesdays 6:30-8:00 PM during adoration, and by appointment.

Catholic churches nearby

CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›

Saint Mary Catholic Church — 0.6 mi · 1333 58th Street, Sacramento
Newman Catholic Community — 0.6 mi
Saint Peter and All Hallows Catholic Church — 1.7 mi · 5501 14th Avenue, Sacramento
Sacred Heart Catholic Church — 1.8 mi · 1040 39th Street, Sacramento
Saint George Melkite Greek Catholic Church — 2.5 mi
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church — 2.6 mi · 3263 1st Avenue, Sacramento

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

Catholic life 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.

Catholic life on campus

80 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Catholic campus ministry serving this campus (Catholic center, campus ministry, or chaplaincy)Yes (The Sacramento Newman Catholic Center says it is a Catholic campus ministry serving students at Sacramento-area universities, most notably Sacramento State. The Diocese of Sacramento's site links its Newman Centers site, which lists the Sacramento Newman Center. Sac State's CampusGroups directory lists the Newman Catholic Club.)
Sources (4)
1. Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Sacramento Newman Catholic Center is a Catholic campus ministry serving students at universities in the Sacramento area, most notably Sacramento State University.”
  The Sacramento Newman Catholic Center is a Catholic campus ministry serving Sacramento State students.
2. Newman Centers of the Diocese of Sacramentonewmancatholiccenter.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Questions about the Newman Catholic Centers and Inquiries? Contact Dcn. Stephen Tran, via e-mail at stran@scd.org or via phone/text @ (916) 291-4884”
  The Newman Centers of the Diocese of Sacramento (Davis, Sacramento, and Chico) direct questions to Dcn. Stephen Tran (stran@scd.org, 916-291-4884).
3. Diocese of Sacramento | Welcomescd.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Migrant Ministry Newman Centers Respect Life”
  The Diocese of Sacramento's site lists Newman Centers among its ministries, linking to newmancatholiccenter.org.
4. List of Groups (Sacramento State CampusGroups)csus.campusgroups.com/club_signup?search=catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Newman Catholic Club Student Organization - Religious”
  Sac State's CampusGroups directory lists the Newman Catholic Club as a religious student organization.
Yes:
Dedicated Catholic center or chapel on or next to campusYes (The Newman Center at 5900 Newman Ct. is a dedicated Catholic center with a chapel and prayer space. The Census geocoder places the address about 0.6 mile from the IPEDS campus point, as for NC State and Auburn; the ministry's 'Weekly Mass on Campus' page places that Mass at the Newman Center. No page states the setting; none is recorded.)
Sources (3)
1. About Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Sacramento Newman Center Amenities Free Coffee – Grab a cup and relax or study Chapel & Prayer Space – A quiet place to connect with God Study Space – Peaceful environment to focus on your work Game Room – Take a break and have some fun with friends Library – Books for faith, learning, and inspiration”
  The Newman Center has free coffee, a chapel and prayer space, study space, a game room, and a library.
2. Contact Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Joseph Johnston Director of the Sacramento Newman Center Newman Email: jjohnston@scd.org Phone Number: (916) 330-1668 Sacramento Newman Address 5900 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA 95819”
  Joseph Johnston directs the Sacramento Newman Center (jjohnston@scd.org, 916-330-1668), at 5900 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA 95819.
3. Weekly Mass on Campus | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/weekly-mass-on-campus · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekly Mass will take place on Thursday at 6 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center.”
  The ministry's weekly Mass is Thursday at 6 PM at the Newman Center.
Partly:
Priest chaplain assigned to campus ministryPart-time or shared priest (The center's director is Joseph Johnston. Published weekly Masses (Thursday at the center, Sunday student Mass) mean a priest serves students at least part-time.)
Sources (2)
1. Weekly Mass on Campus | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/weekly-mass-on-campus · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekly Mass will take place on Thursday at 6 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center.”
  The ministry's weekly Mass is Thursday at 6 PM at the Newman Center.
2. Sunday Student Mass | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/sunday-student-mass · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Sunday Mass is held every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.”
  The ministry's Sunday Student Mass is every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
Partly:
Weekday Mass at the campus ministry1–4 weekdays (The ministry's own weekday Mass is Thursday at 6 PM at the Newman Center (one weekday). St. Mary's Catholic Church, an ordinary parish where the Sunday student Mass is held, has Mass Monday-Saturday at 8 AM; those times are listed in schedules; not counted.)
Sources (1)
1. Weekly Mass on Campus | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/weekly-mass-on-campus · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekly Mass will take place on Thursday at 6 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center.”
  The ministry's weekly Mass is Thursday at 6 PM at the Newman Center.
Partly:
Sunday Mass at the campus ministry or a campus chapelOne weekend Mass (The ministry's weekend Mass is the Sunday 5:00 PM Student Mass at St. Mary's Catholic Church. St. Mary's other weekend Masses (Saturday 5 PM vigil. Sunday 8, 9:30, and 11 AM) are listed in schedules; not counted, since St. Mary's is not the ministry's center.)
Sources (2)
1. Sunday Student Mass | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/sunday-student-mass · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Sunday Mass is held every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.”
  The ministry's Sunday Student Mass is every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
2. Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Join us at St. Mary's Catholic Church at 5 PM to Celebrate Student Mass!”
  The Newman Center's Student Mass is at St. Mary's Catholic Church at 5 PM.
Yes:
Scheduled confession at the campus ministryWeekly or more often (Confession every Sunday at 4:00 PM at the Newman Center before the 5 PM Mass, per the Confessions and About Us pages; the home page's text says 4:30 PM (see gaps).)
Sources (2)
1. Confessions | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/confessions · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “At the Newman Center, Confessions are offered every Sunday at 4:00 PM, before 5 PM Mass.”
  Confession is offered at the Newman Center every Sunday at 4:00 PM.
2. About Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Sunday at 5 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church Confessions Sunday 4:00 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Adoration Adoration times to be announced!”
  The About Us page lists the Sunday 5 PM Mass at St. Mary's, confession Sunday at 4:00 PM at the Newman Center, and adoration times to be announced.
Yes:
Catholic student groups and missionary outreach (e.g., FOCUS, Saint Paul's Outreach, Knights of Columbus, Bible studies)Two or more (The Newman Catholic Club (a religious student organization in Sac State's CampusGroups directory), Students for Life (with student officers on the Newman Center's leadership list, meeting Mondays), the Ad Patrem men's group and Gratia Plena women's group, and a weekly Bible study.)
Sources (5)
1. List of Groups (Sacramento State CampusGroups)csus.campusgroups.com/club_signup?search=catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Newman Catholic Club Student Organization - Religious”
  Sac State's CampusGroups directory lists the Newman Catholic Club as a religious student organization.
2. Home - Newman Catholic Club | California State University Sacramentocsus.campusgroups.com/newman/home · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The purpose of this organization is to encourage young adult college students to seek a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and to embrace an active, adult faith through formation grounded in the Catholic tradition.”
  The Newman Catholic Club's purpose is Catholic faith formation for college students.
3. About Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Students for Life Monday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Bible Study Tuesday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Ad Patrem Wednesday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Gratia Plena Wednesday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Newman Night Thursday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Hispanic Ministry Friday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Catholic Center”
  Weekly groups: Students for Life (Monday 7 PM), Bible Study (Tuesday 7 PM), Ad Patrem and Gratia Plena (Wednesday 7 PM), Newman Night (Thursday 7 PM), and Hispanic Ministry (Friday 7 PM).
  “Daniela Pacheco Students for Life President Mykah White Students for Life Program Development Manuel Ortega Bible Study Prefect”
  The Newman Center's student leadership includes a Students for Life president and program developer and a Bible study prefect.
4. Ad Patrem | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/groups/ad-patrem · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Ad Patrem is the Newman Center’s men’s group—a brotherhood of Catholic men committed to growing in faith, character, and leadership in today’s world.”
  Ad Patrem is the Newman Center's men's group.
5. Gratia Plena | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/groups/gratia-plena · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Gratia Plena is the Newman Center’s women’s group—a sisterhood of Catholic women dedicated to growing in faith, friendship, and purpose.”
  Gratia Plena is the Newman Center's women's group.
Yes:
Formation programs (retreats, OCIA/RCIA, service, small groups)Two or more kinds (Small groups (weekly Bible study, men's and women's groups) and Newman Night, a weekly gathering with a formation talk or activity, which includes adoration once a month.)
Sources (5)
1. Bible Study | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/groups/bible-study · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “This event takes place each Tuesday at 7 PM on the second floor of the Sac State Student Union -- all are welcome!”
  The weekly Bible study meets Tuesdays at 7 PM on the second floor of the Sac State Student Union.
2. Ad Patrem | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/groups/ad-patrem · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Ad Patrem is the Newman Center’s men’s group—a brotherhood of Catholic men committed to growing in faith, character, and leadership in today’s world.”
  Ad Patrem is the Newman Center's men's group.
3. Gratia Plena | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/groups/gratia-plena · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Gratia Plena is the Newman Center’s women’s group—a sisterhood of Catholic women dedicated to growing in faith, friendship, and purpose.”
  Gratia Plena is the Newman Center's women's group.
4. Newman Night | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/groups/newman-night · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Newman Night is our weekly community night where students come together as a family to share food, enjoy fellowship, and grow in faith. Each week features a talk or activity designed to inspire and encourage you in your spiritual life”
  Newman Night is a weekly student gathering with food, fellowship, and a talk or activity.
5. Adoration | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/adoration · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “At the Newman Center, this special evening includes music, Scripture, testimony, and silent prayer before the Eucharist.”
  Adoration at the Newman Center is an evening of music, Scripture, testimony, and silent prayer before the Eucharist.
Yes:
Catholic church within walking distance (computed from OpenStreetMap)Within 1 mile of campusComputed from OpenStreetMap church locations.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration12 to 19 times a week (14 weekly times documented: 12 Mass, 2 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).

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

Strengths

A dedicated Newman Center about 0.6 mile from the campus point has a chapel and prayer space, study space, a game room, a library, and free coffee, with a named director.
Sources (3)
1. About Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Sacramento Newman Center Amenities Free Coffee – Grab a cup and relax or study Chapel & Prayer Space – A quiet place to connect with God Study Space – Peaceful environment to focus on your work Game Room – Take a break and have some fun with friends Library – Books for faith, learning, and inspiration”
  The Newman Center has free coffee, a chapel and prayer space, study space, a game room, and a library.
2. Contact Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Joseph Johnston Director of the Sacramento Newman Center Newman Email: jjohnston@scd.org Phone Number: (916) 330-1668 Sacramento Newman Address 5900 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA 95819”
  Joseph Johnston directs the Sacramento Newman Center (jjohnston@scd.org, 916-330-1668), at 5900 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA 95819.
3. Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Drop by anytime to enjoy free coffee, quiet prayer space, study areas, and a friendly community ready to welcome you.”
  Students may drop by the Newman Center for free coffee, prayer space, and study areas.
The ministry offers a weekly Thursday Mass at the Newman Center, a Sunday 5 PM Student Mass at nearby St. Mary's Catholic Church, and confession every Sunday at 4 PM.
Sources (3)
1. Weekly Mass on Campus | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/weekly-mass-on-campus · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekly Mass will take place on Thursday at 6 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center.”
  The ministry's weekly Mass is Thursday at 6 PM at the Newman Center.
2. Sunday Student Mass | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/sunday-student-mass · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Sunday Mass is held every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.”
  The ministry's Sunday Student Mass is every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
3. Confessions | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/confessions · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “At the Newman Center, Confessions are offered every Sunday at 4:00 PM, before 5 PM Mass.”
  Confession is offered at the Newman Center every Sunday at 4:00 PM.
Student programs meet every weeknight: Students for Life (Monday), a Bible study in the Student Union (Tuesday), men's and women's groups (Wednesday), Newman Night (Thursday), and Hispanic Ministry (Friday).
Sources (2)
1. About Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Students for Life Monday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Bible Study Tuesday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Ad Patrem Wednesday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Gratia Plena Wednesday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Newman Night Thursday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Hispanic Ministry Friday at 7 PM at the Sacramento Newman Catholic Center”
  Weekly groups: Students for Life (Monday 7 PM), Bible Study (Tuesday 7 PM), Ad Patrem and Gratia Plena (Wednesday 7 PM), Newman Night (Thursday 7 PM), and Hispanic Ministry (Friday 7 PM).
2. Bible Study | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/groups/bible-study · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “This event takes place each Tuesday at 7 PM on the second floor of the Sac State Student Union -- all are welcome!”
  The weekly Bible study meets Tuesdays at 7 PM on the second floor of the Sac State Student Union.
The Newman Catholic Club is listed as a religious student organization in Sac State's directory, and students run the music ministry and liturgy team.
Sources (3)
1. List of Groups (Sacramento State CampusGroups)csus.campusgroups.com/club_signup?search=catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Newman Catholic Club Student Organization - Religious”
  Sac State's CampusGroups directory lists the Newman Catholic Club as a religious student organization.
2. Music Ministry | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/ministries/music-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Music Ministry is a student led group who use their musical gifts to lead the Newman community in worship.”
  A student-led music ministry leads worship.
3. Liturgy Team | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/ministries/liturgy-team · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Liturgy Team is made up of students who help plan and serve at Mass and other liturgical celebrations at the Newman Center.”
  A student liturgy team plans and serves at Mass.

Concerns

The ministry lists one weekday Mass (Thursday), and its Sunday Mass is held at a parish church rather than at the Newman Center.
Sources (2)
1. Weekly Mass on Campus | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/weekly-mass-on-campus · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Weekly Mass will take place on Thursday at 6 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center.”
  The ministry's weekly Mass is Thursday at 6 PM at the Newman Center.
2. Sunday Student Mass | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/sunday-student-mass · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Sunday Mass is held every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.”
  The ministry's Sunday Student Mass is every week at 5:00 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church.
Adoration is held once a month during Newman Night.
Sources (2)
1. Adoration | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/sacraments/adoration · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Adoration will take place once a month on Thursdays during our Newman Night Ministry.”
  Adoration is held once a month on a Thursday during Newman Night.
2. About Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Sunday at 5 PM at St. Mary's Catholic Church Confessions Sunday 4:00 PM at the Sacramento Newman Center Adoration Adoration times to be announced!”
  The About Us page lists the Sunday 5 PM Mass at St. Mary's, confession Sunday at 4:00 PM at the Newman Center, and adoration times to be announced.

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The Catholic center

Sacramento Newman Catholic Center

Address: 5900 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA 95819
Distance from campus: 0.6 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)
Facilities: chapel and prayer space, study space, game room, library, free coffee, fridge and pantry storage, patio, free Wi-Fi

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Source: sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

10 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 8 off campus

Faith formation 3

Ad Patrem (men's group)Off campus
Wednesdays 7 PM
The Newman Center's men's group for prayer, discussion, and fellowship.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org
Gratia Plena (women's group)Off campus
Wednesdays 7 PM
The Newman Center's women's group for prayer, conversation, and shared experiences.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org
Bible StudyOn campus
Tuesdays 7 PM
Weekly Scripture study guided by Catholic teaching, on the second floor of the Sac State Student Union.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org

Clubs and groups 3

Students for LifeOff campus
Mondays 7 PM
Pro-life student group with officers on the Newman Center's student leadership team; meets at the Newman Center.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org
Hispanic MinistryOff campus
Fridays 7 PM
Weekly Hispanic ministry gathering at the Newman Center.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org
Newman Catholic ClubOn campus
Religious student organization in Sac State's CampusGroups directory, formed for Catholic faith formation of college students.
csus.campusgroups.com, csus.campusgroups.com, csus.campusgroups.com

Liturgy and prayer 2

Music MinistryOff campus
Practice Thursday 3 PM and Sunday 4 PM
Student-led music ministry that leads worship at Mass and other events.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org
Liturgy TeamOff campus
Students who plan and serve at Mass, coordinating readers, altar servers, and hospitality ministers.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org

Social life 2

Newman NightOff campus
Thursdays 7 PM
Weekly community night at the Newman Center with food, fellowship, and a talk or activity; once a month it includes Eucharistic adoration with music, Scripture, and testimony.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org, sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org
Knights of Columbus Monthly DinnerOff campus
First Sunday of each month, 6 PM, after the student Mass
Dinner hosted by the Knights of Columbus after the Sunday student Mass.
sacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org

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

Catholic campus ministry

Sources (7)

Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“The Sacramento Newman Catholic Center is a Catholic campus ministry serving students at universities in the Sacramento area, most notably Sacramento State University.”
The Sacramento Newman Catholic Center is a Catholic campus ministry serving Sacramento State students.
Newman Centers of the Diocese of Sacramentonewmancatholiccenter.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Questions about the Newman Catholic Centers and Inquiries? Contact Dcn. Stephen Tran, via e-mail at stran@scd.org or via phone/text @ (916) 291-4884”
The Newman Centers of the Diocese of Sacramento (Davis, Sacramento, and Chico) direct questions to Dcn. Stephen Tran (stran@scd.org, 916-291-4884).
Diocese of Sacramento | Welcomescd.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Migrant Ministry Newman Centers Respect Life”
The Diocese of Sacramento's site lists Newman Centers among its ministries, linking to newmancatholiccenter.org.
List of Groups (Sacramento State CampusGroups)csus.campusgroups.com/club_signup?search=catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Newman Catholic Club Student Organization - Religious”
Sac State's CampusGroups directory lists the Newman Catholic Club as a religious student organization.
Home - Newman Catholic Club | California State University Sacramentocsus.campusgroups.com/newman/home · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“The purpose of this organization is to encourage young adult college students to seek a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ and to embrace an active, adult faith through formation grounded in the Catholic tradition.”
The Newman Catholic Club's purpose is Catholic faith formation for college students.
About Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Sacramento Newman Center Amenities Free Coffee – Grab a cup and relax or study Chapel & Prayer Space – A quiet place to connect with God Study Space – Peaceful environment to focus on your work Game Room – Take a break and have some fun with friends Library – Books for faith, learning, and inspiration”
The Newman Center has free coffee, a chapel and prayer space, study space, a game room, and a library.
“Fridge & Pantry Storage – Store your snacks and meals Patio – Enjoy fresh air and community outdoors Free Wi-Fi Access – Stay connected while you’re here”
The Newman Center also has fridge and pantry storage, a patio, and free Wi-Fi.
Contact Us | Sacramento Newman Catholic Centersacramento.newmancatholiccenter.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Joseph Johnston Director of the Sacramento Newman Center Newman Email: jjohnston@scd.org Phone Number: (916) 330-1668 Sacramento Newman Address 5900 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA 95819”
Joseph Johnston directs the Sacramento Newman Center (jjohnston@scd.org, 916-330-1668), at 5900 Newman Ct, Sacramento, CA 95819.

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My rating and notes

Academic Excellence

57 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score56%
First-year retention 20% of score82%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreNot reported
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score24 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$8,604

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))

Campus facts

Sports	NCAA Division I · Big Sky Conference
Setting	City
ROTC	Army · Air Force
Study abroad	Offered
Students per faculty member	24 to 1

Federal data (IPEDS). None of this changes the faith grades.

Cost and value

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

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	28,268
Total students	31,172
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$9,338
Cost of attendance (per year)	$22,945
Median federal debt at graduation	$15,000
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	56%
First-year retention	82%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$64,876
Admission rate	94%
Students receiving Pell grants	49%

Value index: 77 / 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

Diocese of Sacramento

The Most Reverend Jaime Soto, Bishop of Sacramento

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: scd.org, scd.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 110617
Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger programs)
Accreditation: WASC Senior College and University Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
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Questions families ask

Is California State University-Sacramento a Catholic college?: No. California State University-Sacramento is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by Sacramento Newman Catholic Center.
What is California State University-Sacramento’s Catholic Life Score?: 74 out of 100 (grade B). It measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes, together with academics.
Where is Mass celebrated at California State University-Sacramento?: Mass is listed at Sacramento Newman Catholic Center, 5900 Newman Ct., St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1333 58th St., St. Mary's Catholic Church, and 1333 58th St. (parish Mass). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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