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Catholic college

Marian University

  • LocationIndianapolis, IN
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 3,586 students
  • SponsorSisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, Indiana
  • TraditionFranciscan
Official website

Marian University is a Catholic Franciscan university in Indianapolis founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, Indiana. Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday (twice on Tuesday and Thursday) and twice on Sunday in campus chapels, with confession offered before each Mass. The core curriculum, whose stated goals name the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions, requires two theology courses and one philosophy course.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 5

  • Monday–Friday12:00 PMSaint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall)
  • Tuesday4:00 PMSaint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall)
  • Thursday4:00 PMOur Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center)
  • Sunday10:30 AMBishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)
  • Sunday7:30 PMBishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)

Confession 5

  • Monday–Friday11:30 AM–12:00 PMSaint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) · Offered thirty minutes before Mass.
  • Tuesday3:30 PM–4:00 PMSaint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) · Offered thirty minutes before Mass.
  • Thursday3:30 PM–4:00 PMOur Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) · Offered thirty minutes before Mass.
  • Sunday10:00 AM–10:30 AMBishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall) · Offered thirty minutes before Mass.
  • Sunday7:00 PM–7:30 PMBishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall) · Offered thirty minutes before Mass.

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. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
    Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
    “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
    Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
    “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
    Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
    “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
    Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
    “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
    Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
    “Reconciliation is offered thirty minutes before all of our masses on campus or by appointment.”
    Confession is offered thirty minutes before every campus Mass and by appointment.
    “Reconciliation is offered thirty minutes before all of our masses on campus or by appointment.”
    Confession is offered thirty minutes before every campus Mass and by appointment.
    “Reconciliation is offered thirty minutes before all of our masses on campus or by appointment.”
    Confession is offered thirty minutes before every campus Mass and by appointment.
    “Reconciliation is offered thirty minutes before all of our masses on campus or by appointment.”
    Confession is offered thirty minutes before every campus Mass and by appointment.
    “Reconciliation is offered thirty minutes before all of our masses on campus or by appointment.”
    Confession is offered thirty minutes before every campus Mass and by appointment.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Marian University, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miBishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel: 0.2 mi1St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church: 0.7 mi2Saint Anthony Roman Catholic Church: 2.8 mi3Saint Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Church: 3.0 mi4University Ministry (Office of Mission and Ministry), Oldenburg Hall: 0.1 miMarian University (campus)N2 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel — 0.2 mi
  2. St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church — 0.7 mi
  3. Saint Anthony Roman Catholic Church — 2.8 mi · 379 North Warman Avenue, Indianapolis
  4. Saint Thomas Aquinas Roman Catholic Church — 3.0 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.

ASacramental life: 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.

Sacramental life

95 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (Noon Mass Monday-Friday in Saint Joseph Chapel, plus 4 p.m. Mass on Tuesday and Thursday.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
      Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
    2. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mass is offered daily Sunday through Friday along with the Sacrament of Reconciliation.”
      The 2026-27 catalog states Mass and confession are offered daily Sunday through Friday.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Two or more weekend Masses (Sunday 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. in Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
      Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Scheduled confession on campusThree or more scheduled times per week (Offered thirty minutes before each of the nine weekly campus Masses, and by appointment.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Reconciliation is offered thirty minutes before all of our masses on campus or by appointment.”
      Confession is offered thirty minutes before every campus Mass and by appointment.
    2. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mass is offered daily Sunday through Friday along with the Sacrament of Reconciliation.”
      The 2026-27 catalog states Mass and confession are offered daily Sunday through Friday.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adorationNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • 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) (Fr. Rick Martignetti is Lead Chaplain (and Vice President of Mission and Ministry). Douglas Hunter is listed as Campus Chaplain.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Rick Martignetti, Lead Chaplain - fatherrick@marian.edu Fr. Douglas Hunter, Chaplain - dhunter@marian.edu”
      Two priests serve as chaplains: Fr. Rick Martignetti (Lead Chaplain) and Fr. Douglas Hunter.
    2. Faculty & Staff Directory | Marian Universitymarian.edu/directory · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Douglas Hunter Campus Chaplain (317) 408-5900”
      Douglas Hunter is Campus Chaplain.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
    Sources (2)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “There are four chapels on our campus; St. Francis Hall chapel in Oldenburg Hall, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in the Evans Center, Saint Joseph Chapel in Caito-Wagner Hall and Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel, in Marian Hall, which is the center for liturgical services on campus.”
      The campus has four chapels.
    2. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
      Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
  • 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 (18 weekly times documented: 9 Mass, 9 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
BTheology and core curriculum: 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.

Theology and core curriculum

74 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 studentsTwo courses (THL 105 Introduction to Theology plus one theology course at the 200 level or higher (2026-27 catalog).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith, Reason, and Ethics (9 credits) THL 105 Introduction to Theology PHL 130 Human Nature and Person THL XXX A Theology Course 200-Level or higher”
      The bachelor's core requires Introduction to Theology, a 200-level or higher theology course, and Human Nature and Person (philosophy).
  • 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 (THL 105 Introduction to Theology is required in the core for all undergraduates (2026-27 catalog); its course description covers the Church, Scripture, liturgy, and sacraments, which the rubric names as explicitly Catholic content. The catalog has no course descriptions; the description text comes from a THL 105 syllabus.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith, Reason, and Ethics (9 credits) THL 105 Introduction to Theology PHL 130 Human Nature and Person THL XXX A Theology Course 200-Level or higher”
      The bachelor's core requires Introduction to Theology, a 200-level or higher theology course, and Human Nature and Person (philosophy).
    2. Theology Major and Minor | Marian Universitymarian.edu/academics/programs/bachelors/indianapolis/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “THL 322 Catholic Social Teaching”
      A Catholic Social Teaching course (THL 322) is offered.
    3. Syllabus 2025SU THL 105onlineabsn.marian.edu/app/uploads/2025/08/Syllabus_2025SU_THL-105-F50_BP.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Study of the meaning and nature of theology, theological issues such as the nature of God, human persons, Jesus the Christ, the Holy Spirit, the Church, and an introduction to Scriptures, liturgy, sacraments and Christian morality.”
      The THL 105 course description covers God, Christ, the Church, Scripture, liturgy, and sacraments.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (PHL 130 Human Nature and Person. PHL 150 Logic is one option in the quantitative category, not a philosophy requirement.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith, Reason, and Ethics (9 credits) THL 105 Introduction to Theology PHL 130 Human Nature and Person THL XXX A Theology Course 200-Level or higher”
      The bachelor's core requires Introduction to Theology, a 200-level or higher theology course, and Human Nature and Person (philosophy).
  • 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
    Sources (2)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “To practice the Catholic and Franciscan Intellectual Traditions, the four Franciscan sponsorship values, and develop a deep understanding of their ethical implications.”
      The core's Faith, Reason, and Ethics goal names the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions.
      “Our four Franciscan sponsorship values and our Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions are integrated throughout the program.”
      The Transformational Journey Program (core) integrates the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions.
    2. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The university’s distinctive general education/core is informed by the Catholic and Franciscan Intellectual Traditions, the light of faith, and promotes a liberal arts and ethics-based foundation. Required courses in philosophy and theology provide further exposure to the richness of the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions”
      The mission and identity statement says the general education core is informed by the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Major for Bachelor of Arts Degree (B.A.) in Theology: 36 credits including THL 105, 218, 226, 228, 307, 336, 405, and 490”
      A B.A. in theology is offered.
  • 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.
BCampus culture and residence life: 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.

Campus culture and residence life

78 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)Two to four (Four Indianapolis ministry staff in the current directory: Vice President of Mission and Ministry (priest, also Lead Chaplain), Campus Chaplain, University Minister of Worship, Music, and the Arts, and University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching. A University Minister at the Plymouth location and Franciscan Leadership Institute staff are not counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty & Staff Directory | Marian Universitymarian.edu/directory · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Father Rick Martignetti Mission and Ministry, University Ministry Vice President of Mission and Ministry”
      Fr. Rick Martignetti is Vice President of Mission and Ministry.
      “Douglas Hunter Campus Chaplain (317) 408-5900”
      Douglas Hunter is Campus Chaplain.
      “Joey Garcia Mission and Ministry, University Ministry University Minister of Worship, Music, and the Arts”
      Joey Garcia is University Minister of Worship, Music, and the Arts.
      “Amanda Scanameo Mission and Ministry, University Ministry University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching”
      Amanda Scanameo is University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (The 2026-27 catalog says University Ministry offers retreats; named retreats (Koinonia, Rising) appear only on out-of-date ministry pages.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “University Ministry offers the Mass (daily), service opportunities, prayer services, retreats, and leadership experiences that will help students find faith-filled answers in a supportive community.”
      University Ministry offers daily Mass, service opportunities, prayer services, and retreats.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsOne or two (The Alverna Faith-Discovery Community (a faith-based living-learning community). Delight Ministries and Athletes in Action are Christian; not Catholic organizations and are not counted. No Catholic-specific student club appears in the current list.)
    Sources (1)
    1. On Campus Housing Options | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/residential-and-commuter-life/on-campus-housing-options · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Living/learning communities: Alverna Faith-Discovery Community”
      Clare Hall hosts the Alverna Faith-Discovery living-learning community.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex residence halls available (The only single-sex residences found are two small campus houses for social justice: Dorothy Day House (women, up to five residents) and Peter Maurin House (men, up to four). Housing page reflects the 2025-26 cycle.)
    Sources (1)
    1. On Campus Housing Options | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/residential-and-commuter-life/on-campus-housing-options · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Living/learning communities: Dorothy Day (women) & Peter Maurin (men) Houses for Social Justice”
      Two campus houses for social justice are designated for women (Dorothy Day) and men (Peter Maurin).
      “Who can live here: Non-first year women (DDH) or men (PMH) who are interested in giving back to their community through educational programming and service.”
      The Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin houses are for women and men interested in service.
      “Students complete the 2025-26 On-Campus Housing Application on StarRez”
      The housing options page reflects the 2025-26 housing cycle.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsOvernight guests of the opposite sex not permitted (Overnight guests must be of the same gender; guests of any gender may visit rooms only during set hours.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Residential and Commuter Life Policies | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/_assets/_documents/RCL-Policies1.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Periodic overnight visitation in residence hall rooms or campus houses is limited to guests of the same gender and 18 years or older.”
      Overnight guests must be of the same gender.
      “Residents are allowed to have guests of any gender in their rooms during these specified visitation hours: 1. Sunday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 a.m. (midnight) 2. Friday & Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m.”
      Guests of any gender may visit rooms only during set visitation hours.
  • 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 (Alverna Faith-Discovery living-learning community in Clare Hall; weekday Mass in Saint Joseph Chapel, attached to Caito-Wagner Hall (first-year residence).)
    Sources (2)
    1. On Campus Housing Options | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/residential-and-commuter-life/on-campus-housing-options · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Living/learning communities: Alverna Faith-Discovery Community”
      Clare Hall hosts the Alverna Faith-Discovery living-learning community.
    2. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
      Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
  • 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 a Chief Mission Officer. Oldenburg Hall houses the Office of Mission and Ministry and Mission Integration.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Faculty & Staff Directory | Marian Universitymarian.edu/directory · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mary Beth Gianoli Mission and Ministry, University Leadership Vice President for Mission Integration”
      The university has a Vice President for Mission Integration.
      “Chief Mission Officer; Director of the Franciscan Leadership Institute”
      The university has a Chief Mission Officer.
    2. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Office of Mission and Ministry, University Ministry, and Mission Integration”
      Oldenburg Hall houses the Office of Mission and Ministry, University Ministry, and Mission Integration.
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

75 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (Service is one of University Ministry's four areas, with a University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching.)
    Sources (2)
    1. University Ministry | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith/university-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Led by a passionate staff and student leaders, University Ministry creates Community, Faith Formation, Service, and Worship opportunities that meet people where they are, reveal God, and call for a response.”
      University Ministry offers community, faith formation, service, and worship opportunities.
      “With the gifts granted to us, students serve the community and promote social justice.”
      University Ministry's service area engages students in community service and social justice.
    2. Faculty & Staff Directory | Marian Universitymarian.edu/directory · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Amanda Scanameo Mission and Ministry, University Ministry University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching”
      Amanda Scanameo is University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching.
  • 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) (Peace and Justice Studies integrates coursework with community involvement.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Peace and Justice Studies integrates academic studies, spiritual and personal reflection, and community involvement to promote peace and justice on campus, in our neighborhood, country, and world.”
      The Peace and Justice Studies program combines coursework with community involvement.
  • 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) (THL 322 Catholic Social Teaching is an elective in theology programs; not a core requirement.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Theology Major and Minor | Marian Universitymarian.edu/academics/programs/bachelors/indianapolis/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “THL 322 Catholic Social Teaching”
      A Catholic Social Teaching course (THL 322) is offered.
    2. Faculty & Staff Directory | Marian Universitymarian.edu/directory · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Amanda Scanameo Mission and Ministry, University Ministry University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching”
      Amanda Scanameo is University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)One (Knights for Life pro-life student organization. The Title IX page lists legally required accommodations for pregnant and parenting students, which were not counted as a separate program.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Organizations | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/student-activities/student-organizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Knights for Life is a pro-life student organization dedicated to advocating for the dignity and value of all human life.”
      Knights for Life is a registered pro-life student organization.
  • 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 (Peace and Justice Studies immersion trips, the Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin Houses for Social Justice, and the Just Earth environmental justice group.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Immersion trips, experiential learning opportunities, and internships”
      Peace and Justice Studies includes immersion trips.
    2. On Campus Housing Options | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/residential-and-commuter-life/on-campus-housing-options · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Living/learning communities: Dorothy Day (women) & Peter Maurin (men) Houses for Social Justice”
      Two campus houses for social justice are designated for women (Dorothy Day) and men (Peter Maurin).
    3. Student Organizations | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/student-activities/student-organizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Just Earth is dedicated to social justice and environmental advocacy.”
      Just Earth is a student social justice and environmental group.
  • 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)
    1. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students respond to the problems of our age through reflective service, informed by Catholic Social Teaching and oriented toward systematic change.”
      Student service is framed by Catholic social teaching.
    2. Faculty & Staff Directory | Marian Universitymarian.edu/directory · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Amanda Scanameo Mission and Ministry, University Ministry University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching”
      Amanda Scanameo is University Minister for Service and Catholic Social Teaching.

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

Strengths

  • Mass is celebrated on campus every weekday at noon, twice on Tuesday and Thursday, and twice on Sunday.
    Sources (1)
    1. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
      Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
  • Confession is offered thirty minutes before each campus Mass, nine times a week.
    Sources (1)
    1. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Reconciliation is offered thirty minutes before all of our masses on campus or by appointment.”
      Confession is offered thirty minutes before every campus Mass and by appointment.
      “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
      Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
  • The core requires two theology courses, and its stated goals name the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions.
    Sources (1)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith, Reason, and Ethics (9 credits) THL 105 Introduction to Theology PHL 130 Human Nature and Person THL XXX A Theology Course 200-Level or higher”
      The bachelor's core requires Introduction to Theology, a 200-level or higher theology course, and Human Nature and Person (philosophy).
      “To practice the Catholic and Franciscan Intellectual Traditions, the four Franciscan sponsorship values, and develop a deep understanding of their ethical implications.”
      The core's Faith, Reason, and Ethics goal names the Catholic and Franciscan intellectual traditions.
  • Overnight guests in residence halls must be of the same gender.
    Sources (1)
    1. Residential and Commuter Life Policies | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/_assets/_documents/RCL-Policies1.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Periodic overnight visitation in residence hall rooms or campus houses is limited to guests of the same gender and 18 years or older.”
      Overnight guests must be of the same gender.

Concerns

  • The core requires one philosophy course.
    Sources (1)
    1. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith, Reason, and Ethics (9 credits) THL 105 Introduction to Theology PHL 130 Human Nature and Person THL XXX A Theology Course 200-Level or higher”
      The bachelor's core requires Introduction to Theology, a 200-level or higher theology course, and Human Nature and Person (philosophy).
  • The only listing is on a ministry page with 2024-25 dates.
    Sources (1)
    1. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Monday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall) Tuesday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Tuesday at 4 p.m. in the Saint Joseph Chapel Wednesday noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Thursday at 4 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center) Friday at noon in the Saint Joseph Chapel Sunday at 10:30 a.m. & 7:30 p.m. in the Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall)”
      Mass is celebrated at noon every weekday, also at 4 p.m. on Tuesday and Thursday, and at 10:30 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. on Sunday.
  • No Catholic-specific student organization appears in the current list of registered student organizations.
    Sources (1)
    1. Student Organizations | Marian Universitymarian.edu/campus-life/student-activities/student-organizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Delight Ministries is a Christ-centered community for college women, offering weekly Bible studies, worship, and fellowship.”
      Delight Ministries is a Christian women's Bible study organization.
      “Faith-Based Athletes in Action”
      Athletes in Action is a registered faith-based student organization.
  • Catholic social teaching is offered as an elective (THL 322) rather than a core requirement.
    Sources (2)
    1. Theology Major and Minor | Marian Universitymarian.edu/academics/programs/bachelors/indianapolis/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “THL 322 Catholic Social Teaching”
      A Catholic Social Teaching course (THL 322) is offered.
    2. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith, Reason, and Ethics (9 credits) THL 105 Introduction to Theology PHL 130 Human Nature and Person THL XXX A Theology Course 200-Level or higher”
      The bachelor's core requires Introduction to Theology, a 200-level or higher theology course, and Human Nature and Person (philosophy).

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Campus ministry home

University Ministry (Office of Mission and Ministry), Oldenburg Hall

  • Address: 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN 46222-1997
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall), Saint Joseph Chapel (Caito-Wagner Hall), Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center), St. Francis Chapel (Oldenburg Hall)

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Catholic clubs and student life

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

Faith formation 2

  • Bishop Simon Bruté College SeminaryOff campus
    College seminary one mile south of campus whose seminarians take classes at Marian.
    marian.edu
  • San Damiano Scholars for Church LeadershipOn campus
    Scholarship and formation program for undergraduates exploring a call to serve the Church.
    marian.edu

Service 3

  • Peace and Justice Studies immersion tripsOff campus
    Immersion trips offered through the Peace and Justice Studies program.
    marian.edu
  • Dorothy Day and Peter Maurin Houses for Peace and JusticeOn campus
    Campus houses for women (Dorothy Day) and men (Peter Maurin) committed to educational programming and service.
    marian.edu, marian.edu
  • Just EarthOn campus
    Student group for social justice and environmental advocacy.
    marian.edu

Clubs and groups 4

  • Alverna Faith-Discovery CommunityOn campus
    Faith-based living-learning community in Clare Hall.
    marian.edu
  • Knights for LifeOn campus
    Pro-life student organization with educational events, service projects, and outreach.
    marian.edu
  • Delight MinistriesOn campus
    Christian women's community with weekly Bible studies, worship, and fellowship.
    marian.edu
  • Athletes in ActionOn campus
    Faith-based student organization for athletes.
    marian.edu

Liturgy and prayer 1

  • All Campus MassesOn campus
    University-wide Masses during the year in Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel; classes and meetings are canceled.
    marian.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 (3)
  1. University Ministry | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith/university-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Led by a passionate staff and student leaders, University Ministry creates Community, Faith Formation, Service, and Worship opportunities that meet people where they are, reveal God, and call for a response.”
    University Ministry offers community, faith formation, service, and worship opportunities.
  2. Marian University Undergraduate Catalog of Programs 2026-2027marian.edu/academics/_assets/_documents/2026-27-Undergraduate-Catalog.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “University Ministry offers the Mass (daily), service opportunities, prayer services, retreats, and leadership experiences that will help students find faith-filled answers in a supportive community.”
    University Ministry offers daily Mass, service opportunities, prayer services, and retreats.
    “Once admitted to the Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary, all seminarians live together as a community in the seminary located on Cold Spring Road, one mile south of Marian University.”
    Bishop Simon Bruté College Seminary students live in community one mile south of campus and study at Marian.
    “Office of Mission and Ministry, University Ministry, and Mission Integration”
    Oldenburg Hall houses the Office of Mission and Ministry, University Ministry, and Mission Integration.
    “There are four chapels on our campus; St. Francis Hall chapel in Oldenburg Hall, Our Lady of Perpetual Help in the Evans Center, Saint Joseph Chapel in Caito-Wagner Hall and Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel, in Marian Hall, which is the center for liturgical services on campus.”
    The campus has four chapels.
  3. Faith Home | Marian University | Marian Universitymarian.edu/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “3200 Cold Spring Road Indianapolis, IN 46222-1997”
    The university's address is 3200 Cold Spring Road, Indianapolis, IN 46222-1997.

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Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: 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.
73 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.67%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.76%
  • 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.13 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$12,128

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)
2,492
Total students3,586
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$24,018
Cost of attendance (per year)$56,258
Median federal debt at graduation$27,000
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
67%
First-year retention76%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$58,759
Admission rate95%
Students receiving Pell grants29%

Value index: 51 / 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 Indianapolis

The Most Reverend Charles C. Thompson, Archbishop of Indianapolis

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

Diocese determined from the county using NCES Catholic school records. 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 Indianapolis. Its sponsor is Sisters of St. Francis of Oldenburg, Indiana.
What is Marian University’s Compass Score?
79 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at Marian University?
Mass is listed at Saint Joseph Chapel (attached to Caito-Wagner Hall), Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel (Evans Center), and Bishop Chartrand Memorial Chapel (Marian Hall). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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