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Catholic college

Neumann University

  • LocationAston, PA
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 2,171 students
  • SponsorSisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia
  • TraditionFranciscan
Official website

Neumann University in Aston, Pennsylvania, was founded in 1965 by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia, its sponsoring congregation. Campus Ministry lists Mass in Sacred Heart Chapel at noon every weekday and on Sunday at 7:00 PM, a Capuchin Franciscan priest is listed as Chaplain, and Campus Ministry offers retreats, OCIA, and service immersion trips. The core curriculum is described as flowing from the university's Catholic, Franciscan mission.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 2

  • Monday–Friday12:00 PMSacred Heart Chapel, Bachmann Main Building · Undated schedule; the same page lists 2025-26 OCIA dates.
  • Sunday7:00 PMSacred Heart Chapel, Bachmann Main Building · Undated schedule; the same page lists 2025-26 OCIA dates.

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. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
    Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.
    “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
    Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Neumann University, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miConvent of Our Lady of Angels: 0.1 mi1Saint Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church: 1.2 mi2Saint John Fisher Roman Catholic Church: 2.0 mi3Saint Thomas the Apostle Church: 2.1 mi4Campus Ministry: Sacred Heart Chapel (Bachmann Main Building) and the Ministry Center: 0.2 miNeumann University (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Convent of Our Lady of Angels — 0.1 mi · 609 South Convent Road, Aston
  2. Saint Francis de Sales Roman Catholic Church — 1.2 mi · 35 New Road, Aston
  3. Saint John Fisher Roman Catholic Church — 2.0 mi · 4225 Chichester Avenue, Boothwyn
  4. Saint Thomas the Apostle Church — 2.1 mi · 430 Valleybrook Road, Glen Mills

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.

CSacramental life: 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.

Sacramental life

69 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) (Daily Mass Monday-Friday at 12:00 PM in Sacred Heart Chapel. The schedule is undated.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
      Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.
    2. Mission and Ministry - Legacy - Symbols, Rituals, and Celebrationsneumann.edu/mission/legacy/symbolscelebrations.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Neumann University continues the Franciscan tradition of love for the Eucharist through the celebration of daily Mass in the Sacred Heart Chapel.”
      Daily Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)One weekend Mass (Sunday 7:00 PM in Sacred Heart Chapel.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
      Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Scheduled confession on campusLess than weekly, or by appointment only
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Our reconciliation services and opportunities for individual confession provide a space for reflection, repentance, and renewal”
      Campus Ministry offers reconciliation services and individual confession; no times are given.
  • 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) (Rev. Akolla Etuge, OFM Cap., is listed as Chaplain on the Mission and Ministry staff page.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission and Ministry Staff | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Rev. Akolla Etuge OFM, Cap. Chaplain BMB 127 Email: etugea@neumann.edu Phone: 610-358-4202”
      Rev. Akolla Etuge, OFM Cap., is the university's Chaplain.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes (Daily Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel, a campus chapel in the Bachmann Main Building.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
      Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.
    2. Mission and Ministry - Legacy - Symbols, Rituals, and Celebrationsneumann.edu/mission/legacy/symbolscelebrations.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Neumann University continues the Franciscan tradition of love for the Eucharist through the celebration of daily Mass in the Sacred Heart Chapel.”
      Daily Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration6 to 11 times a week (6 weekly times documented: 6 Mass, 0 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
N/ATheology and core curriculum: Not enough information. Official sources do not cover enough of this to grade it yet.

Theology and core curriculum

Not enough information: official sources cover less than 60% of this area.

  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsNot 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.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)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.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionYes, stated in the catalog or core description (The Core Experience description says the core flows from the university's mission 'in the Catholic, Franciscan tradition', creates opportunities to integrate faith and reason, and names applying the principles and values of the Catholic Franciscan tradition as a core learning outcome.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Core Experience - Philosophy | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/coreexperience/philosophy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Neumann University Core Experience flows directly from the University’s mission as a liberal arts institution in the Catholic, Franciscan tradition and lies at the heart (cor) of the University itself. The campus community unites to impart the knowledge, skills, competencies and values that create opportunities for students to integrate faith and reason”
      The core curriculum is described as flowing from the university's Catholic, Franciscan mission and as integrating faith and reason.
      “Apply the principles and values of the Catholic Franciscan tradition to personal, professional, and societal questions and issues”
      A core learning outcome is applying the principles and values of the Catholic Franciscan tradition.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredNo (The undergraduate majors list has no theology or religious studies major. Theology is listed among the minors.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Undergraduate Degree Programs | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/academics/undergraduate-degree-programs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Explore below to see what undergraduate programs are in the Jacquelyn Wilson Fegley ’71 College of Nursing and our three academic schools.”
      The university's list of undergraduate majors (nursing and three schools) includes no theology or religious studies major.
    2. Minor Degree Program Options | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/minors · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Deepen your understanding of faith and explore the profound questions of existence with Neumann University's Minor in Theology.”
      Theology is offered as a minor.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsYes (The Mission and Ministry identity page ('A Catholic University in the Franciscan Tradition') says the basic components of a Catholic university were articulated in Ex Corde Ecclesiae and quotes it at length.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission and Ministry - A Catholic University in the Franciscan Traditionneumann.edu/mission/identity/franciscantradition.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “the basic components of the Catholic university were articulated by Pope John Paul II in the 1990 document, Ex Corde Ecclesiae (From the Heart of the Church). The following excerpts from this document (ECE) clarify the nature of a Catholic institution of higher education.”
      The university's identity statement cites Ex Corde Ecclesiae as articulating the components of a Catholic university.
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

77 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 (2: Rev. Akolla Etuge, OFM Cap. (Chaplain) and Sr. Kathy Dougherty, OSF. Not counted: Sr. Linda DeCero, OSF (Pastoral Ministry Volunteer), the Campus Ministry Graduate Assistant, an administrative assistant, and the directors of the Franciscan studies institute, service-learning, and sport spirituality programs.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission and Ministry Staff | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Rev. Akolla Etuge OFM, Cap. Chaplain BMB 127 Email: etugea@neumann.edu Phone: 610-358-4202”
      Rev. Akolla Etuge, OFM Cap., is the university's Chaplain.
      “Sr. Kathy Dougherty, OSF Vice President for Mission & Ministry BMB 126 Email: dougherk@neumann.edu Phone: 610-558-5511”
      Sr. Kathy Dougherty, OSF, is Vice President for Mission & Ministry.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (Three retreats are described: the Nurses' Retreat, the San Damiano Retreat (for service immersion participants), and Day Retreats.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry - Retreats | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/retreats · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Nurses' Retreat Designed for nursing students, the Nurses' Retreat provides a space to connect with God, self, and peers within the context of the nursing profession.”
      Campus Ministry offers a Nurses' Retreat for nursing students.
      “San Damiano Retreat Offered to students participating in service immersion trips through the San Damiano Program, this retreat focuses on formation, reflection, and preparation.”
      Campus Ministry runs service immersion trips through the San Damiano Program, with a preparation retreat.
      “Day Retreats at Neumann University provide short yet impactful opportunities for students to step away from their busy schedules and immerse themselves in spiritual reflection and community building.”
      Campus Ministry offers day retreats.
    2. Mission & Ministry | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission-and-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Campus Ministry offers Retreats throughout the academic year and Service Immersion Trips.”
      Campus Ministry offers retreats through the academic year and service immersion trips.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsThree or more (OCIA (meets twice a month on Sundays), NUPraise (music ministry at the Sunday Mass), the Franciscan Justice Circle, and Community Peer Ministers, all part of Campus Ministry. The university's student organization list includes no Catholic club.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “We’ll meet twice a month on Sundays at 5:30 PM through March 2026”
      OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) met twice a month on Sundays at 5:30 PM in 2025-26.
    2. Campus Ministry - Ministry Centerneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/ministrycenter · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “NUpraise seeks to embody the Franciscan spirit in its musical offerings, infusing the Sunday 7 PM Mass with melodies that resonate with the heart”
      NUPraise is the music ministry for the Sunday 7 PM Mass.
      “The Franciscan Justice Circle (FJC) at Neumann University is a dedicated community-driven group inspired by Franciscan values, focused on advocating for social and environmental justice.”
      Campus Ministry's Franciscan Justice Circle is a group advocating for social and environmental justice.
      “Community Peer Ministers (CPM’s) are students serving in leadership positions with Office of Campus Ministry.”
      Students serve as Community Peer Ministers with Campus Ministry.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Single-sex residence optionsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsNot 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.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes (A Vice President for Mission & Ministry leads a unit whose stated mission is deeper appreciation of the university's Catholic, Franciscan mission and values; the Neumann Institute for Franciscan Studies works with the Vice President for Mission to help the community integrate the Catholic and Franciscan mission.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Mission and Ministry Staff | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sr. Kathy Dougherty, OSF Vice President for Mission & Ministry BMB 126 Email: dougherk@neumann.edu Phone: 610-558-5511”
      Sr. Kathy Dougherty, OSF, is Vice President for Mission & Ministry.
      “The mission of the unit is to provide for the holistic development of the university community through opportunities for continued understanding and deeper appreciation of our Catholic, Franciscan mission and values.”
      The Mission and Ministry unit's stated scope is the university's Catholic, Franciscan mission and values.
    2. Mission and Ministry - Neumann Institute for Franciscan Studiesneumann.edu/mission/nifs.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Institute, in collaboration with the Vice President for Mission, offers a variety of activities and resources to help the University community understand, own, and integrate the Catholic and Franciscan mission.”
      The Neumann Institute for Franciscan Studies works with the Vice President for Mission on the university's Catholic and Franciscan mission.
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 (Office of Service-Learning and Community Engagement, with a director, in the Mission and Ministry unit.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Service-Learning & Community Engagement | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/SLCE · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Office of Service-Learning and Community Engagement works to develop service opportunities for the Neumann Community.”
      An Office of Service-Learning and Community Engagement organizes service opportunities.
    2. Mission and Ministry Staff | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Megan Cahill Camp Director of Service-Learning & Community Engagement BMB 139 Email: campm@neumann.edu Phone: 610-558-5539”
      The Mission and Ministry staff includes a Director of Service-Learning and Community Engagement.
  • 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) (The service-learning office says service is integrated into the curriculum and provides course approval and reflection resources. A 2021 core brochure describes required service-learning in THEO 104 and the major; it is too old to use; 'required' is not recorded.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mission and Ministry - Service Learning | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/academics/service-learning/default.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Consistent with its mission, vision and values Neumann promotes an environment in which service is integrated into the curriculum and co-curricular activities.”
      Service-learning is integrated into the curriculum.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • 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 (Support for parenting students: the university's licensed Child Development Center cares for children of Neumann students. No pro-life student group appears in the student organization list.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Child Development Center | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/cdc/preschool · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “which provides care for children of Neumann University students, faculty, administration, staff, and the community at large.”
      The university's Child Development Center provides child care for children of Neumann students.
  • 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 (Campus Ministry service immersion trips (San Damiano Program), the Franciscan Justice Circle (advocacy for social and environmental justice), and the Knights' Pantry (food insecurity).)
    Sources (4)
    1. Mission & Ministry | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission-and-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Campus Ministry offers Retreats throughout the academic year and Service Immersion Trips.”
      Campus Ministry offers retreats through the academic year and service immersion trips.
    2. Campus Ministry - Retreats | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/retreats · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “San Damiano Retreat Offered to students participating in service immersion trips through the San Damiano Program, this retreat focuses on formation, reflection, and preparation.”
      Campus Ministry runs service immersion trips through the San Damiano Program, with a preparation retreat.
    3. Campus Ministry - Ministry Centerneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/ministrycenter · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Franciscan Justice Circle (FJC) at Neumann University is a dedicated community-driven group inspired by Franciscan values, focused on advocating for social and environmental justice.”
      Campus Ministry's Franciscan Justice Circle is a group advocating for social and environmental justice.
    4. Knights' Pantry | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/knightspantry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The mission of the Knights’ Pantry is to provide resources to alleviate food insecurity, improve health and wellbeing, ensure a reduction in food waste, and promote sustainability on campus.”
      The Knights' Pantry addresses student food insecurity.
  • 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 (Service-learning and Campus Ministry sit in the Mission and Ministry unit, which is 'rooted in our Catholic Franciscan tradition', and the university's statement of its Service value says it promotes Catholic Social Teaching.)
    Sources (4)
    1. Mission and Ministry - Core Values of Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/identity/corevalues.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “We promote Catholic Social Teaching by working for peace with justice for all.”
      The university's statement of its Service value says it promotes Catholic Social Teaching.
    2. Mission & Ministry | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission-and-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Rooted in our Catholic Franciscan tradition, the Mission and Ministry Unit provides all members of the Neumann University Community with a variety of opportunities to develop their spiritual growth.”
      The Mission and Ministry unit describes itself as rooted in the Catholic Franciscan tradition.
    3. Mission and Ministry Staff | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Megan Cahill Camp Director of Service-Learning & Community Engagement BMB 139 Email: campm@neumann.edu Phone: 610-558-5539”
      The Mission and Ministry staff includes a Director of Service-Learning and Community Engagement.
    4. Mission and Ministry - Campus Ministry | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/default.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Campus Ministry embodies these values by offering a space where students and faculty can explore their faith, participate in service projects, and reflect on Franciscan ideals.”
      Campus Ministry offers faith exploration and service projects.

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

Strengths

  • Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel at noon every weekday and on Sunday evening.
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
      Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.
    2. Mission and Ministry - Legacy - Symbols, Rituals, and Celebrationsneumann.edu/mission/legacy/symbolscelebrations.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Neumann University continues the Franciscan tradition of love for the Eucharist through the celebration of daily Mass in the Sacred Heart Chapel.”
      Daily Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel.
  • A Capuchin Franciscan priest is listed as Chaplain, and a Vice President for Mission & Ministry leads a unit that includes Campus Ministry, service-learning, and the Neumann Institute for Franciscan Studies.
    Sources (2)
    1. Mission and Ministry Staff | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Rev. Akolla Etuge OFM, Cap. Chaplain BMB 127 Email: etugea@neumann.edu Phone: 610-358-4202”
      Rev. Akolla Etuge, OFM Cap., is the university's Chaplain.
      “Sr. Kathy Dougherty, OSF Vice President for Mission & Ministry BMB 126 Email: dougherk@neumann.edu Phone: 610-558-5511”
      Sr. Kathy Dougherty, OSF, is Vice President for Mission & Ministry.
    2. Mission and Ministry - Neumann Institute for Franciscan Studiesneumann.edu/mission/nifs.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Institute, in collaboration with the Vice President for Mission, offers a variety of activities and resources to help the University community understand, own, and integrate the Catholic and Franciscan mission.”
      The Neumann Institute for Franciscan Studies works with the Vice President for Mission on the university's Catholic and Franciscan mission.
  • Campus Ministry offers three retreats, OCIA, a music ministry, a Franciscan Justice Circle, and service immersion trips; the university also runs a student food pantry.
    Sources (4)
    1. Campus Ministry - Retreats | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/retreats · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Nurses' Retreat Designed for nursing students, the Nurses' Retreat provides a space to connect with God, self, and peers within the context of the nursing profession.”
      Campus Ministry offers a Nurses' Retreat for nursing students.
      “San Damiano Retreat Offered to students participating in service immersion trips through the San Damiano Program, this retreat focuses on formation, reflection, and preparation.”
      Campus Ministry runs service immersion trips through the San Damiano Program, with a preparation retreat.
      “Day Retreats at Neumann University provide short yet impactful opportunities for students to step away from their busy schedules and immerse themselves in spiritual reflection and community building.”
      Campus Ministry offers day retreats.
    2. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “We’ll meet twice a month on Sundays at 5:30 PM through March 2026”
      OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults) met twice a month on Sundays at 5:30 PM in 2025-26.
    3. Campus Ministry - Ministry Centerneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/ministrycenter · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “NUpraise seeks to embody the Franciscan spirit in its musical offerings, infusing the Sunday 7 PM Mass with melodies that resonate with the heart”
      NUPraise is the music ministry for the Sunday 7 PM Mass.
      “The Franciscan Justice Circle (FJC) at Neumann University is a dedicated community-driven group inspired by Franciscan values, focused on advocating for social and environmental justice.”
      Campus Ministry's Franciscan Justice Circle is a group advocating for social and environmental justice.
    4. Knights' Pantry | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/knightspantry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The mission of the Knights’ Pantry is to provide resources to alleviate food insecurity, improve health and wellbeing, ensure a reduction in food waste, and promote sustainability on campus.”
      The Knights' Pantry addresses student food insecurity.
  • The core curriculum's description names the Catholic, Franciscan tradition and the integration of faith and reason among its aims.
    Sources (1)
    1. Core Experience - Philosophy | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/coreexperience/philosophy · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Neumann University Core Experience flows directly from the University’s mission as a liberal arts institution in the Catholic, Franciscan tradition and lies at the heart (cor) of the University itself. The campus community unites to impart the knowledge, skills, competencies and values that create opportunities for students to integrate faith and reason”
      The core curriculum is described as flowing from the university's Catholic, Franciscan mission and as integrating faith and reason.
      “Apply the principles and values of the Catholic Franciscan tradition to personal, professional, and societal questions and issues”
      A core learning outcome is applying the principles and values of the Catholic Franciscan tradition.

Concerns

  • Campus Ministry mentions reconciliation services and individual confession without a schedule.
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Our reconciliation services and opportunities for individual confession provide a space for reflection, repentance, and renewal”
      Campus Ministry offers reconciliation services and individual confession; no times are given.
  • One weekend Mass is listed, on Sunday evening; there is no Saturday vigil Mass.
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
      Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.
  • Theology is offered as a minor; there is no theology or religious studies major.
    Sources (2)
    1. Undergraduate Degree Programs | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/academics/undergraduate-degree-programs · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Explore below to see what undergraduate programs are in the Jacquelyn Wilson Fegley ’71 College of Nursing and our three academic schools.”
      The university's list of undergraduate majors (nursing and three schools) includes no theology or religious studies major.
    2. Minor Degree Program Options | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/minors · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Deepen your understanding of faith and explore the profound questions of existence with Neumann University's Minor in Theology.”
      Theology is offered as a minor.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry: Sacred Heart Chapel (Bachmann Main Building) and the Ministry Center

  • Address: 1 Neumann Drive, Aston, PA 19014
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: Sacred Heart Chapel (Bachmann Main Building), Ministry Center (space for quiet reflection, discussion, food and coffee)

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Catholic clubs and student life

12 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 0 off campus, 10 location not published

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • NUPraiseOn campus
    Sunday 7 PM Mass
    Music ministry that leads singing at the Sunday evening Mass in Sacred Heart Chapel.
    neumann.edu, neumann.edu
  • Greccio Living NativityOn campus
    Early December (Wednesday, December 3 in 2025)
    Annual Franciscan Christmas celebration with Mass in Sacred Heart Chapel, a Christmas dinner, and a living Nativity.
    neumann.edu, neumann.edu

Faith formation 1

  • OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
    Twice a month on Sundays at 5:30 PM (2025-26)
    Preparation for Baptism, Confirmation, and Eucharist for students exploring the Catholic faith.
    neumann.edu

Clubs and groups 1

  • Community Peer Ministers
    Student leaders who serve with the Office of Campus Ministry and help plan faith formation, prayer, and service for their peers.
    neumann.edu

Retreats 3

  • Nurses' Retreat
    Retreat for nursing students on faith, self-care, and vocation.
    neumann.edu
  • San Damiano Retreat
    Formation and preparation retreat for students going on service immersion trips.
    neumann.edu
  • Day Retreats
    Short, one-day retreats for reflection and community building.
    neumann.edu

Service 4

  • Franciscan Justice Circle
    Campus Ministry group for education, dialogue, and advocacy on social and environmental justice.
    neumann.edu
  • Service Immersion Trips (San Damiano Program)
    Campus Ministry service trips, prepared for by the San Damiano Retreat.
    neumann.edu, neumann.edu, neumann.edu
  • Neumann Day of Service
    University day of service at community partner sites.
    neumann.edu
  • Knights' Pantry & Closet
    Food pantry for students, run within Mission and Ministry, addressing food insecurity.
    neumann.edu

Sports and recreation 1

  • Team Chaplains (Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development)
    Team chaplains serving student-athletes on intercollegiate and club teams.
    neumann.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 (7)
  1. Campus Ministry - Faith | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/faith · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
    Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.
    “Sacred Heart Chapel Mass Schedule Sunday Mass Time: 7:00 PM Daily Mass Monday-Friday: 12:00 PM Location: Sacred Heart Chapel”
    Mass is celebrated in Sacred Heart Chapel on Sunday at 7:00 PM and Monday through Friday at noon.
  2. Mission and Ministry Staff | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/staff · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Rev. Akolla Etuge OFM, Cap. Chaplain BMB 127 Email: etugea@neumann.edu Phone: 610-358-4202”
    Rev. Akolla Etuge, OFM Cap., is the university's Chaplain.
    “The mission of the unit is to provide for the holistic development of the university community through opportunities for continued understanding and deeper appreciation of our Catholic, Franciscan mission and values.”
    The Mission and Ministry unit's stated scope is the university's Catholic, Franciscan mission and values.
  3. Mission and Ministry - Campus Ministry | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/default.asp · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Campus Ministry embodies these values by offering a space where students and faculty can explore their faith, participate in service projects, and reflect on Franciscan ideals.”
    Campus Ministry offers faith exploration and service projects.
  4. Mission & Ministry | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/mission-and-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Rooted in our Catholic Franciscan tradition, the Mission and Ministry Unit provides all members of the Neumann University Community with a variety of opportunities to develop their spiritual growth.”
    The Mission and Ministry unit describes itself as rooted in the Catholic Franciscan tradition.
    “Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development has 28 Team Chaplains, serving over 500 student athletes and 30 intercollegiate & club teams.”
    The Center for Sport, Spirituality and Character Development provides team chaplains for athletic teams.
  5. Campus Ministry - Greccioneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/greccio · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Greccio Overview Wednesday, December 3 12:00 PM Mass Sacred Heart Chapel, Bachmann Main Building”
    Sacred Heart Chapel is in the Bachmann Main Building; the December 2025 Greccio celebration began with Mass there.
  6. Student Clubs & Organizations | Neumann Universityneumann.edu/life/student-engagement/studentorganizations · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Office of Student Activities Bachmann Main Building, Rm. g44 1 Neumann Drive Aston, PA 19014”
    The Bachmann Main Building is at 1 Neumann Drive, Aston, PA 19014.
  7. Campus Ministry - Ministry Centerneumann.edu/mission/campus_ministry/ministrycenter · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Whether seeking quiet reflection, eager to participate in thought-provoking discussions or looking to contribute to community service initiatives, the Ministry Center provides a supportive space for personal and spiritual growth.”
    Campus Ministry's Ministry Center is a space for reflection, discussion, and service.

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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.
61 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.54%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.72%
  • 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.$7,816

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)
1,695
Total students2,171
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$27,804
Cost of attendance (per year)$57,180
Median federal debt at graduation$27,000
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
54%
First-year retention72%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$57,817
Admission rate81%
Students receiving Pell grants43%

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 Philadelphia

The Most Reverend Nelson J. Pérez, Archbishop of Philadelphia

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: catholicchurchofphila.org, catholicchurchofphila.org, catholicchurchofphila.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 214272
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (medium programs)
  • Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Questions families ask

Is Neumann University a Catholic college?
Yes. Neumann University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia. Its sponsor is Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia.
What is Neumann University’s Compass Score?
72 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at Neumann University?
Mass is listed at Sacred Heart Chapel and Bachmann Main Building. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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