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Catholic college

Marian University

  • LocationFond Du Lac, WI
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 1,319 students
  • SponsorCongregation of Sisters of St. Agnes
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Marian University is a Catholic applied liberal arts university in Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, sponsored by the Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes. Its Campus Ministry lists a Wednesday Mass, a Sunday evening Mass, weekly Bible study, and adoration. The university requires one theology course and one philosophy course of all undergraduates, and offers a theology minor.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Marian University, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.25 miDorcas Chapel: 0.1 mi1Campus Ministry Center: 0.1 mi2Samuel and Sarah Mackey Campus Ministry Center (Dorcas Chapel): 0.1 miMarian University (campus)N0.1 mi
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  1. Dorcas Chapel — 0.1 mi
  2. Campus Ministry Center — 0.1 mi

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

Faith scorecard

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

DSacramental life: Limited (grade D): 40 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

49 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic year1–2 weekdays (One weekday Mass (Wednesday) is listed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Wednesday Mass: Take a moment during your busy week for worship.”
      A Wednesday Mass is listed in the campus spiritual offerings (no time given).
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)One weekend Mass (One weekend Mass (Sunday evening) is listed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sunday Evening Mass: Conclude your weekend with our weekly Mass.”
      A weekly Sunday evening Mass is listed (no time given).
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Scheduled confession on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Eucharistic adorationOccasional (monthly or seasonal) (Adoration is listed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Adoration: Spend time in quiet prayer and reflection.”
      Adoration is listed as a campus spiritual offering; frequency is not stated.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priests serving studentsPart-time or visiting priest (Masses are listed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Wednesday Mass: Take a moment during your busy week for worship.”
      A Wednesday Mass is listed in the campus spiritual offerings (no time given).
      “Sunday Evening Mass: Conclude your weekend with our weekly Mass.”
      A weekly Sunday evening Mass is listed (no time given).
      “Stump the Priests: Bring your toughest questions about faith and the Church.”
      A campus program with priests is listed.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Today, the chapel remains a peaceful space for prayer, reflection, and weekly Masses”
      Dorcas Chapel is described as a space for prayer and weekly Masses.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adorationNot enough information: no verified Mass times are recorded.
DTheology and core curriculum: Limited (grade D): 40 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and core curriculum

44 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (THE 101 Introduction to Christian Theology is the only required theology course; general education Humanistic Reasoning options are not counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-2027-Academic-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “in addition to courses specific to their major and THE 101, which is a graduation requirement.”
      All undergraduates take THE 101 as a graduation requirement, in addition to general education.
      “Proceeding from the Catholic intellectual tradition and incorporating perspectives of other Christian traditions”
      THE 101 Introduction to Christian Theology proceeds from the Catholic intellectual tradition.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)At least one required course is explicitly Catholic theology (THE 101 is a generic title; its catalog description states that it proceeds from the Catholic intellectual tradition.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-2027-Academic-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Proceeding from the Catholic intellectual tradition and incorporating perspectives of other Christian traditions”
      THE 101 Introduction to Christian Theology proceeds from the Catholic intellectual tradition.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (PHI 130 is the only required philosophy course in general education.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-2027-Academic-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “PHI 130 Knowledge, Values, and Society”
      PHI 130 Knowledge, Values, and Society is a required general education course.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredNo (Theology is offered as a minor only.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-2027-Academic-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The program of courses for each theology minor will be discussed and approved by the theology department.”
      Theology is offered as a minor; the catalog's majors and minors list shows no theology major.
  • 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.
DCampus culture and residence life: Limited (grade D): 40 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture and residence life

41 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)One (One professional ministry staff member is named: the Director of Campus Ministry.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Dianne Vadney, Director of Campus Ministry”
      Dianne Vadney is the Director of Campus Ministry.
    2. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026-2027-Marian-Student-Handbook-FINAL.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Dianne Vadney, Director of Campus Ministry”
      The handbook lists Dianne Vadney as Director of Campus Ministry.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (One retreat (the Winter Retreat) is named.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “A weekend getaway to deepen your faith and connect with fellow students.”
      A Winter Retreat is offered; it is the only retreat named.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsOne or two (Campus Ministry (a student organization) and a weekly Bible study are listed.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Student Organizations | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/student-organizations · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Grounded in the Catholic tradition and therefore respectful of people”
      Campus Ministry is a listed student organization grounded in the Catholic tradition.
    2. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekly Bible Study: Dive into Scripture and discuss its meaning in your life.”
      A weekly Bible study is listed.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Single-sex residence optionsCoed housing only (Residence options on the housing page are described as co-ed or not single-sex.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Housing | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/housing · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Welcome to Naber Hall, our vibrant co-ed residence”
      Naber Hall is a co-ed residence; the housing page lists no single-sex residence.
  • 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 (Guest hours apply; the policy does not restrict overnight guests by gender.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026-2027-Marian-Student-Handbook-FINAL.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Guests are welcome from 8:00 a.m. until midnight Sunday through Thursday and until 1:00 a.m.”
      Guest hours apply, and overnight guests must be registered.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityNot enough information: not found in official sources.
BService and Catholic social teaching: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

79 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (Campus Ministry runs organized community service opportunities.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Marian University students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to give themselves in the service of others through a number of community service opportunities”
      Campus Ministry offers community service opportunities.
  • 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) (Service-learning is available through courses such as THE 205; it is not required of all students.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-2027-Academic-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The course requires a service-learning experience.”
      THE 205 Peacemaking requires a service-learning experience; this is an elective.
  • 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 345 Catholic Social Teaching is an elective course; it is not part of the required core.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-2027-Academic-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “An examination of the historical, biblical, and theoretical foundations of Catholic social teaching”
      THE 345 Catholic Social Teaching is an elective course.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • 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 (Immersion mission trips and the Loaves and Fishes Meal Program (poverty outreach) are listed.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Serve a community in need during our annual summer mission trip.”
      An annual summer mission trip is offered.
    2. Campus Ministry | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Loaves and Fishes Meal Program Broken Bread Big Brothers Big Sisters”
      Campus Ministry lists outreach programs including the Loaves and Fishes Meal Program.
  • 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 (Campus Ministry runs the annual mission trip, which is a service program rooted in the Catholic mission.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Serve a community in need during our annual summer mission trip.”
      An annual summer mission trip is offered.
    2. Campus Ministry | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Everyone is invited to participate in liturgies, service, and retreats, as well as Bible study, prayer groups, and other discussion groups.”
      Campus Ministry offers liturgies, service, retreats, Bible study, and prayer groups.

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

Strengths

  • Campus Ministry lists a Wednesday Mass, a weekly Sunday evening Mass, weekly Bible study, and adoration.
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Wednesday Mass: Take a moment during your busy week for worship.”
      A Wednesday Mass is listed in the campus spiritual offerings (no time given).
      “Sunday Evening Mass: Conclude your weekend with our weekly Mass.”
      A weekly Sunday evening Mass is listed (no time given).
      “Weekly Bible Study: Dive into Scripture and discuss its meaning in your life.”
      A weekly Bible study is listed.
      “Adoration: Spend time in quiet prayer and reflection.”
      Adoration is listed as a campus spiritual offering; frequency is not stated.
  • THE 101 Introduction to Christian Theology is required of all undergraduates and its description states that it proceeds from the Catholic intellectual tradition.
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-2027-Academic-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “in addition to courses specific to their major and THE 101, which is a graduation requirement.”
      All undergraduates take THE 101 as a graduation requirement, in addition to general education.
      “Proceeding from the Catholic intellectual tradition and incorporating perspectives of other Christian traditions”
      THE 101 Introduction to Christian Theology proceeds from the Catholic intellectual tradition.
  • An annual mission trip and campus ministry outreach programs are listed, and the mission trip is run by Campus Ministry.
    Sources (2)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Serve a community in need during our annual summer mission trip.”
      An annual summer mission trip is offered.
    2. Campus Ministry | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Loaves and Fishes Meal Program Broken Bread Big Brothers Big Sisters”
      Campus Ministry lists outreach programs including the Loaves and Fishes Meal Program.
  • Dorcas Chapel is described as a space for prayer and weekly Masses.
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Today, the chapel remains a peaceful space for prayer, reflection, and weekly Masses”
      Dorcas Chapel is described as a space for prayer and weekly Masses.

Concerns

  • The Mass schedule page covers Fall 2023 and Spring 2024 and was not used.
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Wednesday Mass: Take a moment during your busy week for worship.”
      A Wednesday Mass is listed in the campus spiritual offerings (no time given).
      “Sunday Evening Mass: Conclude your weekend with our weekly Mass.”
      A weekly Sunday evening Mass is listed (no time given).
  • No theology major is offered; theology is available as a minor.
    Sources (1)
    1. Academic Catalog 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/2026-2027-Academic-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The program of courses for each theology minor will be discussed and approved by the theology department.”
      Theology is offered as a minor; the catalog's majors and minors list shows no theology major.
  • Only one retreat (the Winter Retreat) is named on the public pages.
    Sources (1)
    1. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “A weekend getaway to deepen your faith and connect with fellow students.”
      A Winter Retreat is offered; it is the only retreat named.

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Campus ministry home

Samuel and Sarah Mackey Campus Ministry Center (Dorcas Chapel)

  • Address: 45 S. National Ave., Fond du Lac, WI 54935-4699
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: Dorcas Chapel, Samuel and Sarah Mackey Campus Ministry Center

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Catholic clubs and student life

13 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 4 off campus, 7 location not published

Retreats 3

  • SEEK conferenceOff campus
    National conference for young Catholics, listed as an offering.
    marianuniversity.edu
  • Pilgrimages to Wisconsin shrinesOff campus
    Trips to Holy Hill, Our Lady of Champion Shrine, and Our Lady of Guadalupe Shrine.
    marianuniversity.edu
  • Winter Retreat
    A weekend getaway to deepen faith and connect with fellow students.
    marianuniversity.edu

Service 2

  • Annual summer mission tripOff campus
    Summer
    Serve a community in need during the annual summer mission trip.
    marianuniversity.edu
  • Campus Ministry outreach partnersOff campus
    Listed outreach programs include the Loaves and Fishes Meal Program, Big Brothers Big Sisters, and visits to local nursing homes.
    marianuniversity.edu, marianuniversity.edu

Liturgy and prayer 3

Faith formation 3

  • Weekly Bible Study
    Weekly
    Scripture study and discussion listed by Campus Ministry.
    marianuniversity.edu
  • Stump the Priests
    Questions-and-answers session on faith and the Church with priests.
    marianuniversity.edu
  • RCIA
    Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults for those interested in learning about the Catholic faith.
    marianuniversity.edu

Clubs and groups 1

  • Campus Ministry (student organization)
    Student organization grounded in the Catholic tradition; hosts Bible studies, Mass, and faith talks.
    marianuniversity.edu

Social life 1

  • Agape Lattes
    Informal coffee-and-conversation gathering listed by Campus Ministry.
    marianuniversity.edu

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

Campus ministry

Sources (4)
  1. Campus Ministry | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Everyone is invited to participate in liturgies, service, and retreats, as well as Bible study, prayer groups, and other discussion groups.”
    Campus Ministry offers liturgies, service, retreats, Bible study, and prayer groups.
    “Everyone is invited to participate in liturgies, service, and retreats, as well as Bible study, prayer groups, and other discussion groups.”
    Campus Ministry offers liturgies, service, retreats, Bible study, and prayer groups.
  2. Student Handbook 2026-2027 | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/2026-2027-Marian-Student-Handbook-FINAL.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Dianne Vadney, Director of Campus Ministry”
    The handbook lists Dianne Vadney as Director of Campus Ministry.
  3. Visit Marian | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/visit-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “45 S. National Ave. Fond du Lac, Wisconsin 54935-4699”
    The university's street address is 45 S. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, Wisconsin 54935.
  4. Spiritual Life | Marian Universitymarianuniversity.edu/student-life/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Today, the chapel remains a peaceful space for prayer, reflection, and weekly Masses”
    Dorcas Chapel is described as a space for prayer and weekly Masses.

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Academic Excellence

DAcademic Excellence: Limited (grade D): 40 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
53 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.44%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.67%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.Not reported
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.11 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$5,320

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

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

Cost and value

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

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
1,074
Total students1,319
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$21,937
Cost of attendance (per year)$44,450
Median federal debt at graduation$25,000
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
44%
First-year retention67%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$53,501
Admission rate75%
Students receiving Pell grants33%

Value index: 40 / 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 Milwaukee

The Most Reverend Jeffrey S. Grob, Archbishop of Milwaukee

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

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

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Questions families ask

Is Marian University a Catholic college?
Yes. Marian University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. Its sponsor is Congregation of Sisters of St. Agnes.
What is Marian University’s Compass Score?
53 out of 100 (grade D). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

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