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Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College

  • LocationBaton Rouge, LA
  • Type and sizePublic · 4-year · 39,418 students
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Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is not a Catholic college. This rating measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes.

Christ the King Catholic Church and Catholic Center (CTK), a parish of the Diocese of Baton Rouge located on LSU's campus at Highland Road and Dalrymple Drive, serves LSU students, who are all considered its parishioners; it is listed in LSU's TigerLink directory as a faith-based student organization. CTK lists three Sunday Masses, Mass Monday through Thursday at 6 PM, confession Monday through Thursday, and weekday Eucharistic adoration in its Portiuncula Adoration Chapel during the semester. A FOCUS team, a campus ministry staff, Bible studies, OCIA, retreats, and service programs are based there.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 5

  • Sunday10:00 AMChrist the King Church, Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr (LSU campus)
  • Sunday6:00 PMChrist the King Church, Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr (LSU campus)
  • Sunday8:00 PMChrist the King Church, Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr (LSU campus)
  • Monday–Thursday6:00 PMChrist the King Church, Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr (LSU campus) · Daily Mass; the page lists summer dates with no daily Mass.
  • Saturday8:30 AMChrist the King Church, Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr (LSU campus) · First Saturday of the month only (Fatima devotion).

Confession 1

  • Monday–Thursday4:30 PM–5:50 PMChrist the King Church, Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr (LSU campus)

Adoration 1

  • Monday–Thursday9:00 AM–5:30 PMPortiuncula Adoration Chapel, Christ the King · Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament while school is in session.

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 (1)
  1. Mass Times | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
    Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
    “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
    Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
    “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
    Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
    “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
    Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
    “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
    Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
    “Confession Monday-Thursday: 4:30 – 5:50 p.m.”
    Confession is scheduled Monday-Thursday from 4:30 to 5:50 PM.
    “The Most Blessed Sacrament is exposed for adoration in the Portiuncula Chapel Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. while school is in session.”
    Eucharistic adoration is held in the Portiuncula Chapel Monday-Thursday 9 AM-5:30 PM while school is in session.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miChrist The King Parish and Catholic Student Center: 0.2 mi1Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church: 1.6 mi2Saint Aloysius Catholic Church: 1.7 mi3Saint Agnes Catholic Church: 1.8 mi4Saint Joseph Cathedral: 2.6 mi5Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church: 2.6 mi6Christ the King Catholic Church and Catholic Center at LSU (CTK): 0.3 miLouisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College (campus)N2 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Christ The King Parish and Catholic Student Center — 0.2 mi · 11 West Fraternity Lane, Baton Rouge
  2. Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church — 1.6 mi · 1120 Myrtle Walk, Baton Rouge
  3. Saint Aloysius Catholic Church — 1.7 mi · 2025 Stuart Avenue, Baton Rouge
  4. Saint Agnes Catholic Church — 1.8 mi · 749 East Boulevard, Baton Rouge
  5. Saint Joseph Cathedral — 2.6 mi · 401 Main Street, Baton Rouge
  6. Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic Church — 2.6 mi · 2250 Main Street, Baton Rouge

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.

ACatholic life on campus: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Catholic life on campus

90 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic campus ministry serving this campus (Catholic center, campus ministry, or chaplaincy)Yes (Christ the King Catholic Center is listed in LSU's TigerLink student organization directory under Faith-Based & Spiritual Organizations. CTK is a parish on LSU's campus (a parish since 1980) and states that all current LSU students are considered its parishioners.)
    Sources (3)
    1. List of Groups | TigerLink (LSU)tigerlink.lsu.edu/club_signup?search=catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Christ the King Catholic Center Faith-Based & Spiritual Organizations”
      LSU's TigerLink student organization directory lists Christ the King Catholic Center as a faith-based and spiritual organization.
    2. About Us | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The new church, dedicated in 2000, stands as a landmark on LSU’s campus today.”
      Christ the King's church is on LSU's campus.
    3. Families & Parishioners | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/families-parishioners · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Please note all current LSU students are considered parishioners and do not need to officially register until after graduation.”
      All current LSU students are considered parishioners of Christ the King.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Dedicated Catholic center or chapel on or next to campusYes (CTK's church stands on LSU's campus at the corner of Dalrymple Drive and Highland Road, across from the LSU Visitor's Center, with an administrative building and office behind it and the Portiuncula Adoration Chapel inside the church building. The address recorded is the package/delivery address CTK publishes (11 W Fraternity Ln.); its physical address is given as Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr.)
    Sources (2)
    1. About Us | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The new church, dedicated in 2000, stands as a landmark on LSU’s campus today.”
      Christ the King's church is on LSU's campus.
      “The Portiuncula Adoration Chapel was opened officially for public use in 2019.”
      CTK has the Portiuncula Adoration Chapel, opened in 2019.
    2. Location & Parking | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/about-us/location · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Christ the King’s main church building is located on the corner of Dalrymple Drive facing Highland Road across from the LSU Visitor’s Center. Behind the main church building is the smaller Administrative building and CTK Office.”
      The church is at Dalrymple Drive and Highland Road across from the LSU Visitor's Center, with an administrative building and office behind it.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priest chaplain assigned to campus ministryFull-time priest chaplain (Fr. Mathew Dunn is listed as CTK Pastor. CTK is the parish on LSU's campus and all current LSU students are considered its parishioners; its pastor serves students as the campus parish's priest. No separate chaplain title is used.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Staff | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Mathew Dunn CTK Pastor Email: pastor@ctklsu.org”
      Fr. Mathew Dunn is pastor of Christ the King; email pastor@ctklsu.org.
    2. Families & Parishioners | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/families-parishioners · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Please note all current LSU students are considered parishioners and do not need to officially register until after graduation.”
      All current LSU students are considered parishioners of Christ the King.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Weekday Mass at the campus ministry1–4 weekdays (Daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM (four weekdays). Mass is also offered on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM (Fatima devotion).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass Times | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
      Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Sunday Mass at the campus ministry or a campus chapelTwo or more weekend Masses (Three Sunday Masses: 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass Times | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
      Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Scheduled confession at the campus ministryWeekly or more often (Confession Monday-Thursday 4:30-5:50 PM; appointments with Fr. Mathew are also available.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass Times | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Confession Monday-Thursday: 4:30 – 5:50 p.m.”
      Confession is scheduled Monday-Thursday from 4:30 to 5:50 PM.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic student groups and missionary outreach (e.g., FOCUS, Saint Paul's Outreach, Knights of Columbus, Bible studies)Two or more (FOCUS serves LSU (focus.org campus list. CTK's staff page lists a FOCUS team director, assistant team director for Varsity Catholic athlete outreach, and missionaries). Student Bible studies, the JPII Men's Household, men's and women's ministries, the Thomistic Institute at LSU, and Catholic Relief Services at LSU (both in TigerLink) are also listed.)
    Sources (4)
    1. Campuses - FOCUSfocus.org/about/campuses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “McNeese State University Louisiana State University Nicholls State University”
      FOCUS lists Louisiana State University among the campuses where it serves.
    2. Staff | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Jake Forey FOCUS Team Director at LSU Email: jake.forey@focus.org”
      CTK's staff page lists a FOCUS team at LSU led by team director Jake Forey.
      “Assistant Team Director at LSU | Varsity Catholic (Athlete Outreach)”
      FOCUS's assistant team director at LSU leads Varsity Catholic outreach to athletes.
    3. List of Groups | TigerLink (LSU)tigerlink.lsu.edu/club_signup?search=catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The mission of the Thomistic Institute at Louisiana State University is to promote academic discussion of the Catholic church’s intellectual tradition, placing particular emphasis on the thought of the 13th-century philosopher and theologian, Thomas Aquinas.”
      The Thomistic Institute at LSU is a registered student organization promoting discussion of the Catholic intellectual tradition.
      “To educate, advocate, and mobilize the Louisiana State University campus community in solidarity with global human development initiatives, poverty alleviation, and humanitarian relief alongside Catholic Relief Services.”
      Catholic Relief Services at LSU is a registered student organization working alongside Catholic Relief Services.
    4. Formation & Leadership | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/formation-leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Join a group of 5-12 students in a study of Scripture.”
      CTK organizes student Bible study small groups.
      “The mission of the JPII Men’s Household at Christ the King is to form a deeper union with Jesus Christ to become the missionary disciples that God has created them to be.”
      CTK has a JPII Men's Household for student men.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Formation programs (retreats, OCIA/RCIA, service, small groups)Two or more kinds (Retreats (Arise freshman retreat, Tiger Awakening, fall trip), OCIA, Bible study small groups, a men's household, student leadership, and weekly service (St. Clare Manor nursing home visits, Homeless Ministry).)
    Sources (5)
    1. Retreats & Trips | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/retreats-trips · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Freshman retreat to welcome and orient all new LSU students to Christ the King at the beginning of the Fall Semester!”
      Arise is a freshman retreat at the start of each fall semester.
      “An annual weekend retreat FOR college students and run BY college students in the spring semester at LSU.”
      Tiger Awakening is an annual student-run weekend retreat in the spring semester.
      “Join thousands of other Catholic College Students from around the country at this FOCUS Conference once a year. Register with the LSU FOCUS missionaries for pricing, group transportation, and scholarship information.”
      Students attend FOCUS's annual SEEK conference through the LSU FOCUS missionaries.
    2. Fall Trip | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/event/fall-trip · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All LSU students are invited to join us for our Fall Trip Oct. 8-11 at The Vines Center in Little Rock, Ar. The trip cost is $150 and spots are filled on a first come, first served basis. Experience the sacraments and activities such as hiking, campfires, sports, games, and an LSU vs Kentucky watch party.”
      CTK holds a fall trip for LSU students (October 8-11, 2026, at The Vines Center in Little Rock) with the sacraments and outdoor activities.
    3. Formation & Leadership | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/formation-leadership · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Student leaders are the hands and feet of Christ the King on LSU’s campus. They help plan, organize, and promote events to the larger community.”
      CTK has a student leadership program.
      “Join a group of 5-12 students in a study of Scripture.”
      CTK organizes student Bible study small groups.
    4. Becoming Catholic (OCIA) | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/ocia · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Anyone affiliated with LSU interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Catholic Faith can contact Grace Krause at gkrause@ctklsu.org and fill out the OCIA Inquiry form below.”
      CTK offers OCIA for anyone affiliated with LSU, coordinated by Grace Krause.
    5. Missions & Service | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/missions-service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “We will be going to St. Clare’s every other Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. We meet in the CTK parking lot and depart at 2:45 p.m.”
      Students visit St. Clare Manor nursing home every other Sunday afternoon.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic church within walking distance (computed from OpenStreetMap)Within 1 mile of campusComputed from OpenStreetMap church locations.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration12 to 19 times a week (16 weekly times documented: 8 Mass, 4 confession, 4 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

  • The Catholic church and center is on LSU's campus, with an adoration chapel, an activity center, and study space, and all LSU students are considered its parishioners.
    Sources (4)
    1. About Us | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The new church, dedicated in 2000, stands as a landmark on LSU’s campus today.”
      Christ the King's church is on LSU's campus.
      “The Portiuncula Adoration Chapel was opened officially for public use in 2019.”
      CTK has the Portiuncula Adoration Chapel, opened in 2019.
    2. Location & Parking | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/about-us/location · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Christ the King’s main church building is located on the corner of Dalrymple Drive facing Highland Road across from the LSU Visitor’s Center. Behind the main church building is the smaller Administrative building and CTK Office.”
      The church is at Dalrymple Drive and Highland Road across from the LSU Visitor's Center, with an administrative building and office behind it.
    3. Families & Parishioners | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/families-parishioners · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Please note all current LSU students are considered parishioners and do not need to officially register until after graduation.”
      All current LSU students are considered parishioners of Christ the King.
    4. Community & Socials | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/community-socials · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “During LSU finals CTK has extended hours for students with plenty of study spaces. There are free coffee & snacks all day with free meals at 12:30pm & 6:30pm (Monday – Thursday)”
      During finals CTK extends hours and offers study space, free coffee and snacks, and free meals.
  • Three Sunday Masses, Mass Monday through Thursday, confession Monday through Thursday, and weekday Eucharistic adoration are scheduled during the semester.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass Times | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
      Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
      “Confession Monday-Thursday: 4:30 – 5:50 p.m.”
      Confession is scheduled Monday-Thursday from 4:30 to 5:50 PM.
      “The Most Blessed Sacrament is exposed for adoration in the Portiuncula Chapel Monday-Thursday from 9 a.m.- 5:30 p.m. while school is in session.”
      Eucharistic adoration is held in the Portiuncula Chapel Monday-Thursday 9 AM-5:30 PM while school is in session.
  • A FOCUS team and a campus ministry staff run many weekly Bible studies, including studies in sorority and fraternity houses and for athletes.
    Sources (3)
    1. Campuses - FOCUSfocus.org/about/campuses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “McNeese State University Louisiana State University Nicholls State University”
      FOCUS lists Louisiana State University among the campuses where it serves.
    2. Staff | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Jake Forey FOCUS Team Director at LSU Email: jake.forey@focus.org”
      CTK's staff page lists a FOCUS team at LSU led by team director Jake Forey.
      “Assistant Team Director at LSU | Varsity Catholic (Athlete Outreach)”
      FOCUS's assistant team director at LSU leads Varsity Catholic outreach to athletes.
    3. Bible Studies | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/bible-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Please see our Spring 2026 Bible Study options below. If you would like to join one of these studies, contact Noelle Shipley at nshipley@ctklsu.org. Please note that some studies are catered to specific affinity groups.”
      CTK's newest published Bible study list (spring 2026) includes studies for specific affinity groups such as sororities, fraternities, and athletes.
  • Formation includes OCIA, a freshman retreat, a student-run spring retreat, a fall trip, the SEEK conference, and weekly service at a nursing home and with the homeless.
    Sources (4)
    1. Retreats & Trips | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/retreats-trips · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Freshman retreat to welcome and orient all new LSU students to Christ the King at the beginning of the Fall Semester!”
      Arise is a freshman retreat at the start of each fall semester.
      “An annual weekend retreat FOR college students and run BY college students in the spring semester at LSU.”
      Tiger Awakening is an annual student-run weekend retreat in the spring semester.
      “Join thousands of other Catholic College Students from around the country at this FOCUS Conference once a year. Register with the LSU FOCUS missionaries for pricing, group transportation, and scholarship information.”
      Students attend FOCUS's annual SEEK conference through the LSU FOCUS missionaries.
    2. Fall Trip | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/event/fall-trip · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All LSU students are invited to join us for our Fall Trip Oct. 8-11 at The Vines Center in Little Rock, Ar. The trip cost is $150 and spots are filled on a first come, first served basis. Experience the sacraments and activities such as hiking, campfires, sports, games, and an LSU vs Kentucky watch party.”
      CTK holds a fall trip for LSU students (October 8-11, 2026, at The Vines Center in Little Rock) with the sacraments and outdoor activities.
    3. Becoming Catholic (OCIA) | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/ocia · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Anyone affiliated with LSU interested in becoming Catholic or learning more about the Catholic Faith can contact Grace Krause at gkrause@ctklsu.org and fill out the OCIA Inquiry form below.”
      CTK offers OCIA for anyone affiliated with LSU, coordinated by Grace Krause.
    4. Missions & Service | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/missions-service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “We will be going to St. Clare’s every other Sunday from 3-4:30 p.m. We meet in the CTK parking lot and depart at 2:45 p.m.”
      Students visit St. Clare Manor nursing home every other Sunday afternoon.
      “Every Sunday from 11:15 a.m. -1:00 p.m. we will carpool from the JPII House (3466 Dalrymple Dr.) to the St. Vincent de Paul center on Florida Blvd.”
      Homeless Ministry goes from the JPII House to the St. Vincent de Paul center every Sunday late morning.

Concerns

  • Weekday Mass is listed Monday through Thursday only; no Friday Mass and no Saturday vigil Mass appear on the schedule.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass Times | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Mass 10 a.m. | 6 p.m. | 8 p.m. Daily Mass Monday-Thursday: 6 p.m. 1st Saturday of the Month: 8:30 a.m.”
      Sunday Mass is at 10 AM, 6 PM, and 8 PM; daily Mass Monday-Thursday at 6 PM; and Mass on the first Saturday of the month at 8:30 AM.
  • One priest, the pastor, is listed on the staff page for a parish that serves the whole LSU student body.
    Sources (2)
    1. Staff | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Mathew Dunn CTK Pastor Email: pastor@ctklsu.org”
      Fr. Mathew Dunn is pastor of Christ the King; email pastor@ctklsu.org.
    2. Families & Parishioners | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/families-parishioners · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Please note all current LSU students are considered parishioners and do not need to officially register until after graduation.”
      All current LSU students are considered parishioners of Christ the King.

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The Catholic center

Christ the King Catholic Church and Catholic Center at LSU (CTK)

  • Address: 11 W Fraternity Ln., Baton Rouge, LA 70803
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: church, Portiuncula Adoration Chapel, Activity Center, administrative building and office, meeting rooms, study space

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Catholic clubs and student life

22 groups and regular activities · 13 on campus, 9 off campus

Faith formation 4

  • JPII Men's HouseholdOff campus
    Men's household centered on prayer and the sacraments, connected to the JPII House on Dalrymple Drive.
    ctklsu.org
  • Bible studiesOn campus
    Weekly, Monday-Thursday at various times
    Small groups of 5-12 students studying Scripture, meeting at CTK, sorority and fraternity houses, athletic facilities, and off-campus residences; some are for specific affinity groups.
    ctklsu.org, ctklsu.org
  • OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)On campus
    Preparation for becoming Catholic or completing sacraments, for anyone affiliated with LSU.
    ctklsu.org
  • Student LeadershipOn campus
    Student leaders plan, organize, and promote CTK events; applications open in the spring semester.
    ctklsu.org

Clubs and groups 5

  • Men's MinistryOff campus
    Men's ministry social events such as game watch parties at the JPII House.
    ctklsu.org
  • Women's MinistryOff campus
    Women's ministry fellowship events, e.g. Mass followed by a baking night at an off-campus residence.
    ctklsu.org
  • FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) at LSUOn campus
    A FOCUS team (team director, assistant team director, and missionaries, including Greek and Varsity Catholic athlete outreach) is based at CTK and leads Bible studies.
    focus.org, ctklsu.org, ctklsu.org
  • Christ the King Catholic Center (registered student organization)On campus
    Listed in LSU's TigerLink directory as a faith-based and spiritual organization.
    tigerlink.lsu.edu
  • Thomistic Institute at LSUOn campus
    Registered student organization promoting academic discussion of the Catholic intellectual tradition, with emphasis on Thomas Aquinas.
    tigerlink.lsu.edu

Retreats 4

  • Arise Freshman RetreatOff campus
    Beginning of the fall semester
    Retreat welcoming new LSU students to Christ the King.
    ctklsu.org, ctklsu.org
  • Tiger AwakeningOff campus
    Spring semester
    Annual weekend retreat run by college students for college students.
    ctklsu.org
  • Fall TripOff campus
    October 8-11, 2026
    Trip to The Vines Center in Little Rock, Arkansas, with the sacraments, hiking, campfires, and games ($150).
    ctklsu.org
  • SEEK conferenceOff campus
    Annually
    FOCUS's national conference; students register with the LSU FOCUS missionaries for group transportation and scholarships.
    ctklsu.org

Service 3

  • St. Clare Manor nursing home visitsOff campus
    Every other Sunday, 3-4:30 PM
    Students visit residents of St. Clare Manor, departing from the CTK parking lot at 2:45 PM.
    ctklsu.org
  • Homeless MinistryOff campus
    Sundays 11:15 AM-1:00 PM
    Carpool from the JPII House to the St. Vincent de Paul center on Florida Blvd. to serve and talk with guests.
    ctklsu.org
  • Catholic Relief Services at LSUOn campus
    Registered student organization for advocacy and education alongside Catholic Relief Services on global poverty and humanitarian relief.
    tigerlink.lsu.edu

Liturgy and prayer 3

  • Men's Holy HourOn campus
    Mondays 5-6 PM
    Weekly holy hour for men in the Adoration Chapel.
    ctklsu.org
  • Alive (praise and worship)On campus
    Wednesdays 7:30-8:30 PM
    Student music ministry leads song before the tabernacle in the Adoration Chapel.
    ctklsu.org
  • EncounterOn campus
    Monthly, 7-9 PM
    Evening in the church with a talk, adoration, praise and worship, confession, and prayer teams.
    ctklsu.org

Social life 3

  • Community NightsOn campus
    Thursdays 7 PM (Sept. 3, Oct. 1, Oct. 22 in fall 2026)
    Free dinner and fellowship in the CTK Activity Center.
    ctklsu.org
  • Block Party and Welcome Back WeekOn campus
    Start of the fall semester
    Annual parish-wide lawn party and welcome events with free meals and social activities.
    ctklsu.org, ctklsu.org
  • Finals Week study space and mealsOn campus
    LSU finals weeks
    Extended hours, study space, free coffee and snacks, and free meals Monday-Thursday.
    ctklsu.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 (8)
  1. List of Groups | TigerLink (LSU)tigerlink.lsu.edu/club_signup?search=catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Christ the King Catholic Center Faith-Based & Spiritual Organizations”
    LSU's TigerLink student organization directory lists Christ the King Catholic Center as a faith-based and spiritual organization.
    “The mission of the Thomistic Institute at Louisiana State University is to promote academic discussion of the Catholic church’s intellectual tradition, placing particular emphasis on the thought of the 13th-century philosopher and theologian, Thomas Aquinas.”
    The Thomistic Institute at LSU is a registered student organization promoting discussion of the Catholic intellectual tradition.
    “To educate, advocate, and mobilize the Louisiana State University campus community in solidarity with global human development initiatives, poverty alleviation, and humanitarian relief alongside Catholic Relief Services.”
    Catholic Relief Services at LSU is a registered student organization working alongside Catholic Relief Services.
  2. About Us | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/about-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “The new church, dedicated in 2000, stands as a landmark on LSU’s campus today.”
    Christ the King's church is on LSU's campus.
    “The new church, dedicated in 2000, stands as a landmark on LSU’s campus today.”
    Christ the King's church is on LSU's campus.
    “The Portiuncula Adoration Chapel was opened officially for public use in 2019.”
    CTK has the Portiuncula Adoration Chapel, opened in 2019.
  3. Staff | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Fr. Mathew Dunn CTK Pastor Email: pastor@ctklsu.org”
    Fr. Mathew Dunn is pastor of Christ the King; email pastor@ctklsu.org.
    “Jake Forey FOCUS Team Director at LSU Email: jake.forey@focus.org”
    CTK's staff page lists a FOCUS team at LSU led by team director Jake Forey.
  4. Families & Parishioners | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/families-parishioners · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Please note all current LSU students are considered parishioners and do not need to officially register until after graduation.”
    All current LSU students are considered parishioners of Christ the King.
  5. Campuses - FOCUSfocus.org/about/campuses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “McNeese State University Louisiana State University Nicholls State University”
    FOCUS lists Louisiana State University among the campuses where it serves.
  6. Location & Parking | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/about-us/location · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Christ the King’s main church building is located on the corner of Dalrymple Drive facing Highland Road across from the LSU Visitor’s Center. Behind the main church building is the smaller Administrative building and CTK Office.”
    The church is at Dalrymple Drive and Highland Road across from the LSU Visitor's Center, with an administrative building and office behind it.
  7. Contact us | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/contact-us · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “For packages/delivery: 11 W Fraternity Ln. Baton Rouge, LA 70803 Physical Address: Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr”
    CTK's delivery address is 11 W Fraternity Ln., Baton Rouge, LA 70803; its physical address is Highland Road at Dalrymple Drive.
  8. Community Night | Christ The Kingctklsu.org/event/community-night/2026-10-22 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Spend your Thursday nights at home! Join us in the Acitivty Center at 7 p.m. for free dinner and fellowship! Fall 2026 Community Nights: Thursday, Sept. 3 Thursday, Oct. 1 Thursday, Oct. 22”
    Community Nights with free dinner are held in the CTK Activity Center at 7 PM on three Thursdays in fall 2026.

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Academic Excellence

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

Each measure counts for the share shown.

  • Graduation rate 35% of scoreThis measure counts for 35% of the Academic Excellence score.69%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.85%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,285 · ACT 27
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.21 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$10,884

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)
32,574
Total students39,418
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$19,151
Cost of attendance (per year)$34,705
Median federal debt at graduation$20,500
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
69%
First-year retention85%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$61,251
Admission rate73%
Students receiving Pell grants27%
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1285
SAT reading & writing600–680
SAT math580–660
ACT composite24–30
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 67 / 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 Baton Rouge

The Most Reverend Michael G. Duca, Bishop of Baton Rouge

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: usccb.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 159391
  • Carnegie classification: Doctoral university (very high research)
  • Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
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Questions families ask

Is Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College a Catholic college?
No. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by Christ the King Catholic Church and Catholic Center at LSU.
What is Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College’s Catholic Life Score?
85 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 Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College?
Mass is listed at Christ the King Church and Highland Rd at Dalrymple Dr (LSU campus). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College Compass Recommended?
Yes. Louisiana State University and Agricultural & Mechanical College meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

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