Is New York University a Catholic college?

No. New York University is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by the Catholic Center at NYU.

Where is Mass celebrated at New York University?

Mass is listed at The Catholic Center at NYU (St. John Henry Newman Chapel), 238 Thompson St, St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village and 371 Sixth Avenue. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Is New York University Compass Recommended?

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

College · Catholic life on campus

New York University

LocationNew York, NY
Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 57,335 students

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Catholic Life Score

Catholic life 75%Academics 25%

ACatholic life
92 of 100

AAcademics
100 of 100

Verified Oct. 8, 2026 · How the score works

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

The Catholic Center at NYU, a ministry of the Archdiocese of New York staffed by Dominican friars, occupies the ground floor of 238 Thompson Street near Washington Square and serves NYU and 20 other New York City colleges. Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P., is director and chaplain, with an associate chaplain and four FOCUS missionaries. Mass and confession are held at the Center every weekday, while weekend Masses are at the collaborating parish, St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village. Groups include the Newman Club (founded 1894), the Hound's Head Society for graduate students, a Thomistic Institute chapter, and FOCUS Bible studies.

Mass, confession, and adoration

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Monday–Friday5:00 PMThe Catholic Center at NYU (St. John Henry Newman Chapel), 238 Thompson St · During the academic year; the Center follows the NYU calendar.
Monday–Saturday12:10 PMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue
Saturday5:30 PMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue · Vigil (traditional music).
Sunday9:00 AMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue · Contemporary music.
Sunday11:30 AMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue · Traditional music. OCIA follows.
Sunday6:00 PMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue · Contemporary music.

Confession 6

Monday–Friday4:30 PM–4:50 PMThe Catholic Center at NYU, 238 Thompson St · During the academic year.
Monday–Saturday11:30 AM–12:00 PMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue
Saturday4:30 PM–5:15 PMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue
Sunday8:30 AM–9:00 AMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue
Sunday11:00 AM–11:30 AMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue
Sunday5:30 PM–6:00 PMSt. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village, 371 Sixth Avenue

Adoration 2

Thursday4:00 PM–4:50 PMThe Catholic Center at NYU, 238 Thompson St · During the academic year.
Sunday–Saturday12:00 AM–11:59 PMDivine Mercy Adoration Chapel, St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village · Perpetual adoration, 24 hours a day; keycard access after a registration meeting with the parish office.

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 (2)

Liturgical Schedule | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/liturgical-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Monday-Friday 12:10pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:00pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 12:10PM St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
Mass is celebrated at the Catholic Center at 5:00 PM Monday-Friday; the schedule also lists 12:10 PM Monday-Saturday and four weekend Masses (Saturday 5:30 PM; Sunday 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 6:00 PM) at St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
“Monday-Friday 12:10pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:00pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 12:10PM St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
Mass is celebrated at the Catholic Center at 5:00 PM Monday-Friday; the schedule also lists 12:10 PM Monday-Saturday and four weekend Masses (Saturday 5:30 PM; Sunday 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 6:00 PM) at St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
“Monday-Friday 11:30am-12:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 4:30-4:50pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 11:30am-12:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 4:30-5:15pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 8:30am-9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:00-11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30-6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
Confession is heard at the Catholic Center 4:30-4:50 PM Monday-Friday, with additional times at St. Joseph's Church every day.
“Thursday 4:00-4:50pm The Catholic Center at NYU Everyday 24 Hours Get keycard access to the chapel at St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village by contacting the parish office at secretary@stjosephgv.nyc and setting up a registration meeting.”
Adoration is held at the Catholic Center on Thursdays 4:00-4:50 PM, and the chapel at St. Joseph's Church is available 24 hours a day with a keycard.
“Thursday 4:00-4:50pm The Catholic Center at NYU Everyday 24 Hours Get keycard access to the chapel at St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village by contacting the parish office at secretary@stjosephgv.nyc and setting up a registration meeting.”
Adoration is held at the Catholic Center on Thursdays 4:00-4:50 PM, and the chapel at St. Joseph's Church is available 24 hours a day with a keycard.
Mass & Confession Times — St. Joseph of Greenwichstjosephgv.nyc/mass-confession-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Saturday Vigil: 5:30PM (Traditional Music) Sunday: 9:00AM (Contemporary Music), 11:30AM (Traditional Music), 6:00PM (Contemporary Music) Weekdays: 12:10PM Saturday: 12:10PM”
St. Joseph's Church lists a Saturday vigil, three Sunday Masses, and 12:10 PM Mass on weekdays and Saturday.
“Saturday Vigil: 5:30PM (Traditional Music) Sunday: 9:00AM (Contemporary Music), 11:30AM (Traditional Music), 6:00PM (Contemporary Music) Weekdays: 12:10PM Saturday: 12:10PM”
St. Joseph's Church lists a Saturday vigil, three Sunday Masses, and 12:10 PM Mass on weekdays and Saturday.
“Saturday Vigil: 5:30PM (Traditional Music) Sunday: 9:00AM (Contemporary Music), 11:30AM (Traditional Music), 6:00PM (Contemporary Music) Weekdays: 12:10PM Saturday: 12:10PM”
St. Joseph's Church lists a Saturday vigil, three Sunday Masses, and 12:10 PM Mass on weekdays and Saturday.
“Saturday Vigil: 5:30PM (Traditional Music) Sunday: 9:00AM (Contemporary Music), 11:30AM (Traditional Music), 6:00PM (Contemporary Music) Weekdays: 12:10PM Saturday: 12:10PM”
St. Joseph's Church lists a Saturday vigil, three Sunday Masses, and 12:10 PM Mass on weekdays and Saturday.
“Confession Times Sunday: 8:30-9:00AM, 11:00-11:30AM, 5:30-6:00PM Weekdays: 11:30AM-12:00PM Saturday: 11:30AM-12:00PM and 4:30PM-5:15PM Location & Contact 371 Sixth Avenue New York, NY 10014 Get Directions Tel: (212) 741-1274 Email: secretary@stjosephgv.nyc”
St. Joseph's Church, 371 Sixth Avenue, lists daily confession times and its parish office phone and email.
“Confession Times Sunday: 8:30-9:00AM, 11:00-11:30AM, 5:30-6:00PM Weekdays: 11:30AM-12:00PM Saturday: 11:30AM-12:00PM and 4:30PM-5:15PM Location & Contact 371 Sixth Avenue New York, NY 10014 Get Directions Tel: (212) 741-1274 Email: secretary@stjosephgv.nyc”
St. Joseph's Church, 371 Sixth Avenue, lists daily confession times and its parish office phone and email.
“Confession Times Sunday: 8:30-9:00AM, 11:00-11:30AM, 5:30-6:00PM Weekdays: 11:30AM-12:00PM Saturday: 11:30AM-12:00PM and 4:30PM-5:15PM Location & Contact 371 Sixth Avenue New York, NY 10014 Get Directions Tel: (212) 741-1274 Email: secretary@stjosephgv.nyc”
St. Joseph's Church, 371 Sixth Avenue, lists daily confession times and its parish office phone and email.
“Confession Times Sunday: 8:30-9:00AM, 11:00-11:30AM, 5:30-6:00PM Weekdays: 11:30AM-12:00PM Saturday: 11:30AM-12:00PM and 4:30PM-5:15PM Location & Contact 371 Sixth Avenue New York, NY 10014 Get Directions Tel: (212) 741-1274 Email: secretary@stjosephgv.nyc”
St. Joseph's Church, 371 Sixth Avenue, lists daily confession times and its parish office phone and email.
“Confession Times Sunday: 8:30-9:00AM, 11:00-11:30AM, 5:30-6:00PM Weekdays: 11:30AM-12:00PM Saturday: 11:30AM-12:00PM and 4:30PM-5:15PM Location & Contact 371 Sixth Avenue New York, NY 10014 Get Directions Tel: (212) 741-1274 Email: secretary@stjosephgv.nyc”
St. Joseph's Church, 371 Sixth Avenue, lists daily confession times and its parish office phone and email.

Catholic churches nearby

CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›

Generoso Pope Catholic Center at New York University — 0.1 mi
Saint Anthony of Padua Church — 0.3 mi · 154 Sullivan Street, New York
Saint Joseph Catholic Church — 0.3 mi · 365 6th Avenue, New York
Our Lady of Pompeii Catholic Church — 0.3 mi · 25 Carmine Street, New York
Saint Michael's Church — 0.4 mi · 266 Mulberry Street, New York
St. George's Church — 0.4 mi · 30 East 7th Street, New York

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

Catholic life scorecard

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

Catholic life on campus

92 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Catholic campus ministry serving this campus (Catholic center, campus ministry, or chaplaincy)Yes (The Archdiocese of New York's University Apostolate directory lists the Catholic Center at NYU, 238 Thompson St., under New York University; the Center lists New York University first among the 21 schools it serves.)
Sources (3)
1. University Apostolate - Archdiocese of New Yorkarchny.org/university-apostolate · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Catholic Center at NYU 238 Thompson St. New York, NY 10012 Website: nyucatholic.org Phone: (212) 995-3990 Rev. Cassian Derbes, O.P., Chaplain, Director Rev. Vincent Bernhard, O.P, Associate Chaplain chaplain@nyucatholic.org”
  The Archdiocese of New York lists the Catholic Center at NYU at 238 Thompson St. as the Catholic campus ministry for New York University, with Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P., as chaplain and director, a phone number, and a chaplain email.
2. Schools We Serve | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/schools-we-serve · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Catholic Center at NYU is the center of Catholic university life for students in New York City. We serve more than 165, 000 students at 21 colleges and universities in NYC.”
  The Catholic Center at NYU serves students at 21 New York City colleges and universities, with New York University listed first.
3. Catholic Center at NYU — St. Joseph of Greenwichstjosephgv.nyc/catholic-center-at-nyu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Catholic Center at NYU is served by the Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph and collaborates with St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.”
  The Catholic Center at NYU is staffed by Dominican friars and works with St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
Yes:
Dedicated Catholic center or chapel on or next to campusYes (The Catholic Center occupies the archdiocese-owned ground floor of 238 Thompson Street, with the St. John Henry Newman Chapel (Blessed Sacrament reserved), study and game rooms, a kitchen, meeting rooms, and an auditorium. Distance to campus is computed from the address.)
Sources (2)
1. The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “ADDRESS 238 Thompson St. New York, NY 10012 HOURS Monday-Friday: 11 AM - 9 PM Saturday & Sunday: 1 - 9 PM”
  The Catholic Center at NYU is at 238 Thompson St. and is open every day of the week.
2. Our Space | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/our-space · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The St. John Henry Newman Chapel provides a quiet space to pray and meditate in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament.”
  The Catholic Center has its own chapel, where the Blessed Sacrament is reserved.
  “The Catholic Center follows the New York University calendar. We are closed for the summer and winter breaks, as well as for any holiday New York University observes when school is in session.”
  The Center follows the NYU calendar and closes during summer and winter breaks.
Yes:
Priest chaplain assigned to campus ministryFull-time priest chaplain (Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P. (Director and Chaplain) and Fr. Vincent Bernhard, O.P. (Associate Director and Chaplain), Dominican friars.)
Sources (1)
1. Staff & Board of Advisors | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/staff-board · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P. Director and Chaplain Fr. Vincent Bernhard, O.P. Associate Director and Chaplain Shannon Sullivan Operations Manager Christina Lavoie Communications Manager George Murphy FOCUS Missionary Sophie Stewart FOCUS Missionary Landon McDermott FOCUS Missionary Emily-Anne Santiago FOCUS Missionary”
  The staff includes two Dominican priest chaplains (director and associate director), two managers, and four FOCUS missionaries.
  “The Dominican directors and chaplains of the center provide Mass and confession throughout the week, time for spiritual direction, and support for the various Catholic student clubs in New York City.”
  The Dominican chaplains provide Mass, confession, and spiritual direction throughout the week.
Yes:
Weekday Mass at the campus ministryEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (5:00 PM Monday-Friday at the Catholic Center; the schedule also lists 12:10 PM Monday-Saturday at St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.)
Sources (2)
1. Liturgical Schedule | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/liturgical-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Monday-Friday 12:10pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:00pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 12:10PM St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
  Mass is celebrated at the Catholic Center at 5:00 PM Monday-Friday; the schedule also lists 12:10 PM Monday-Saturday and four weekend Masses (Saturday 5:30 PM; Sunday 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 6:00 PM) at St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
2. Our Space | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/our-space · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The St. John Henry Newman Chapel provides a quiet space to pray and meditate in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament.”
  The Catholic Center has its own chapel, where the Blessed Sacrament is reserved.
No:
Sunday Mass at the campus ministry or a campus chapelNone (students attend local parishes) (The Center's liturgical schedule directs students to four weekend Masses at St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village (371 Sixth Avenue), the collaborating parish: Saturday 5:30 PM vigil and Sunday 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, and 6:00 PM. Following the precedent of not counting parish Masses away from the ministry's own chapel, these are recorded in schedules; not counted here.)
Sources (2)
1. Liturgical Schedule | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/liturgical-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Monday-Friday 12:10pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:00pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 12:10PM St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
  Mass is celebrated at the Catholic Center at 5:00 PM Monday-Friday; the schedule also lists 12:10 PM Monday-Saturday and four weekend Masses (Saturday 5:30 PM; Sunday 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 6:00 PM) at St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
2. Mass & Confession Times — St. Joseph of Greenwichstjosephgv.nyc/mass-confession-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Saturday Vigil: 5:30PM (Traditional Music) Sunday: 9:00AM (Contemporary Music), 11:30AM (Traditional Music), 6:00PM (Contemporary Music) Weekdays: 12:10PM Saturday: 12:10PM”
  St. Joseph's Church lists a Saturday vigil, three Sunday Masses, and 12:10 PM Mass on weekdays and Saturday.
Yes:
Scheduled confession at the campus ministryWeekly or more often (Monday-Friday 4:30-4:50 PM at the Catholic Center (five times a week). St. Joseph's Church adds weekday, Saturday, and Sunday confession times.)
Sources (2)
1. Liturgical Schedule | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/liturgical-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Monday-Friday 11:30am-12:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 4:30-4:50pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 11:30am-12:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 4:30-5:15pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 8:30am-9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:00-11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30-6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
  Confession is heard at the Catholic Center 4:30-4:50 PM Monday-Friday, with additional times at St. Joseph's Church every day.
2. Our Space | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/our-space · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The St. John Henry Newman Chapel provides a quiet space to pray and meditate in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament.”
  The Catholic Center has its own chapel, where the Blessed Sacrament is reserved.
Yes:
Catholic student groups and missionary outreach (e.g., FOCUS, Saint Paul's Outreach, Knights of Columbus, Bible studies)Two or more (Newman Club (official NYU undergraduate Catholic club, founded 1894, meets Thursdays 7 PM), Hound's Head Society (graduate students), NYU Thomistic Institute chapter, FOCUS missionaries and student Bible studies, Rhapsodic Theatre Ensemble.)
Sources (6)
1. Staff & Board of Advisors | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/staff-board · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P. Director and Chaplain Fr. Vincent Bernhard, O.P. Associate Director and Chaplain Shannon Sullivan Operations Manager Christina Lavoie Communications Manager George Murphy FOCUS Missionary Sophie Stewart FOCUS Missionary Landon McDermott FOCUS Missionary Emily-Anne Santiago FOCUS Missionary”
  The staff includes two Dominican priest chaplains (director and associate director), two managers, and four FOCUS missionaries.
2. Campuses - FOCUSfocus.org/about/campuses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Stony Brook University New York University United States Military Academy”
  FOCUS lists New York University among the campuses where it serves.
3. Student Bible Studies | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/student-bible-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Join a student Bible study that meets for just an hour each week to read Scripture, ask questions, and grow in faith alongside your friends.”
  Weekly student Bible studies are offered, coordinated by the FOCUS team director.
4. The Newman Club NYU 1894 | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/newman · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Newman Club is the official Catholic undergraduate student club at NYU. It is one of the oldest NYU student clubs, founded in 1894.”
  The Newman Club is NYU's official Catholic undergraduate club, founded in 1894.
  “The club meets every Thursday during the semester at 7 PM for socializing, a brief talk, and dinner.”
  The Newman Club meets weekly on Thursdays at 7 PM with a talk and dinner.
5. Hound's Head Society | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/hounds-head-society · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Hound’s Head Society is the Catholic graduate student association at NYU seeks to foster a community in which students can grow in fellowship, intellectual engagement, and their Catholic faith.”
  The Hound's Head Society is the Catholic graduate student association at NYU.
6. NYU Thomistic Institute | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/thomistic-institute · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Lectures are open to the public. Additionally, students gather for reading groups, intellectual discussion, and intellectual retreats.”
  The NYU chapter of the Thomistic Institute holds public lectures, reading groups, and intellectual retreats.
Yes:
Formation programs (retreats, OCIA/RCIA, service, small groups)Two or more kinds (OCIA (Sundays at St. Joseph's), Confirmation preparation, weekly Bible studies, spiritual direction, a semester mentorship program, reading groups, and retreats.)
Sources (6)
1. Staff & Board of Advisors | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/staff-board · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Dominican directors and chaplains of the center provide Mass and confession throughout the week, time for spiritual direction, and support for the various Catholic student clubs in New York City.”
  The Dominican chaplains provide Mass, confession, and spiritual direction throughout the week.
2. Student Bible Studies | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/student-bible-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Join a student Bible study that meets for just an hour each week to read Scripture, ask questions, and grow in faith alongside your friends.”
  Weekly student Bible studies are offered, coordinated by the FOCUS team director.
3. Become Catholic | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/become-catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “OCIA is held every Sunday after the 11:30am Mass at St. Joseph’s Church for about nine months.”
  OCIA meets weekly on Sundays at St. Joseph's Church through the academic year.
4. Confirmation Registration | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/event/confirmation-registration · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Are you a Catholic student who needs to be confirmed? We can help with that! Register to meet with a chaplain and learn more. Confirmation Mass will be held November 6 at 5 PM”
  The Center prepares Catholic students for Confirmation, with a Confirmation Mass in November.
5. Get Involved | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/get-involved · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Mentorship Program creates transformative relationships between accomplished young professionals and undergraduate students as they discover how to live authentically Catholic lives in the heart of New York City.”
  A semester-long mentorship program pairs undergraduates with Catholic young professionals.
6. Featured Past Events | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/past-events · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Catholic Center at NYU is active throughout the academic year with guest lectures, social gatherings, retreats, and cultural outings across NYC.”
  The Center holds lectures, social gatherings, retreats, and cultural outings during the academic year.
Yes:
Catholic church within walking distance (computed from OpenStreetMap)Within 1 mile of campusComputed from OpenStreetMap church locations.
Yes:
Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration30 or more times a week (38 weekly times documented: 15 Mass, 15 confession, 8 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).

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

Strengths

Mass is celebrated at the Catholic Center every weekday at 5:00 PM, with confession 4:30-4:50 PM beforehand; a weekday 12:10 PM Mass and daily confession are also listed at St. Joseph's Church.
Sources (1)
1. Liturgical Schedule | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/liturgical-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Monday-Friday 12:10pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:00pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 12:10PM St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
  Mass is celebrated at the Catholic Center at 5:00 PM Monday-Friday; the schedule also lists 12:10 PM Monday-Saturday and four weekend Masses (Saturday 5:30 PM; Sunday 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 6:00 PM) at St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
  “Monday-Friday 11:30am-12:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 4:30-4:50pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 11:30am-12:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 4:30-5:15pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 8:30am-9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:00-11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30-6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
  Confession is heard at the Catholic Center 4:30-4:50 PM Monday-Friday, with additional times at St. Joseph's Church every day.
Two Dominican priests serve as director and associate director/chaplains, alongside four FOCUS missionaries.
Sources (1)
1. Staff & Board of Advisors | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/staff-board · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P. Director and Chaplain Fr. Vincent Bernhard, O.P. Associate Director and Chaplain Shannon Sullivan Operations Manager Christina Lavoie Communications Manager George Murphy FOCUS Missionary Sophie Stewart FOCUS Missionary Landon McDermott FOCUS Missionary Emily-Anne Santiago FOCUS Missionary”
  The staff includes two Dominican priest chaplains (director and associate director), two managers, and four FOCUS missionaries.
  “The Dominican directors and chaplains of the center provide Mass and confession throughout the week, time for spiritual direction, and support for the various Catholic student clubs in New York City.”
  The Dominican chaplains provide Mass, confession, and spiritual direction throughout the week.
The Center has its own Blessed Sacrament chapel, study and game rooms, a kitchen, meeting rooms, and an auditorium, open seven days a week during the academic year; a 24-hour adoration chapel is available at St. Joseph's Church.
Sources (4)
1. The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “ADDRESS 238 Thompson St. New York, NY 10012 HOURS Monday-Friday: 11 AM - 9 PM Saturday & Sunday: 1 - 9 PM”
  The Catholic Center at NYU is at 238 Thompson St. and is open every day of the week.
2. Our Space | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/our-space · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The St. John Henry Newman Chapel provides a quiet space to pray and meditate in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament.”
  The Catholic Center has its own chapel, where the Blessed Sacrament is reserved.
  “Attached to the Common Room, you’ll find a spacious kitchen with stoves, ovens, and dishwashers. The coffee station provides drip, pour-over, and expresso coffee.”
  The Center has a student kitchen and coffee station.
  “The Catholic Center also provides three meeting spaces for the associated clubs and other initiatives of the Catholic Center.”
  The Center has three meeting rooms and, per the same page, an auditorium for lectures and dinners.
3. Liturgical Schedule | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/liturgical-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Thursday 4:00-4:50pm The Catholic Center at NYU Everyday 24 Hours Get keycard access to the chapel at St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village by contacting the parish office at secretary@stjosephgv.nyc and setting up a registration meeting.”
  Adoration is held at the Catholic Center on Thursdays 4:00-4:50 PM, and the chapel at St. Joseph's Church is available 24 hours a day with a keycard.
4. Adoration Chapel — St. Joseph of Greenwichstjosephgv.nyc/perpetual-adoration · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Manhattan's first-ever perpetual adoration chapel is here at St. Joseph's in Greenwich Village!”
  St. Joseph's Church has a perpetual adoration chapel.
Student groups include the Newman Club (founded 1894, weekly Thursday meetings), the Hound's Head Society for graduate students, a Thomistic Institute chapter, and FOCUS Bible studies, plus OCIA, Confirmation preparation, and a mentorship program.
Sources (6)
1. Student Bible Studies | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/student-bible-studies · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Join a student Bible study that meets for just an hour each week to read Scripture, ask questions, and grow in faith alongside your friends.”
  Weekly student Bible studies are offered, coordinated by the FOCUS team director.
2. The Newman Club NYU 1894 | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/newman · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Newman Club is the official Catholic undergraduate student club at NYU. It is one of the oldest NYU student clubs, founded in 1894.”
  The Newman Club is NYU's official Catholic undergraduate club, founded in 1894.
  “The club meets every Thursday during the semester at 7 PM for socializing, a brief talk, and dinner.”
  The Newman Club meets weekly on Thursdays at 7 PM with a talk and dinner.
3. Hound's Head Society | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/hounds-head-society · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Hound’s Head Society is the Catholic graduate student association at NYU seeks to foster a community in which students can grow in fellowship, intellectual engagement, and their Catholic faith.”
  The Hound's Head Society is the Catholic graduate student association at NYU.
4. NYU Thomistic Institute | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/thomistic-institute · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Lectures are open to the public. Additionally, students gather for reading groups, intellectual discussion, and intellectual retreats.”
  The NYU chapter of the Thomistic Institute holds public lectures, reading groups, and intellectual retreats.
5. Become Catholic | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/become-catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “OCIA is held every Sunday after the 11:30am Mass at St. Joseph’s Church for about nine months.”
  OCIA meets weekly on Sundays at St. Joseph's Church through the academic year.
6. Get Involved | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/get-involved · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Mentorship Program creates transformative relationships between accomplished young professionals and undergraduate students as they discover how to live authentically Catholic lives in the heart of New York City.”
  A semester-long mentorship program pairs undergraduates with Catholic young professionals.

Concerns

No weekend Mass is held at the Catholic Center; its schedule lists the four weekend Masses at St. Joseph's Church on Sixth Avenue.
Sources (1)
1. Liturgical Schedule | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/liturgical-schedule · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Monday-Friday 12:10pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:00pm The Catholic Center at NYU Saturday 12:10PM St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 5:30pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village Sunday 9:00am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 11:30am St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village 6:00pm St. Joseph’s Church in Greenwich Village”
  Mass is celebrated at the Catholic Center at 5:00 PM Monday-Friday; the schedule also lists 12:10 PM Monday-Saturday and four weekend Masses (Saturday 5:30 PM; Sunday 9:00 AM, 11:30 AM, 6:00 PM) at St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
The two chaplains and FOCUS team serve students at 21 New York City colleges and universities, not NYU alone.
Sources (2)
1. Schools We Serve | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/schools-we-serve · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Catholic Center at NYU is the center of Catholic university life for students in New York City. We serve more than 165, 000 students at 21 colleges and universities in NYC.”
  The Catholic Center at NYU serves students at 21 New York City colleges and universities, with New York University listed first.
2. Staff & Board of Advisors | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/staff-board · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P. Director and Chaplain Fr. Vincent Bernhard, O.P. Associate Director and Chaplain Shannon Sullivan Operations Manager Christina Lavoie Communications Manager George Murphy FOCUS Missionary Sophie Stewart FOCUS Missionary Landon McDermott FOCUS Missionary Emily-Anne Santiago FOCUS Missionary”
  The staff includes two Dominican priest chaplains (director and associate director), two managers, and four FOCUS missionaries.
The Center closes during summer and winter breaks.
Sources (1)
1. Our Space | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/our-space · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Catholic Center follows the New York University calendar. We are closed for the summer and winter breaks, as well as for any holiday New York University observes when school is in session.”
  The Center follows the NYU calendar and closes during summer and winter breaks.

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The Catholic center

The Catholic Center at NYU

Address: 238 Thompson St, New York, NY 10012
Facilities: St. John Henry Newman Chapel (Blessed Sacrament), common room for study, game room with piano, kitchen and coffee station, three meeting rooms, auditorium

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Catholic clubs and student life

17 groups and regular activities · 11 on campus, 6 off campus

Faith formation 6

OCIAOff campus
Sundays after the 11:30 AM Mass, about nine months
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults, held at St. Joseph's Church.
nyucatholic.org
NYU Thomistic InstituteOn campus
Student chapter that hosts public lectures on Catholic philosophy and theology, reading groups, and intellectual retreats.
nyucatholic.org
Augustine: Confessions reading groupOn campus
Monthly during the fall 2026 semester
Student-led reading group for graduate and undergraduate students; books provided.
nyucatholic.org
Confirmation preparationOn campus
Registration through October 16; Confirmation Mass November 6, 2026, 5 PM
Catholic students who need Confirmation meet with a chaplain to prepare.
nyucatholic.org
Spiritual directionOn campus
The Dominican chaplains offer spiritual direction by appointment.
nyucatholic.org
Mentorship ProgramOn campus
One semester; fall and spring applications
Pairs sophomores, juniors, and seniors with Catholic young professionals for four mentoring events.
nyucatholic.org

Clubs and groups 4

St. Joseph's Young Professionals GroupOff campus
Parish group for young adults ages 21-35 for faith, fellowship, and service.
nyucatholic.org
Newman ClubOn campus
Thursdays at 7 PM during the semester
Official NYU Catholic undergraduate club, founded in 1894; weekly meetings with socializing, a short talk, and dinner.
nyucatholic.org, nyucatholic.org
The Hound's Head SocietyOn campus
Catholic graduate student association at NYU, open to graduate, law, and medical students, with prayer, study, service, and social events.
nyucatholic.org
FOCUS Bible studiesOn campus
One hour each week
Four FOCUS missionaries serve at the Center; the FOCUS team director places students in weekly student Bible studies.
nyucatholic.org, focus.org, nyucatholic.org

Liturgy and prayer 2

Liturgy of the Hours with the Dominican friarsOff campus
Morning Prayer 8:00 AM daily; Evening Prayer 6:00 PM weekdays
Public Morning and Evening Prayer with the Dominican community at St. Joseph's Church.
nyucatholic.org
NYU NightFireOn campus
Most recently October 2, 2026, 8-10 PM
Evening of meditation, Gregorian chant, and candlelit adoration in the Center's chapel.
nyucatholic.org

Retreats 1

Retreats, lectures, and cultural outingsOff campus
The Center lists guest lectures, social gatherings, retreats, and cultural outings during the academic year.
nyucatholic.org

Service 1

St. Joseph's Street OutreachOff campus
Fridays at 7 PM
Parish group that visits neighbors living on the streets and subways.
stjosephgv.nyc

Social life 2

In Vino VeritasOff campus
Sundays at 7:00 PM, after the 6 PM Mass
Weekly Sunday evening gathering listed on the Hound's Head Society page.
nyucatholic.org
Newman Club social calendarOn campus
Fall 2026: Sept. 10, Sept. 17, Oct. 22, Oct. 29, Nov. 19, Dec. 3, Dec. 10
New Year party, game night, St. John Paul II party, Halloween costume contest, Friendsgiving, gingerbread house contest, and Our Lady of Guadalupe party.
nyucatholic.org

Other 1

Rhapsodic Theatre EnsembleOn campus
Student theatre ensemble inspired by Karol Wojtyla's Rhapsodic Theatre, working with professional artists.
nyucatholic.org

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

Catholic campus ministry

Sources (10)

University Apostolate - Archdiocese of New Yorkarchny.org/university-apostolate · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Catholic Center at NYU 238 Thompson St. New York, NY 10012 Website: nyucatholic.org Phone: (212) 995-3990 Rev. Cassian Derbes, O.P., Chaplain, Director Rev. Vincent Bernhard, O.P, Associate Chaplain chaplain@nyucatholic.org”
The Archdiocese of New York lists the Catholic Center at NYU at 238 Thompson St. as the Catholic campus ministry for New York University, with Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P., as chaplain and director, a phone number, and a chaplain email.
“Catholic Center at NYU 238 Thompson St. New York, NY 10012 Website: nyucatholic.org Phone: (212) 995-3990 Rev. Cassian Derbes, O.P., Chaplain, Director Rev. Vincent Bernhard, O.P, Associate Chaplain chaplain@nyucatholic.org”
The Archdiocese of New York lists the Catholic Center at NYU at 238 Thompson St. as the Catholic campus ministry for New York University, with Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P., as chaplain and director, a phone number, and a chaplain email.
Schools We Serve | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/schools-we-serve · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“The Catholic Center at NYU is the center of Catholic university life for students in New York City. We serve more than 165, 000 students at 21 colleges and universities in NYC.”
The Catholic Center at NYU serves students at 21 New York City colleges and universities, with New York University listed first.
Our Space | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/our-space · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“As a ministry of the Archdiocese of New York, we strive to maintain an atmosphere that reflects our mission.”
The Catholic Center at NYU is a ministry of the Archdiocese of New York.
“The St. John Henry Newman Chapel provides a quiet space to pray and meditate in the presence of the Blessed Sacrament.”
The Catholic Center has its own chapel, where the Blessed Sacrament is reserved.
“The Common Room is located down the hallway from the main entrance to the Catholic Center. This space offers a comfortable place for personal study, reading, chess, and soft conversations.”
The Center has a common room for study.
“Here, we invite students to relax and unwind by socializing with other students, competing in ping pong or foosball, or playing the baby grand piano.”
The Center has a game room with ping pong, foosball, and a piano.
“Attached to the Common Room, you’ll find a spacious kitchen with stoves, ovens, and dishwashers. The coffee station provides drip, pour-over, and expresso coffee.”
The Center has a student kitchen and coffee station.
“The Catholic Center also provides three meeting spaces for the associated clubs and other initiatives of the Catholic Center.”
The Center has three meeting rooms and, per the same page, an auditorium for lectures and dinners.
“The Catholic Center follows the New York University calendar. We are closed for the summer and winter breaks, as well as for any holiday New York University observes when school is in session.”
The Center follows the NYU calendar and closes during summer and winter breaks.
Mass & Confession Times — St. Joseph of Greenwichstjosephgv.nyc/mass-confession-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Saturday Vigil: 5:30PM (Traditional Music) Sunday: 9:00AM (Contemporary Music), 11:30AM (Traditional Music), 6:00PM (Contemporary Music) Weekdays: 12:10PM Saturday: 12:10PM”
St. Joseph's Church lists a Saturday vigil, three Sunday Masses, and 12:10 PM Mass on weekdays and Saturday.
Catholic Center at NYU — St. Joseph of Greenwichstjosephgv.nyc/catholic-center-at-nyu · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“The Catholic Center at NYU is served by the Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph and collaborates with St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.”
The Catholic Center at NYU is staffed by Dominican friars and works with St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
“The Catholic Center at NYU is served by the Dominican Friars of the Province of St. Joseph and collaborates with St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.”
The Catholic Center at NYU is staffed by Dominican friars and works with St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village.
Staff & Board of Advisors | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/staff-board · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“The Dominican directors and chaplains of the center provide Mass and confession throughout the week, time for spiritual direction, and support for the various Catholic student clubs in New York City.”
The Dominican chaplains provide Mass, confession, and spiritual direction throughout the week.
“Fr. Cassian Derbes, O.P. Director and Chaplain Fr. Vincent Bernhard, O.P. Associate Director and Chaplain Shannon Sullivan Operations Manager Christina Lavoie Communications Manager George Murphy FOCUS Missionary Sophie Stewart FOCUS Missionary Landon McDermott FOCUS Missionary Emily-Anne Santiago FOCUS Missionary”
The staff includes two Dominican priest chaplains (director and associate director), two managers, and four FOCUS missionaries.
Campuses - FOCUSfocus.org/about/campuses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Stony Brook University New York University United States Military Academy”
FOCUS lists New York University among the campuses where it serves.
The Newman Club NYU 1894 | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/newman · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“The Newman Club is the official Catholic undergraduate student club at NYU. It is one of the oldest NYU student clubs, founded in 1894.”
The Newman Club is NYU's official Catholic undergraduate club, founded in 1894.
Hound's Head Society | The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org/hounds-head-society · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“The Hound’s Head Society is the Catholic graduate student association at NYU seeks to foster a community in which students can grow in fellowship, intellectual engagement, and their Catholic faith.”
The Hound's Head Society is the Catholic graduate student association at NYU.
The Catholic Center at NYUnyucatholic.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“ADDRESS 238 Thompson St. New York, NY 10012 HOURS Monday-Friday: 11 AM - 9 PM Saturday & Sunday: 1 - 9 PM”
The Catholic Center at NYU is at 238 Thompson St. and is open every day of the week.

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Academic Excellence

100 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score88%
First-year retention 20% of score96%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,520 · ACT 34.5
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score8 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$37,294

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.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	29,760
Total students	57,335
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$37,050
Cost of attendance (per year)	$84,374
Median federal debt at graduation	$20,500
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	88%
First-year retention	96%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$82,509
Admission rate	9%
Students receiving Pell grants	18%

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1520
SAT reading & writing	720–760
SAT math	760–800
ACT composite	34–35
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 64 / 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 New York

The Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks, Archbishop of New York

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Cathedral: St. Patrick's Cathedral

Source: archny.org, archny.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 193900
Carnegie classification: Doctoral university (very high research)
Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
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Is New York University a Catholic college?: No. New York University is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by the Catholic Center at NYU.
What is New York University’s Catholic Life Score?: 94 out of 100 (grade A). It measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes, together with academics.
Where is Mass celebrated at New York University?: Mass is listed at The Catholic Center at NYU (St. John Henry Newman Chapel), 238 Thompson St, St. Joseph's Church in Greenwich Village and 371 Sixth Avenue. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is New York University Compass Recommended?: Yes. New York University meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

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