Is Howard University a Catholic college?

No. Howard University is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by HU Bison Catholic (Howard University Catholic campus ministry).

Where is Mass celebrated at Howard University?

Mass is listed at Douglass Hall Room 120, Howard University campus, Location not stated on the ministry page, St. Augustine (15th and V St NW), and vigil. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Is Howard University Compass Recommended?

Yes. Howard University meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

College · Catholic life on campus

Howard University

LocationWashington, DC
Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 13,416 students

Official website Campus Ministry Honor Roll badge

Catholic Life Score

Catholic life 75%Academics 25%

ACatholic life
89 of 100

BAcademics
79 of 100

Verified Oct. 12, 2026 · How the score works

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

HU Bison Catholic, the Catholic campus ministry at Howard University, is listed on the university chapel's site and meets at the Sr. Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center. It lists a Sunday Mass on campus at 6:00 PM, four weekday Masses, weekly confession, and Thursday fellowship nights.

Mass, confession, and adoration

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Mass 16

Sunday6:00 PMDouglass Hall Room 120, Howard University campus · During the academic year.
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday5:30 PMLocation not stated on the ministry page
Wednesday12:30 PMLocation not stated on the ministry page
Saturday4:30 PMSt. Augustine (15th and V St NW), vigil · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Sunday8:00 AMSt. Augustine (15th and V St NW) · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Sunday10:00 AMSt. Augustine (15th and V St NW) · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.

Show 10 more mass times

Sunday12:30 PMSt. Augustine (15th and V St NW) · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Saturday5:30 PMImmaculate Conception (8th and N St NW), vigil · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Sunday9:00 AMImmaculate Conception (8th and N St NW) · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Sunday11:00 AMImmaculate Conception (8th and N St NW) · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Sunday6:00 PMImmaculate Conception (8th and N St NW) · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Saturday5:00 PMSt. Martin of Tours (1908 North Capital Street NW), vigil · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Sunday9:00 AMSt. Martin of Tours (1908 North Capital Street NW) · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Sunday12:00 PMSt. Martin of Tours (1908 North Capital Street NW) · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Saturday6:00 PMShrine of the Sacred Heart (3211 Sacred Heart Way NW), Spanish vigil · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.
Sunday12:00 PMShrine of the Sacred Heart (3211 Sacred Heart Way NW), Spanish Mass · Listed on the ministry's page as a nearby church.

Confession 2

Sunday5:30 PMLocation not stated; 30 minutes before Sunday Mass
Thursday6:00 PM–7:00 PMLocation not stated on the ministry page

Adoration 1

Thursday6:00 PM–7:00 PMLocation not stated on the ministry page

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)

Services | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Sunday Mass is celebrated on campus at 6 pm during the academic year in Douglas Hall (Room 120).”
The ministry states that Sunday Mass is celebrated on campus at 6 PM during the academic year.
“Tuesdays: 5:30 pm Wednesdays: 12:30 pm Thursdays: 5:30 pm (followed by Eucharistic Adoration from 6-7 pm) Fridays: 5:30 pm”
The ministry lists daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with adoration after Thursday Mass.
“Tuesdays: 5:30 pm Wednesdays: 12:30 pm Thursdays: 5:30 pm (followed by Eucharistic Adoration from 6-7 pm) Fridays: 5:30 pm”
The ministry lists daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with adoration after Thursday Mass.
“Confessions are offered on Thursdays during adoration from 6- 7 pm, Sundays at 5:30 pm, or anytime by appointment with the chaplain.”
The ministry lists confession on Thursdays during adoration, on Sundays at 5:30 PM, and by appointment.
“Confessions are offered on Thursdays during adoration from 6- 7 pm, Sundays at 5:30 pm, or anytime by appointment with the chaplain.”
The ministry lists confession on Thursdays during adoration, on Sundays at 5:30 PM, and by appointment.
“Tuesdays: 5:30 pm Wednesdays: 12:30 pm Thursdays: 5:30 pm (followed by Eucharistic Adoration from 6-7 pm) Fridays: 5:30 pm”
The ministry lists daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with adoration after Thursday Mass.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.
“St. Augustine (Mother Church of Black Catholics in DC) 15th and V St NW Sunday Mass times: 8am, 10am, 12:30pm (4:30pm vigil) Immaculate Conception 8th and N St NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 11am, 6pm (5:30pm vigil) St. Martin of Tours 1908 North Capital Street, NW Sunday Mass times: 9am, 12pm (5pm vigil) Shrine of the Sacred Heart 3211 Sacred Heart Way, NW Sunday Mass times: 12pm Spanish Mass (6pm Spanish vigil)”
The ministry lists Sunday Mass times at four nearby Catholic churches.

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Catholic churches nearby

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

Saint Martin of Tours Catholic Church — 0.7 mi · 1908 North Capitol Street Northwest, Washington
Saint Augustine Catholic Church — 0.9 mi · 1425 V Street Northwest
Notre Dame Chapel — 0.9 mi
Immaculate Conception Convent — 1.0 mi
Immaculate Conception Catholic Church — 1.0 mi · 1315 8th Street Northwest, Washington
Shrine of the Sacred Heart Catholic Church — 1.1 mi · 3211 Pine Street Northwest

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

89 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Catholic campus ministry serving this campus (Catholic center, campus ministry, or chaplaincy)Yes
Sources (1)
1. HU Bison Catholic | Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapelchapel.howard.edu/community/chaplaincy/hu-bison-catholic · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “We serve as the Catholic campus ministry at Howard University.”
  HU Bison Catholic is the Catholic campus ministry at Howard University.
Yes:
Dedicated Catholic center or chapel on or next to campusYes (The ministry's page describes a dedicated Catholic student center at Howard University.)
Sources (1)
1. Sr. Thea Bowman Dedication | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sr-thea-bowman-dedication · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “dedicated the new Sr. Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center at Howard University.”
  The Sr. Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center at Howard University was dedicated on August 28, 2023.
Yes:
Priest chaplain assigned to campus ministryFull-time priest chaplain (Fr. Robert Boxie is presented as the ministry's chaplain.)
Sources (1)
1. HU Bison Catholic | Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapelchapel.howard.edu/community/chaplaincy/hu-bison-catholic · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Fr. Robert Boxie, Chaplain”
  Fr. Robert Boxie is listed as the ministry's Chaplain.
Partly:
Weekday Mass at the campus ministry1–4 weekdays (Four weekdays are listed (Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday).)
Sources (1)
1. Services | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Tuesdays: 5:30 pm Wednesdays: 12:30 pm Thursdays: 5:30 pm (followed by Eucharistic Adoration from 6-7 pm) Fridays: 5:30 pm”
  The ministry lists daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with adoration after Thursday Mass.
Partly:
Sunday Mass at the campus ministry or a campus chapelOne weekend Mass (One Sunday Mass at 6:00 PM during the academic year, in Douglass Hall Room 120.)
Sources (1)
1. Services | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Sunday Mass is celebrated on campus at 6 pm during the academic year in Douglas Hall (Room 120).”
  The ministry states that Sunday Mass is celebrated on campus at 6 PM during the academic year.
Yes:
Scheduled confession at the campus ministryWeekly or more often (Scheduled confession on Sundays at 5:30 PM and Thursdays during adoration from 6 to 7 PM, or by appointment.)
Sources (1)
1. Services | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Confessions are offered on Thursdays during adoration from 6- 7 pm, Sundays at 5:30 pm, or anytime by appointment with the chaplain.”
  The ministry lists confession on Thursdays during adoration, on Sundays at 5:30 PM, and by appointment.
Yes:
Catholic student groups and missionary outreach (e.g., FOCUS, Saint Paul's Outreach, Knights of Columbus, Bible studies)Two or more (HU Bison Catholic is a recognized student organization, and FOCUS is listed as serving Howard University.)
Sources (2)
1. Events | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/get-involved · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “We offer bible studies, Wednesday night fellowship, daily and Sunday Masses, adoration, service, and service events.”
  The ministry offers Bible studies, fellowship, Masses, adoration, and service.
2. Campuses - FOCUSfocus.org/about/campuses · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Wake Forest UniversityHoward UniversityGeorge Washington University”
  FOCUS lists Howard University among the campuses it serves.
Yes:
Formation programs (retreats, OCIA/RCIA, service, small groups)Two or more kinds (Retreats each semester, community service, pilgrimages, OCIA, and Bible studies are listed.)
Sources (2)
1. Services | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “They meet every Sunday before Mass at 4:30 pm in the Douglass Hall.”
  The ministry runs an OCIA program that meets on Sundays at 4:30 PM in Douglass Hall.
2. Events | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/get-involved · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “We sponsor retreats each semester to disconnect from busyness of campus life and spend time with God in prayer and community.”
  The ministry sponsors retreats each semester.
  “We offer opportunities to service and give back to the community we live in.”
  The ministry offers community service opportunities.
  “We take advantage of the many Catholic sites in and around the Washington, D.C. area to appreciate the beauty and universality of our Church.”
  The ministry takes pilgrimages to Catholic sites in the Washington, D.C. area.
  “We offer bible studies, Wednesday night fellowship, daily and Sunday Masses, adoration, service, and service events.”
  The ministry offers Bible studies, fellowship, Masses, adoration, and service.
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 adoration20 to 29 times a week (21 weekly times documented: 18 Mass, 2 confession, 1 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

Sunday Mass is held on campus, and Masses are also listed on four weekdays.
Sources (1)
1. Services | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Tuesdays: 5:30 pm Wednesdays: 12:30 pm Thursdays: 5:30 pm (followed by Eucharistic Adoration from 6-7 pm) Fridays: 5:30 pm”
  The ministry lists daily Mass on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday, with adoration after Thursday Mass.
  “Sunday Mass is celebrated on campus at 6 pm during the academic year in Douglas Hall (Room 120).”
  The ministry states that Sunday Mass is celebrated on campus at 6 PM during the academic year.
Confession is listed weekly, on Sundays and during Thursday adoration.
Sources (1)
1. Services | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Confessions are offered on Thursdays during adoration from 6- 7 pm, Sundays at 5:30 pm, or anytime by appointment with the chaplain.”
  The ministry lists confession on Thursdays during adoration, on Sundays at 5:30 PM, and by appointment.
A named chaplain, a dedicated student center, and a published contact are listed.
Sources (3)
1. HU Bison Catholic | Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapelchapel.howard.edu/community/chaplaincy/hu-bison-catholic · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Fr. Robert Boxie, Chaplain”
  Fr. Robert Boxie is listed as the ministry's Chaplain.
2. Contact | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “connect@hubisoncatholic.com (202) 844-1971”
  The ministry publishes a general email and phone number.
3. Sr. Thea Bowman Dedication | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sr-thea-bowman-dedication · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “dedicated the new Sr. Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center at Howard University.”
  The Sr. Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center at Howard University was dedicated on August 28, 2023.

Concerns

The Sunday Mass is held in a residence hall room, Douglass Hall Room 120, as stated on the ministry's page.
Sources (1)
1. HU Bison Catholic | Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapelchapel.howard.edu/community/chaplaincy/hu-bison-catholic · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Weekly Mass--Sunday, 6pm, Douglass Hall Room 120”
  The ministry lists a weekly Sunday Mass at 6 PM in Douglass Hall Room 120.

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The Catholic center

Sr. Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center (HU Bison Catholic)

Address: 1901 3rd Street NW, Washington, DC 20001
Distance from campus: 0.5 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)

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Source: hubisoncatholic.com, verified Oct. 12, 2026, hubisoncatholic.com, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

8 groups and regular activities · 3 on campus, 2 off campus, 3 location not published

Liturgy and prayer 2

Archdiocesan Masses and eventsOff campus
Participation in Masses and events across the Archdiocese of Washington.
hubisoncatholic.com
Sunday MassOn campus
Sundays at 6 PM during the academic year
Sunday Mass in Douglass Hall Room 120, held on campus during the academic year.
chapel.howard.edu, hubisoncatholic.com

Other 1

PilgrimagesOff campus
Trips to Catholic sites in and around Washington, D.C.
hubisoncatholic.com

Faith formation 2

OCIA and catechesisOn campus
Sundays at 4:30 PM before Mass
OCIA program for adults and classes for anyone interested in learning about the Catholic faith, in Douglass Hall.
hubisoncatholic.com
Bible studies
Bible studies offered by the ministry.
hubisoncatholic.com

Social life 1

HU Bison Catholic Fellowship NightOn campus
Thursdays, 7-9 PM
Weekly fellowship night in the Douglass Hall Student Lounge.
chapel.howard.edu

Retreats 1

Retreats
Each semester
Retreats sponsored by the ministry each semester.
hubisoncatholic.com

Service 1

Community service
Service opportunities in the surrounding community.
hubisoncatholic.com

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 (4)

HU Bison Catholic | Andrew Rankin Memorial Chapelchapel.howard.edu/community/chaplaincy/hu-bison-catholic · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“We serve as the Catholic campus ministry at Howard University.”
HU Bison Catholic is the Catholic campus ministry at Howard University.
“Fr. Robert Boxie, Chaplain”
Fr. Robert Boxie is listed as the ministry's Chaplain.
Campuses - FOCUSfocus.org/about/campuses · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Wake Forest UniversityHoward UniversityGeorge Washington University”
FOCUS lists Howard University among the campuses it serves.
Contact | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Sr. Thea Bowman Center 1901 3rd Street NW Washington, DC 20001”
The ministry's Sr. Thea Bowman Center is at 1901 3rd Street NW, Washington, DC 20001.
Sr. Thea Bowman Dedication | HU_Catholicshubisoncatholic.com/sr-thea-bowman-dedication · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“dedicated the new Sr. Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center at Howard University.”
The Sr. Thea Bowman Catholic Student Center at Howard University was dedicated on August 28, 2023.

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My rating and notes

Academic Excellence

79 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score70%
First-year retention 20% of score91%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,213 · ACT 25
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score13 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$14,944

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 · Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference
Setting	City
ROTC	Army · Air Force
Study abroad	Offered
Students per faculty member	13 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)	10,190
Total students	13,416
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$50,539
Cost of attendance (per year)	$54,630
Median federal debt at graduation	$24,500
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	70%
First-year retention	91%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$63,066
Admission rate	41%
Students receiving Pell grants	40%

Admitted students’ middle range:SAT 1090–1320ACT 22–28

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1213
SAT reading & writing	560–670
SAT math	530–650
ACT composite	22–28
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 49 / 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 Washington

His Eminence Cardinal Robert McElroy, Archbishop of Washington

Formal address: “Your Eminence”

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

Diocese determined from the county using NCES Catholic school records. Confirm with the diocese.

About this school’s data

IPEDS unit ID 131520
Carnegie classification: Doctoral university (high research)
Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
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Questions families ask

Is Howard University a Catholic college?: No. Howard University is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by HU Bison Catholic (Howard University Catholic campus ministry).
What is Howard University’s Catholic Life Score?: 86 out of 100 (grade A). 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 Howard University?: Mass is listed at Douglass Hall Room 120, Howard University campus, Location not stated on the ministry page, St. Augustine (15th and V St NW), and vigil. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is Howard University Compass Recommended?: Yes. Howard University meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

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