
Catholic college
Fordham University
- LocationBronx, NY
- Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 16,153 students
- SponsorSociety of Jesus (Jesuits)
- TraditionJesuit
Fordham University, which describes itself as the Jesuit University of New York, has an Office of Campus Ministry at the Rose Hill campus in the Bronx led by a Jesuit priest, with two Sunday Masses in the University Church, weekday Masses, evening Masses in residence hall chapels, and confession every weekday. All undergraduates take two theology and two philosophy courses in the core; the second theology course is chosen from a Sacred Texts and Traditions list that spans several religious traditions.
Mass, confession, and adoration
Confirm with the parish
Mass 10
- Monday–Friday12:05 PMSacred Heart Chapel, Dealy Hall · Listed as a weekly Mass on the academic-year schedule.
- Monday–Friday7:55 AMSaint Ignatius Chapel, Fordham Prep · Listed as a weekly Mass on the academic-year schedule.
- Tuesday–Friday5:30 PMSpellman Hall (Jesuit Community)
- Sunday11:00 AMUniversity Church · Broadcast on WFUV 90.7 FM.
- Sunday7:00 PMUniversity Church
- Tuesday8:00 PMO'Hare Hall Chapel · During the academic year.
Show 4 more mass times
- Wednesday9:30 PMTierney Hall Chapel · During the academic year.
- Thursday5:00 PMBlue Chapel, Keating Hall · Ukrainian Rite.
- Thursday8:30 PMLoyola Hall Chapel · During the academic year.
- Monday7:00 PMQueen's Court Chapel · Select Mondays only: October 5, November 9, December 7.
Confession 2
- Monday–Friday12:05 PM–12:30 PMUniversity Church Reconciliation Room
- Sunday6:15 PM–6:45 PMUniversity Church Reconciliation Room
Adoration 1
- Wednesday8:00 PMOur Lady's Chapel, lower level of the University Church · Part of the student-led Praise and Worship service.
Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 7, 2026.
Sources for these times (2)
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“12:05 p.m. | Sacred Heart Chapel | Dealy Hall”
“7:55 a.m. | Saint Ignatius Chapel | Fordham Prep”
“5:30 p.m. | Spellman Hall (Tuesday-Fridays only)”
“11 a.m. & 7 p.m. | University Church”
“11 a.m. & 7 p.m. | University Church”
“Tuesdays 8 p.m. | O'Hare Chapel Wednesdays 9:30 p.m. | Tierney Hall Chapel Thursdays Ukrainian Rite Mass | 5 p.m. | Blue Chapel | Keating Hall 8:30 p.m. | Loyola Hall Chapel”
“Tuesdays 8 p.m. | O'Hare Chapel Wednesdays 9:30 p.m. | Tierney Hall Chapel Thursdays Ukrainian Rite Mass | 5 p.m. | Blue Chapel | Keating Hall 8:30 p.m. | Loyola Hall Chapel”
“Tuesdays 8 p.m. | O'Hare Chapel Wednesdays 9:30 p.m. | Tierney Hall Chapel Thursdays Ukrainian Rite Mass | 5 p.m. | Blue Chapel | Keating Hall 8:30 p.m. | Loyola Hall Chapel”
“Tuesdays 8 p.m. | O'Hare Chapel Wednesdays 9:30 p.m. | Tierney Hall Chapel Thursdays Ukrainian Rite Mass | 5 p.m. | Blue Chapel | Keating Hall 8:30 p.m. | Loyola Hall Chapel”
“October 5, November 9, December 7 7 p.m. | Queen's Court Chapel”
“Monday-Friday: 12:05 - 12:30 p.m. Sunday: 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. All reconciliations occur in the University Church Reconciliation Room.”
“Monday-Friday: 12:05 - 12:30 p.m. Sunday: 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. All reconciliations occur in the University Church Reconciliation Room.”
- Praise and Worship | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/praise-and-worship · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Praise and Worship is held every Wednesday night at 8 p.m. in Our Lady's Chapel in the lower level of the University Church.”
Catholic churches nearby
- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church — 0.3 mi · 629 East 187th Street
- University Church — 0.3 mi · 425 East Fordham Road
- Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church — 0.6 mi · 2506 Marion Avenue
- Saint Martin of Tours Roman Catholic Church — 0.6 mi · 664 Grote Street
- Our Saviour Catholic Church — 0.6 mi · Washington Avenue
- Our Lady of Refuge Catholic Church — 0.6 mi · 290 East 196th Street
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.
Sacramental life
93 of 100 points on what we could document.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (Weekday Masses at 7:55 AM (Saint Ignatius Chapel, Fordham Prep) and 12:05 PM (Sacred Heart Chapel, Dealy Hall), plus 5:30 PM Tuesday to Friday at Spellman Hall; the schedule page lists the 7:55 and 12:05 Masses as weekly Masses and states that Mass is celebrated each day of the week.)
Sources (1)
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Our liturgies include Masses on Sundays and each day of the week.”
“12:05 p.m. | Sacred Heart Chapel | Dealy Hall”
“7:55 a.m. | Saint Ignatius Chapel | Fordham Prep”
“5:30 p.m. | Spellman Hall (Tuesday-Fridays only)”
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Two or more weekend Masses (11 AM and 7 PM Sunday Masses in the University Church.)
Sources (1)
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“11 a.m. & 7 p.m. | University Church”
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Scheduled confession on campusThree or more scheduled times per week (Monday to Friday 12:05-12:30 PM and Sunday 6:15-6:45 PM in the University Church Reconciliation Room.)
Sources (1)
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Monday-Friday: 12:05 - 12:30 p.m. Sunday: 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. All reconciliations occur in the University Church Reconciliation Room.”
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Eucharistic adorationWeekly scheduled adoration (Praise and Worship with Eucharistic adoration, Wednesdays 8 PM in Our Lady's Chapel.)
Sources (1)
- Praise and Worship | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/praise-and-worship · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Praise and Worship is held every Wednesday night at 8 p.m. in Our Lady's Chapel in the lower level of the University Church.”
“Praise and Worship is a student-led ministry within Campus Ministry that features contemporary Christian music, student reflections, Eucharistic adoration and prayer.”
- Praise and Worship | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/praise-and-worship · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Priests serving studentsAt least one full-time priest chaplain (or a resident community of priests serving campus ministry) (Rev. Philip Judge, SJ, is Executive Director of Campus Ministry. Jesuit priests also live in residence halls as priests-in-residence.)
Sources (2)
- Meet the Campus Ministry Team | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/connect/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Rev. Philip Judge, SJ is the Executive Director of Campus Ministry.”
- Jesuits at Fordham | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/jesuit-and-catholic/jesuits-at-fordham · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The Fordham Jesuit Community is part of the USA East Province of the Society of Jesus, and is located at Spellman Hall.”
- Meet the Campus Ministry Team | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/connect/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
Sources (2)
- Sacred Spaces | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/faith-and-religious-traditions/sacred-spaces · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The spaces can be used for group worship or individual prayer and reflection.”
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“12:05 p.m. | Sacred Heart Chapel | Dealy Hall”
- Sacred Spaces | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/faith-and-religious-traditions/sacred-spaces · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration20 to 29 times a week (28 weekly times documented: 21 Mass, 6 confession, 1 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
Theology and core curriculum
77 of 100 points on what we could document.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsTwo courses (THEO 1000 Faith and Critical Reason and one Sacred Texts and Traditions course; the Arts and Sciences, Gabelli School of Business, and School of Professional and Continuing Studies cores all include both. A revised core for students entering in fall 2028 was approved in April 2026 (e62).)
Sources (4)
- Undergraduate Study in Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/arts-and-sciences/undergraduate-study/academic-and-pre-professional-advising/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Two courses of philosophy, two of theology, and two of the natural sciences”
- Liberal Arts Core | Fordhamfordham.edu/gabelli-school-of-business/academic-programs-and-admissions/undergraduate-programs/core-curriculum/liberal-arts-core · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Philosophy: Philosophical Ethics Theology: Choose one course in the “Sacred Texts and Traditions” group”
- PCS Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/school-of-professional-and-continuing-studies/academics/undergraduate-degree-programs/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The second theology course, selected from a group of offerings relating to sacred texts and traditions, builds on the foundation of critical reasoning about traditions in the first theology course through analytical study of one religious textual tradition.”
- University Core Revision | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/office-of-the-provost/about-us/our-work/academic-initiatives/university-core-revision · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The revised core will apply to students entering in the fall of 2028.”
- Undergraduate Study in Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/arts-and-sciences/undergraduate-study/academic-and-pre-professional-advising/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)Catholic theology is one option among several (Faith and Critical Reason is a general introduction to theology. Sacred Texts and Traditions options include Old and New Testament and Christian texts as well as Jewish, Islamic, Buddhist, and comparative courses.)
Sources (2)
- PCS Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/school-of-professional-and-continuing-studies/academics/undergraduate-degree-programs/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“An introduction to fundamental theological issues including the dialectic between religion and modernity that has shaped our cultural heritage, and some of the ways that various cultures and individuals have confronted the pressing questions of meaning in human life.”
- Fordham Theology - Course Listingssites.google.com/fordham.edu/undergraduatetheology/course-listings · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“THEO 3200 Introduction to New Testament”
“This course explores classical, medieval, modern, and contemporary texts of Islam, including the Quran, Hadith, and philosophical, historical, mystical, ritual, and legal texts.”
- PCS Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/school-of-professional-and-continuing-studies/academics/undergraduate-degree-programs/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsTwo courses (PHIL 1000 Philosophy of Human Nature and PHIL 3000 Philosophical Ethics.)
Sources (2)
- Undergraduate Study in Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/arts-and-sciences/undergraduate-study/academic-and-pre-professional-advising/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Two courses of philosophy, two of theology, and two of the natural sciences”
- Liberal Arts Core | Fordhamfordham.edu/gabelli-school-of-business/academic-programs-and-admissions/undergraduate-programs/core-curriculum/liberal-arts-core · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Philosophy: Philosophical Ethics Theology: Choose one course in the “Sacred Texts and Traditions” group”
- Undergraduate Study in Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/arts-and-sciences/undergraduate-study/academic-and-pre-professional-advising/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: 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 provost's core page describes the core as a reflection of Fordham's Jesuit and Catholic mission; the revised core for students entering in fall 2028 is described as engaging the Catholic intellectual tradition of faith and reason.)
Sources (1)
- University Core Revision | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/office-of-the-provost/about-us/our-work/academic-initiatives/university-core-revision · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“At its foundation, Fordham’s core curriculum is a statement of our educational values and a reflection of our Jesuit and Catholic mission.”
“Mission Integration: Engages the Catholic intellectual tradition of faith and reason, and explicitly embeds social justice and ethics as foundational elements of a Jesuit education”
- University Core Revision | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/office-of-the-provost/about-us/our-work/academic-initiatives/university-core-revision · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Theology or religious studies major offeredYes
Sources (1)
- Fordham Theology - Major & Minorsites.google.com/fordham.edu/undergraduatetheology/major-minor · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“We offer a 10-course primary major, an 8-course secondary (double) major, and a 6-course minor.”
- Fordham Theology - Major & Minorsites.google.com/fordham.edu/undergraduatetheology/major-minor · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Not enough information: 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.
Campus culture and residence life
94 of 100 points on what we could document.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)Five or more (About 12 Catholic ministry and ministry leadership staff are listed on the Meet the Team page (Rose Hill and Lincoln Center), excluding the Muslim and Jewish chaplains, secretaries, communications staff, and student interns.)
Sources (1)
- Meet the Campus Ministry Team | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/connect/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Rev. Philip Judge, SJ is the Executive Director of Campus Ministry.”
“Director of Catholic Life Email: [email protected] Phone: 718-817-0588 University Church 01”
- Meet the Campus Ministry Team | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/connect/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Retreats offered to students each yearFour or more distinct retreats (Ignite, In(the)Woods, Prism, Romero, Communitas, Contemplatio, Emmaus, Art & Yoga, and Charis Senior retreats in 2026-2027 (Jewish and Ramadan retreats not counted).)
Sources (1)
- Campus Ministry Retreats Calendar | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/retreats-and-spirituality/retreats/retreats-calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Ignite Retreat (First Years) | September 18 - 20, 2026 | In(the)Woods One-Day Retreat | October 3, 2026 | Prism Retreat | October 16 - 18, 2026 | Romero Retreat | November 6 - 8, 2026 | Communitas Retreat | November 20 - 22, 2026”
“Contemplatio Retreat | January 15 - 17, 2027 | Ignite Retreat (Queen's Court) | January 29 - 31, 2027 | Ignite Retreat (Layola/Manresa) | February 5 - 7, 2027 | Emmaus Retreat | February 19 - 21, 2027 | Art & Yoga Retreat | February 26 - 28, 2027”
“Charis Senior Retreat | April 9-11, 2027”
- Campus Ministry Retreats Calendar | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/retreats-and-spirituality/retreats/retreats-calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsThree or more (Bible Study, AMDG Club, Society of Saint John the Baptist, Thomistic Institute, Catholic Women's Spirituality Group, Rosary Group, Catholic Relief Services, Jesuit Network Club, Respect for Life, Daughters of Mary, Catholic Men's Group, Christian Life Communities, Praise and Worship.)
Sources (5)
- Catholic Life Board | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/catholic-life-board · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Michael Audie| Representative of the Bible Study Group and Society of Saint John the Baptist, and Daniel Baur| Catholic Student Activities Co-Chair| Representative of Thomistic Institute”
“Gloria Tabone| Catholic Student Activities Co-Chair| Representative of Catholic Relief Services, Isaac Badall Riviere| Co-Representative of the Jesuit Network Club”
“Genevieve Curoe| Representative of Catholic Women's Spirituality Group”
- Student Liturgical Ministries | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/student-liturgical-ministries · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“For more information about how to get involved with Fordham's Respect for Life club reach out to”
“Daughters of Mary is a student-led ministry that features learning and reflections about the life of the Virgin Mary”
- Explore Religious Life | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/explore-religious-life · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The Catholic Men’s Group meets every three weeks to grow together in faith, deepen our prayer lives, and explore what it means to be Catholic men in today’s world.”
- Catholic Life Ministries and Groups | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/catholic-life-ministries-and-groups · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Additionally, we offer Christian Life Communities for students.”
- Catholic Life | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Be part of one of our many clubs or groups, like Bible Study, AMDG Club, or men's and women's spirituality groups. Come as you are to a thought-provoking lecture or laughter-inducing game night.”
- Catholic Life Board | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/catholic-life-board · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Not enough information: 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.
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Overnight guest policy in residence hallsVisitation hours or guest limits apply (Overnight guests need a pass and are limited to two nights in seven days; visitors must be signed out by 3:30 AM; cohabitation is prohibited.)
Sources (1)
- Residential Life Handbook: Rose Hill | Fordhamfordham.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residential-life-forms-and-regulations/rose-hill-residential-life-handbook · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Residents may host no more than two overnight guests at a time for two nights within a seven-day period, provided an official overnight guest pass is obtained from the residence hall staff.”
“If a student wishes to have an opposite-sex family member as an overnight guest, permission must be granted in advance by the building Resident Director.”
“Residents who fail to properly sign their visitors out before 3:30 am”
“One such principle holds that sexual intercourse is to be reserved for marriage. Cohabitation is therefore prohibited in the residence halls.”
- Residential Life Handbook: Rose Hill | Fordhamfordham.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residential-life-forms-and-regulations/rose-hill-residential-life-handbook · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Yes (Live-in campus ministers and Jesuit priests-in-residence; weekly evening Masses in O'Hare, Tierney, and Loyola hall chapels.)
Sources (3)
- Commuter and Residential Ministry | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/create-community/commuter-and-residential-ministry · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Many of the residence halls have Catholic Mass offered weekly, biweekly, or monthly. The schedule will vary, so check with your Priest-in-Residence.”
- O'Hare Hall | Fordhamfordham.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residence-halls/ohare-hall · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“O'Hare's staff consists of two resident directors, 13 resident assistants, and two Jesuits-in-residence.”
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Tuesdays 8 p.m. | O'Hare Chapel Wednesdays 9:30 p.m. | Tierney Hall Chapel Thursdays Ukrainian Rite Mass | 5 p.m. | Blue Chapel | Keating Hall 8:30 p.m. | Loyola Hall Chapel”
- Commuter and Residential Ministry | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/create-community/commuter-and-residential-ministry · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes (Vice President for Mission Integration and Ministry.)
Sources (1)
- John J. Cecero, S.J. | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/university-leadership/john-j-cecero-sj · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“In his current role, he is responsible for the advancement of the Jesuit and Catholic mission of the University, in collaboration with other campus units.”
- John J. Cecero, S.J. | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/university-leadership/john-j-cecero-sj · verified Oct. 7, 2026
Service and Catholic social teaching
82 of 100 points on what we could document.
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Service or volunteer centerYes (Center for Community Engaged Learning. Pedro Arrupe Volunteers within Campus Ministry.)
Sources (2)
- Center for Community Engaged Learning | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/external-affairs/center-for-community-engaged-learning · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“It fosters reciprocal partnerships by connecting faculty, students, and staff with community organizations to integrate academic inquiry with community engagement, advancing justice and solidarity.”
- Pedro Arrupe Volunteers | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/global-outreach-and-service/pedro-arrupe-volunteers · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The Pedro Arrupe Volunteers (PAV) is an intentional, multi-faith, student-led ministry within the auspices of the Office of Campus Ministry.”
- Center for Community Engaged Learning | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/external-affairs/center-for-community-engaged-learning · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumAvailable (courses or programs)
Sources (1)
- Community Engaged Learning Courses | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/external-affairs/center-for-community-engaged-learning/engaged-faculty/courses · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Community engaged learning courses give students and faculty the opportunity to deploy the concepts and content introduced in the classroom in the complex and dynamic places and spaces we share.”
- Community Engaged Learning Courses | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/external-affairs/center-for-community-engaged-learning/engaged-faculty/courses · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Offered (course, minor, or center) (The Laurence J. McGinley Chair in Religion and Society is devoted to applying Catholic social thought; no undergraduate course or core requirement explicitly on Catholic social teaching was found on readable pages.)
Sources (1)
- The Laurence J. McGinley Chair in Religion and Society | Fordhamfordham.edu/academics/faculty/endowed-chairs/mcginley-chair · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Father Massaro's goal as the holder of the McGinley Chair is to advance the faithful and creative application of Catholic social thought to the many urgent challenges facing contemporary society”
- The Laurence J. McGinley Chair in Religion and Society | Fordhamfordham.edu/academics/faculty/endowed-chairs/mcginley-chair · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Two or more (Respect for Life club listed by Campus Ministry. Title IX Office pregnancy and parenting resources.)
Sources (2)
- Student Liturgical Ministries | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/student-liturgical-ministries · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“For more information about how to get involved with Fordham's Respect for Life club reach out to”
- Pregnancy and Parenting Resources | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/title-ix-office/non-discrimination-policy/pregnancy-and-parenting-resources · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The University encourages and supports the academic and professional success of pregnant and parenting students and employees.”
- Student Liturgical Ministries | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/student-liturgical-ministries · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)Two or more (Global Outreach immersion trips, Ignatian Family Teach-In for Justice, Urban Plunge.)
Sources (3)
- Global Outreach | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/global-outreach-and-service/global-outreach · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Global Outreach (¡GO!) is a service and cultural immersion program promoting social justice and community engagement. Guided by Fordham’s Jesuit mission, ¡GO! connects students with communities worldwide to explore inequality and advance anti-oppression and anti-racism efforts.”
- Ignatian Family Teach-in for Justice | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/global-outreach-and-service/ignatian-family-teach-in-for-justice · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Be part of the largest annual Jesuit, Catholic, social justice gathering in the United States!”
- Urban Plunge | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/external-affairs/center-for-community-engaged-learning/student-programming/urban-plunge · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Urban Plunge is a three-day pre-orientation program designed for incoming students who are critical thinkers and share a deep commitment to social justice advocacy.”
- Global Outreach | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/global-outreach-and-service/global-outreach · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Yes: 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
Sources (2)
- Pedro Arrupe Volunteers | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/global-outreach-and-service/pedro-arrupe-volunteers · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The Pedro Arrupe Volunteers (PAV) is an intentional, multi-faith, student-led ministry within the auspices of the Office of Campus Ministry.”
“Pedro Arrupe Volunteers is inspired by its namesake, the former Superior General of the Society of Jesus who championed “faith that does justice.””
- Global Outreach | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/global-outreach-and-service/global-outreach · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Global Outreach (¡GO!) is a service and cultural immersion program promoting social justice and community engagement. Guided by Fordham’s Jesuit mission, ¡GO! connects students with communities worldwide to explore inequality and advance anti-oppression and anti-racism efforts.”
- Pedro Arrupe Volunteers | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/global-outreach-and-service/pedro-arrupe-volunteers · verified Oct. 7, 2026
Grades come from the documented indicators under the published rubric. “Not enough information” does not mean the school lacks it.
Strengths
- Mass is offered every weekday on campus, twice on Sundays in the University Church, and on weekday evenings in residence hall chapels.
Sources (1)
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Our liturgies include Masses on Sundays and each day of the week.”
“12:05 p.m. | Sacred Heart Chapel | Dealy Hall”
“11 a.m. & 7 p.m. | University Church”
“Tuesdays 8 p.m. | O'Hare Chapel Wednesdays 9:30 p.m. | Tierney Hall Chapel Thursdays Ukrainian Rite Mass | 5 p.m. | Blue Chapel | Keating Hall 8:30 p.m. | Loyola Hall Chapel”
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Confession is scheduled every weekday at midday and on Sunday evenings.
Sources (1)
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Monday-Friday: 12:05 - 12:30 p.m. Sunday: 6:15 p.m. - 6:45 p.m. All reconciliations occur in the University Church Reconciliation Room.”
- Catholic Mass Schedule | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/calendar-and-events/catholic-mass-schedule · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- All undergraduates take two theology and two philosophy courses in the core.
Sources (3)
- Undergraduate Study in Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/arts-and-sciences/undergraduate-study/academic-and-pre-professional-advising/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Two courses of philosophy, two of theology, and two of the natural sciences”
- Liberal Arts Core | Fordhamfordham.edu/gabelli-school-of-business/academic-programs-and-admissions/undergraduate-programs/core-curriculum/liberal-arts-core · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Philosophy: Philosophical Ethics Theology: Choose one course in the “Sacred Texts and Traditions” group”
- PCS Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/school-of-professional-and-continuing-studies/academics/undergraduate-degree-programs/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The second theology course, selected from a group of offerings relating to sacred texts and traditions, builds on the foundation of critical reasoning about traditions in the first theology course through analytical study of one religious textual tradition.”
- Undergraduate Study in Arts and Sciences Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/arts-and-sciences/undergraduate-study/academic-and-pre-professional-advising/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Jesuit priests and campus ministers live in residence halls, and a Jesuit priest directs Campus Ministry.
Sources (3)
- Meet the Campus Ministry Team | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/connect/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Rev. Philip Judge, SJ is the Executive Director of Campus Ministry.”
- Commuter and Residential Ministry | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/create-community/commuter-and-residential-ministry · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Many of the residence halls have Catholic Mass offered weekly, biweekly, or monthly. The schedule will vary, so check with your Priest-in-Residence.”
- O'Hare Hall | Fordhamfordham.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residence-halls/ohare-hall · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“O'Hare's staff consists of two resident directors, 13 resident assistants, and two Jesuits-in-residence.”
- Meet the Campus Ministry Team | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/connect/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 7, 2026
Concerns
- Neither required theology course is explicitly Catholic; the second is chosen from Sacred Texts and Traditions courses that include non-Christian traditions.
Sources (2)
- PCS Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/school-of-professional-and-continuing-studies/academics/undergraduate-degree-programs/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“An introduction to fundamental theological issues including the dialectic between religion and modernity that has shaped our cultural heritage, and some of the ways that various cultures and individuals have confronted the pressing questions of meaning in human life.”
- Fordham Theology - Course Listingssites.google.com/fordham.edu/undergraduatetheology/course-listings · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“This course explores classical, medieval, modern, and contemporary texts of Islam, including the Quran, Hadith, and philosophical, historical, mystical, ritual, and legal texts.”
- PCS Core Curriculum | Fordhamfordham.edu/school-of-professional-and-continuing-studies/academics/undergraduate-degree-programs/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- Scheduled Eucharistic adoration was found only once a week, as part of the Wednesday Praise and Worship service.
Sources (1)
- Praise and Worship | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/praise-and-worship · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Praise and Worship is held every Wednesday night at 8 p.m. in Our Lady's Chapel in the lower level of the University Church.”
- Praise and Worship | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/praise-and-worship · verified Oct. 7, 2026
- No undergraduate course or core requirement explicitly on Catholic social teaching was found on readable pages.
Sources (1)
- The Laurence J. McGinley Chair in Religion and Society | Fordhamfordham.edu/academics/faculty/endowed-chairs/mcginley-chair · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Father Massaro's goal as the holder of the McGinley Chair is to advance the faithful and creative application of Catholic social thought to the many urgent challenges facing contemporary society”
- The Laurence J. McGinley Chair in Religion and Society | Fordhamfordham.edu/academics/faculty/endowed-chairs/mcginley-chair · verified Oct. 7, 2026
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Campus ministry home
Office of Campus Ministry, Rose Hill (McShane Campus Center)
- Address: McShane Campus Center, Suite 215, 441 E. Fordham Road, Bronx, NY 10458
- Location: On campus
Source: fordham.edu, verified Oct. 7, 2026, fordham.edu, verified Oct. 7, 2026
Catholic clubs and student life
27 groups and regular activities · 19 on campus, 8 off campus
Other 1
- Ignatian Family Teach-In for JusticeOff campusNovember 14-15, 2026Jesuit, Catholic social justice gathering in Washington, D.C.
Retreats 5
- Ignite RetreatOff campusSept. 18-20, 2026; Jan. 29-31 and Feb. 5-7, 2027First-year retreat at the Goshen retreat house.
- Emmaus RetreatOff campusFeb. 19-21, 2027Retreat rooted in Catholic-Christian spirituality and the first week of the Spiritual Exercises.
- Contemplatio Silent RetreatOff campusJan. 15-17, 2027Silent Ignatian retreat with daily spiritual direction.
- Romero, Communitas, Prism, Art & Yoga, and Charis Senior retreatsOff campus2026-2027Additional weekend retreats, mostly at the McGrath retreat house in Goshen, NY.
- In(the)Woods One-Day RetreatOff campusOct. 3, 2026One-day retreat.
Service 3
- Pedro Arrupe VolunteersOff campusStudent-led Campus Ministry service projects in the Bronx and New York City.
- Global Outreach (¡GO!)Off campusWinter, spring, and summer breaksService and cultural immersion trips in the U.S. and abroad.
- Catholic Relief Services clubOn campusStudent group represented on the Catholic Life Board.
Faith formation 2
- Sunday readings reflection groupOn campusStudents reflect on the upcoming Sunday readings and give feedback to homilists.
- OCIAOn campusEvery other Tuesday 6-7:30 PMPreparation for baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist in the lower level of the University Church.
Clubs and groups 11
- Catholic Life BoardOn campusStudent leaders from Catholic clubs and ministries who plan Catholic Life programs.
- Bible StudyOn campusCatholic student Bible study group.
- AMDG ClubOn campusCatholic student club represented on the Catholic Life Board.
- Society of Saint John the BaptistOn campusCatholic student group represented on the Catholic Life Board.
- Thomistic Institute chapterOn campusStudent group represented on the Catholic Life Board.
- Catholic Women's Spirituality GroupOn campusWomen's spirituality group represented on the Catholic Life Board.
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- Daughters of MaryOn campusStudent-led ministry for Catholic women on the life of the Virgin Mary.
- Catholic Men's GroupOn campusEvery three weeksMen's faith and fellowship group led by Jesuits.
- Christian Life CommunitiesOn campusSmall faith-sharing communities offered by Campus Ministry.
- Respect for LifeOn campusPro-life student club listed among Catholic student clubs.
- Jesuit Network ClubOn campusStudent club represented on the Catholic Life Board.
Liturgy and prayer 4
- Praise and WorshipOn campusWednesdays 8 PMStudent-led contemporary music, reflections, Eucharistic adoration, and prayer in Our Lady's Chapel.
- Student liturgical ministriesOn campusAltar servers, Eucharistic ministers, hospitality ministers, lectors, media ministers, sacristans, and student liturgical coordinators.
- Schola CantorumOn campusSundays 11 AM Mass; rehearsals Tuesday eveningsAuditioned student choir for the 11 AM Sunday Mass.
- Gloria Dei ChoirOn campusSundays 7 PM MassStudent choir and instrumentalists for the 7 PM Sunday Mass.
Social life 1
- Catholic Life lectures and game nightsOn campusLectures and game nights hosted by Catholic Life.
Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.
Campus ministry
- Office of Campus Ministry (Catholic Life)
- Fordham Jesuit Community
- Respect for Life
- Christian Life Communities
Sources (5)
- Meet the Campus Ministry Team | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/connect/meet-the-team · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Rev. Philip Judge, SJ is the Executive Director of Campus Ministry.”
“Director of Catholic Life Email: [email protected] Phone: 718-817-0588 University Church 01”
“Rose Hill McShane Campus Center CMCE Suite 215 Phone: 718-817-4500”
- Jesuits at Fordham | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/jesuit-and-catholic/jesuits-at-fordham · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The Fordham Jesuit Community is part of the USA East Province of the Society of Jesus, and is located at Spellman Hall.”
- Student Liturgical Ministries | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/student-liturgical-ministries · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“For more information about how to get involved with Fordham's Respect for Life club reach out to”
- Catholic Life Ministries and Groups | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/living-the-mission/campus-ministry/catholic-life/catholic-life-ministries-and-groups · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Additionally, we offer Christian Life Communities for students.”
- Center for Community Engaged Learning | Fordhamfordham.edu/about/leadership-and-administration/administrative-offices/external-affairs/center-for-community-engaged-learning · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Rose Hill Campus 441 E. Fordham Road McShane Campus Center, Suite 215 Bronx, NY 10458”
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Academic Excellence
Each measure counts for the share shown.
- Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.82%
- First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.89%
- Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,418 · ACT 31.5
- Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.14 to 1
- Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$19,044
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) | 10,307 |
|---|---|
| Total students | 16,153 |
| Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid | $44,338 |
| Cost of attendance (per year) | $82,762 |
| Median federal debt at graduation | $24,300 |
| Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time | 82% |
| First-year retention | 89% |
| Median earnings 10 years after entry | $85,569 |
| Admission rate | 59% |
| Students receiving Pell grants | 21% |
| Average SAT | 1418 |
|---|---|
| SAT reading & writing | 660–730 |
| SAT math | 660–750 |
| ACT composite | 30–33 |
| Test policy | Considered but not required |
Value index: 58 / 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
The Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks, Archbishop of New York
Formal address: “Your Excellency”
Cathedral: St. Patrick's Cathedral
Source: archny.org, archny.org, verified Oct. 7, 2026.
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About this school’s data
- IPEDS unit ID 191241
- Carnegie classification: Doctoral university (high research)
- 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 Fordham University a Catholic college?
- Yes. Fordham University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of New York. Its sponsor is Society of Jesus (Jesuits).
- What is Fordham University’s Compass Score?
- 87 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
- Where is Mass celebrated at Fordham University?
- Mass is listed at Sacred Heart Chapel, Dealy Hall, Saint Ignatius Chapel, Fordham Prep, and Spellman Hall (Jesuit Community). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
- Is Fordham University Compass Recommended?
- Yes. Fordham University meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.
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