Is Saint Mary's College a Catholic college?

Yes. Saint Mary's College is a Catholic college in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.

What is Saint Mary's College’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 Saint Mary's College?

Mass is listed at Church of Our Lady of Loretto, Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall, Queen of Heaven Chapel, and Regina North Hall. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Catholic college

Saint Mary's College

LocationNotre Dame, IN
Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 1,518 students

All-female

Official website

Saint Mary's College in Notre Dame, Indiana, is a Catholic, residential women's college founded by the Sisters of the Holy Cross in 1844. Its campus liturgy schedule lists Mass every weekday at the Church of Our Lady of Loretto, evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday, two Sunday Masses, weekly adoration, and twice-weekly priest chaplain hours for confession. General education requires two religious studies and theology courses, one on the Catholic Christian tradition, and one philosophy course.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 7

Sunday10:30 AMChurch of Our Lady of Loretto · During the academic year.
Sunday7:00 PMHoly Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall · During the academic year.
Monday–Friday11:00 AMChurch of Our Lady of Loretto · During the academic year.
Monday9:00 PMQueen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall · During the academic year.
Tuesday9:00 PMOur Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall · During the academic year.
Wednesday9:00 PMSacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall · During the academic year.

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Thursday9:00 PMHoly Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall · During the academic year.

Confession 2

Wednesday3:30 PM–6:30 PMMinistry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center · Priest chaplain drop-in hours (also spiritual direction and pastoral care).
Friday3:00 PM–6:00 PMMinistry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center · Priest chaplain drop-in hours (also spiritual direction and pastoral care).

Adoration 1

Wednesday9:00 AM–4:00 PMHoly Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall · Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, beginning Sept. 9.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 7, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)

Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Regular weekly liturgy schedule begins Monday, August 24, 2026. Sunday 10:30 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 7 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall”
Two Sunday Masses are celebrated on campus during the 2026-27 academic year.
“Regular weekly liturgy schedule begins Monday, August 24, 2026. Sunday 10:30 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 7 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall”
Two Sunday Masses are celebrated on campus during the 2026-27 academic year.
“Monday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Queen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall Tuesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall Wednesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Sacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall Thursday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall Friday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto”
Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
“Monday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Queen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall Tuesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall Wednesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Sacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall Thursday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall Friday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto”
Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
“Monday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Queen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall Tuesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall Wednesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Sacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall Thursday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall Friday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto”
Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
“Monday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Queen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall Tuesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall Wednesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Sacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall Thursday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall Friday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto”
Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
“Monday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Queen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall Tuesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall Wednesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Sacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall Thursday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall Friday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto”
Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
“Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Wednesday 9 am-4 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall, beginning Sept. 9th”
Eucharistic exposition is held weekly on Wednesdays.
“Priest Chaplain Office Hours Drop in times for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, spiritual direction, and pastoral care. Wednesday 3:30-6:30 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center Friday 3-6 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center”
A priest chaplain holds drop-in hours for confession twice a week.
“Priest Chaplain Office Hours Drop in times for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, spiritual direction, and pastoral care. Wednesday 3:30-6:30 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center Friday 3-6 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center”
A priest chaplain holds drop-in hours for confession twice a week.

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Catholic churches nearby

CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›

Church of Our Lady of Loretto — 0.3 mi
Our Lady of Fatima House and Shrine — 0.5 mi
Basilica of the Sacred Heart — 0.9 mi
Little Flower Church — 2.0 mi
St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church — 2.1 mi
Saint Stanislaus Catholic Church — 2.1 mi · 415 North Brookfield Street, South Bend

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.

Sacramental life

77 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (11 AM Monday-Friday at the Church of Our Lady of Loretto, plus 9 PM Monday-Thursday in residence hall chapels.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Monday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Queen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall Tuesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall Wednesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Sacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall Thursday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall Friday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto”
  Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
Yes:
Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Two or more weekend Masses (Sunday 10:30 AM (Church of Our Lady of Loretto) and 7 PM (Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall).)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Regular weekly liturgy schedule begins Monday, August 24, 2026. Sunday 10:30 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 7 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall”
  Two Sunday Masses are celebrated on campus during the 2026-27 academic year.
Partly:
Scheduled confession on campusOne or two scheduled times per week (Priest chaplain drop-in hours for reconciliation Wednesdays 3:30-6:30 PM and Fridays 3-6 PM.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Priest Chaplain Office Hours Drop in times for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, spiritual direction, and pastoral care. Wednesday 3:30-6:30 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center Friday 3-6 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center”
  A priest chaplain holds drop-in hours for confession twice a week.
Partly:
Eucharistic adorationWeekly scheduled adoration (Wednesdays 9 AM-4 PM, Holy Spirit Chapel.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Wednesday 9 am-4 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall, beginning Sept. 9th”
  Eucharistic exposition is held weekly on Wednesdays.
Partly:
Priests serving studentsPart-time or visiting priest (The liturgy schedule lists 'Priest Chaplain Office Hours' twice a week.)
Sources (1)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Priest Chaplain Office Hours Drop in times for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, spiritual direction, and pastoral care. Wednesday 3:30-6:30 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center Friday 3-6 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center”
  A priest chaplain holds drop-in hours for confession twice a week.
Yes:
Chapel open for prayer on campusYes (Exposition in Holy Spirit Chapel on Wednesdays; residence halls include access to a chapel or worship space.)
Sources (2)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Wednesday 9 am-4 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall, beginning Sept. 9th”
  Eucharistic exposition is held weekly on Wednesdays.
2. Living on Campus | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/housing/living-campus · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Access to a chapel or worship space”
  Residence halls provide access to a chapel or worship space.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration12 to 19 times a week (14 weekly times documented: 11 Mass, 2 confession, 1 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).

Theology and core curriculum

74 of 100 points on what we could document.

Partly:
Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsTwo courses (Religious Traditions I and Religious Traditions II.)
Sources (1)
1. General Education at Saint Mary's College | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/academic-degree-graduation-requirements/general-education · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Religious Traditions I (one course) A Saint Mary’s student uses scholarly approaches to gain an informed understanding of diverse religious traditions. Religious Traditions II (one course) A Saint Mary’s student uses scholarly approaches to accurately analyze central aspects of the diverse Catholic Christian tradition.”
  General education requires two religious studies and theology courses, the second on the Catholic Christian tradition.
Yes:
Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)At least one required course is explicitly Catholic theology (Religious Traditions II analyzes central aspects of the Catholic Christian tradition.)
Sources (1)
1. General Education at Saint Mary's College | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/academic-degree-graduation-requirements/general-education · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Religious Traditions I (one course) A Saint Mary’s student uses scholarly approaches to gain an informed understanding of diverse religious traditions. Religious Traditions II (one course) A Saint Mary’s student uses scholarly approaches to accurately analyze central aspects of the diverse Catholic Christian tradition.”
  General education requires two religious studies and theology courses, the second on the Catholic Christian tradition.
Partly:
Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course
Sources (1)
1. General Education at Saint Mary's College | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/academic-degree-graduation-requirements/general-education · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Philosophy (one course) A Saint Mary’s student cultivates the philosophical skills and dispositions necessary for exploring life's biggest questions”
  General education requires one philosophy course.
Yes:
Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionYes, stated in the catalog or core description (General education outcomes are described as aligned with the college's Catholic identity and include a required course on the Catholic Christian tradition; the catalog does not use the phrase 'Catholic intellectual tradition'.)
Sources (1)
1. General Education at Saint Mary's College | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/academic-degree-graduation-requirements/general-education · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The learning outcomes for the General Education Program were derived by the Saint Mary's College faculty, focusing on key knowledge and/or skills gained, as aligned with the college’s mission and identity as a Catholic, women’s, liberal arts institution.”
  The general education program is described as aligned with the college's Catholic identity.
  “Religious Traditions I (one course) A Saint Mary’s student uses scholarly approaches to gain an informed understanding of diverse religious traditions. Religious Traditions II (one course) A Saint Mary’s student uses scholarly approaches to accurately analyze central aspects of the diverse Catholic Christian tradition.”
  General education requires two religious studies and theology courses, the second on the Catholic Christian tradition.
Yes:
Theology or religious studies major offeredYes
Sources (1)
1. Religious Studies and Theology | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/programs/religious-studies · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “A major or minor in Religious Studies and Theology does the following:”
  A major in Religious Studies and Theology is offered.
Not enough information:
Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Campus culture and residence life

85 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)Five or more (8 people listed on the Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry contact page (including farm and sustainability staff; 5 in ministry, liturgy, and justice roles).)
Sources (1)
1. Connect with Us | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/cfam/connect-with-us · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Nicole Labadie Director of the Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry”
  The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry lists eight staff members.
Partly:
Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (A current page lists retreats among ways to get involved. An older retreats page (still online but naming a former director) lists First Year, Busy Person's, Senior, and Encounter retreats; it was not used for the count.)
Sources (1)
1. Faith and Spirituality | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/mission/faith-and-spirituality · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Small groups in your residence hall Vibrant liturgy, worship, and sacramental life that brings an experience of the the divine into the everyday Retreats, reflection, and prayer opportunities”
  Campus ministry offers residence hall small groups and retreats.
Partly:
Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsOne or two (Residence hall small groups and Friends with Sisters.)
Sources (1)
1. Faith and Spirituality | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/mission/faith-and-spirituality · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Small groups in your residence hall Vibrant liturgy, worship, and sacramental life that brings an experience of the the divine into the everyday Retreats, reflection, and prayer opportunities”
  Campus ministry offers residence hall small groups and retreats.
  “Friends with Sisters - be a friend and build relationship one-on-one with a Sister of the Holy Cross”
  Students can join a program pairing them with Sisters of the Holy Cross.
Yes:
Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex residence halls available (Women's college; undergraduate residence halls house women.)
Sources (2)
1. Saint Mary’s College Mission Statement | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/academic-guide-first-year-students/mission-statement · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Saint Mary’s is a Catholic, residential, women’s, liberal arts college offering undergraduate degrees and co-educational graduate programs.”
  Saint Mary's is a residential women's college at the undergraduate level.
2. Living on Campus | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/housing/living-campus · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Before having an overnight guest, students must receive permission from their roommate to host the guest; however, students are not permitted to have overnight male guests. All overnight guests must be female and at least 5 years old.”
  Overnight male guests are not permitted in the residence halls.
Yes:
Overnight guest policy in residence hallsOvernight guests of the opposite sex not permitted (Visitation hours Sun-Thu 10 AM-midnight, Fri-Sat 10 AM-2 AM; overnight guests must be female.)
Sources (1)
1. Living on Campus | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/housing/living-campus · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Before having an overnight guest, students must receive permission from their roommate to host the guest; however, students are not permitted to have overnight male guests. All overnight guests must be female and at least 5 years old.”
  Overnight male guests are not permitted in the residence halls.
Yes:
Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Yes (Weekday evening Masses rotate among residence hall chapels; small faith groups meet in residence halls.)
Sources (3)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Monday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Queen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall Tuesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall Wednesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Sacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall Thursday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall Friday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto”
  Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
2. Faith and Spirituality | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/mission/faith-and-spirituality · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Small groups in your residence hall Vibrant liturgy, worship, and sacramental life that brings an experience of the the divine into the everyday Retreats, reflection, and prayer opportunities”
  Campus ministry offers residence hall small groups and retreats.
3. Living on Campus | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/housing/living-campus · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Access to a chapel or worship space”
  Residence halls provide access to a chapel or worship space.
Yes:
Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes
Sources (2)
1. Molly Gower Named Vice President for Mission | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/news/molly-gower-named-vice-president-mission · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The Vice President for Mission is a joint appointment of the President of the College and the President of the Sisters of the Holy Cross.”
  Saint Mary's has a Vice President for Mission, appointed jointly with the Sisters of the Holy Cross.
2. Faith and Service | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Rooted in the philosophy of education of the Sisters of the Holy Cross, the Division for Mission provides opportunities for faith and action.”
  A Division for Mission oversees spiritual life programs.

Service and Catholic social teaching

75 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Service or volunteer centerYes
Sources (1)
1. Justice and Service | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/mission/justice-and-service · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Serve and work for justice locally and globally through community engagement, advocacy, and immersion experiences.”
  The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry coordinates service, advocacy, and immersion programs.
Partly:
Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumAvailable (courses or programs)
Sources (1)
1. Justice Studies | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/programs/justice-studies · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Experiential and community-based learning provides opportunities to link theory and practice and reflect systematically on how principled approaches to justice can be made effective in the world.”
  Community-based learning is part of the Justice Studies curriculum.
Partly:
Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Offered (course, minor, or center) (Justice Studies minor includes Catholic Social Teaching learning outcome.)
Sources (1)
1. Justice Studies | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/programs/justice-studies · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “A student with a minor in Justice Studies will be able to identify and apply the basic principles of Catholic Social Teaching.”
  The Justice Studies minor includes Catholic social teaching.
Partly:
Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)One (Pregnant and parenting student support (policy, pastoral care, health services). A Belles for Life student group appears only in non-official sources and was not counted.)
Sources (1)
1. Pregnant and Parenting Students | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/student-affairs/pregnant-and-parenting-students · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Any student who becomes pregnant may remain enrolled and will receive the College’s full support.”
  The college publishes support resources for pregnant and parenting students.
  “The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry offers pastoral care and spiritual support for students who are or think they might be pregnant.”
  Campus ministry offers pastoral support to pregnant students.
Yes:
Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)Two or more (Service Break Experiences, CRS Ambassadors, Care for Creation Team.)
Sources (1)
1. Justice and Service | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/mission/justice-and-service · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Service Break Experiences - You’ll have the opportunity to travel domestically and abroad to immerse yourself in a new community while learning about a particular social justice issue.”
  Service break immersion trips are offered.
  “CRS Ambassadors - Build a global perspective as you learn to advocate locally for policies that impact our human family across the world.”
  Students can serve as Catholic Relief Services ambassadors.
  “Care for Creation Team - Come join us at the Sustainable Farm!”
  A care-for-creation team works at the college's Sustainable Farm.
Yes:
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. Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/faith-action-ministry · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry (CFAM) fosters the integration of love of God and neighbor through worship, pastoral ministry, justice, and solidarity.”
  Service and justice programs are run by the campus ministry center.
2. Justice and Service | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/mission/justice-and-service · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Serve and work for justice locally and globally through community engagement, advocacy, and immersion experiences.”
  The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry coordinates service, advocacy, and immersion programs.

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

Strengths

Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses rotating among residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
Sources (1)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Monday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Queen of Heaven Chapel, Regina North Hall Tuesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Our Lady of Wisdom Chapel, McCandless Hall Wednesday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Sacred Heart Chapel, Holy Cross Hall Thursday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto 9 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall Friday 11 am Church of Our Lady of Loretto”
  Mass is celebrated every weekday at 11 AM, with additional evening Masses in residence hall chapels Monday through Thursday.
General education requires two religious studies and theology courses, the second focused on the Catholic Christian tradition.
Sources (1)
1. General Education at Saint Mary's College | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/academic-degree-graduation-requirements/general-education · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Religious Traditions I (one course) A Saint Mary’s student uses scholarly approaches to gain an informed understanding of diverse religious traditions. Religious Traditions II (one course) A Saint Mary’s student uses scholarly approaches to accurately analyze central aspects of the diverse Catholic Christian tradition.”
  General education requires two religious studies and theology courses, the second on the Catholic Christian tradition.
Overnight male guests are not permitted in the residence halls, and visitation hours apply.
Sources (1)
1. Living on Campus | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/housing/living-campus · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Before having an overnight guest, students must receive permission from their roommate to host the guest; however, students are not permitted to have overnight male guests. All overnight guests must be female and at least 5 years old.”
  Overnight male guests are not permitted in the residence halls.
A Vice President for Mission, appointed jointly with the Sisters of the Holy Cross, leads the Division for Mission.
Sources (2)
1. Molly Gower Named Vice President for Mission | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/news/molly-gower-named-vice-president-mission · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The Vice President for Mission is a joint appointment of the President of the College and the President of the Sisters of the Holy Cross.”
  Saint Mary's has a Vice President for Mission, appointed jointly with the Sisters of the Holy Cross.
2. Faith and Service | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Rooted in the philosophy of education of the Sisters of the Holy Cross, the Division for Mission provides opportunities for faith and action.”
  A Division for Mission oversees spiritual life programs.

Concerns

General education requires one philosophy course; many Catholic colleges require two or more.
Sources (1)
1. General Education at Saint Mary's College | 2026-2027 Catalogcatalog.saintmarys.edu/undergraduate/academic-degree-graduation-requirements/general-education · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Philosophy (one course) A Saint Mary’s student cultivates the philosophical skills and dispositions necessary for exploring life's biggest questions”
  General education requires one philosophy course.
Confession is offered during two weekly priest chaplain drop-in periods.
Sources (2)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Priest Chaplain Office Hours Drop in times for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, spiritual direction, and pastoral care. Wednesday 3:30-6:30 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center Friday 3-6 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center”
  A priest chaplain holds drop-in hours for confession twice a week.
2. Connect with Us | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/cfam/connect-with-us · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Nicole Labadie Director of the Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry”
  The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry lists eight staff members.
Eucharistic adoration is scheduled one day a week.
Sources (1)
1. Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament Wednesday 9 am-4 pm Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall, beginning Sept. 9th”
  Eucharistic exposition is held weekly on Wednesdays.

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Campus ministry home

Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry (CFAM)

Address: 204 Student Center, Saint Mary's College, Notre Dame, IN 46556
Location: On campus
Facilities: Ministry Resource Room (1st Floor Student Center)

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Catholic clubs and student life

12 groups and regular activities · 8 on campus, 3 off campus, 1 location not published

Service 5

Beyond the BelleOff campus
Service with peers at South Bend organizations, including Darden Elementary, La Casa de Amistad, St. Margaret's House, Our Lady of the Road and the Center for the Homeless.
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Service Break ExperiencesOff campus
Domestic and international immersion trips focused on a social justice issue.
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Care for Creation TeamOff campus
Students work with the farmer at the college's Sustainable Farm, on a five-acre plot north of campus.
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CRS AmbassadorsOn campus
Students learn to advocate for policies affecting people worldwide, with Catholic Relief Services.
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Food Waste FightersOn campus
Team that works with Dining Services to compost food and donate leftovers to local organizations.
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Faith formation 2

Friends with SistersOn campus
Students are paired one-on-one in friendship with a Sister of the Holy Cross.
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Spiritual guidance and priest chaplain office hoursOn campus
Wednesdays 3:30-6:30 PM; Fridays 3-6 PM
Drop-in hours with a priest chaplain for reconciliation, spiritual direction and pastoral care in the Ministry Resource Room.
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Clubs and groups 1

Residence hall small groupsOn campus
Small faith groups that meet in the residence halls.
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Other 2

Pastoral support for pregnant studentsOn campus
The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry offers pastoral care and spiritual support to students who are or may be pregnant.
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SMC VotesOn campus
CFAM election-engagement program: voter registration, voter education, mobilization and civil discourse.
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Retreats 1

RetreatsOn campus
Campus ministry lists retreats, reflection and prayer opportunities.
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Social life 1

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Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/faith-action-ministry · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry (CFAM) fosters the integration of love of God and neighbor through worship, pastoral ministry, justice, and solidarity.”
Service and justice programs are run by the campus ministry center.
“The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry (CFAM) fosters the integration of love of God and neighbor through worship, pastoral ministry, justice, and solidarity.”
Service and justice programs are run by the campus ministry center.
Connect with Us | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/cfam/connect-with-us · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Nicole Labadie Director of the Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry”
The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry lists eight staff members.
“Office Location 204 Student Center cfam@saintmarys.edu Saint Mary's College Notre Dame, IN 46556”
The Center for Faith, Action, and Ministry office is in 204 Student Center; its email is cfam@saintmarys.edu.
Faith and Spirituality | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/mission/faith-and-spirituality · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Friends with Sisters - be a friend and build relationship one-on-one with a Sister of the Holy Cross”
Students can join a program pairing them with Sisters of the Holy Cross.
Campus Liturgy Schedule | Saint Mary's Collegesaintmarys.edu/spiritual-life/calendar · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Priest Chaplain Office Hours Drop in times for the Sacrament of Reconciliation, spiritual direction, and pastoral care. Wednesday 3:30-6:30 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center Friday 3-6 pm, Ministry Resource Room, 1st Floor Student Center”
A priest chaplain holds drop-in hours for confession twice a week.

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Academic Excellence

83 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score69%
First-year retention 20% of score88%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,246 · ACT 28
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score9 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$16,031

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))

Campus facts

Sports	NCAA Division III · Michigan Intercollegiate Athletic Association
Setting	Suburb
ROTC	Army · Navy · Air Force
Study abroad	Offered
Students per faculty member	9 to 1

Federal data (IPEDS). None of this changes the faith grades.

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)	1,424
Total students	1,518
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$25,292
Cost of attendance (per year)	$66,478
Median federal debt at graduation	$27,000
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	69%
First-year retention	88%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$59,354
Admission rate	76%
Students receiving Pell grants	24%

Admitted students’ middle range:SAT 1130–1325ACT 26–30

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1246
SAT reading & writing	580–680
SAT math	550–645
ACT composite	26–30
Test policy	Considered but not required

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

Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend

The Most Reverend Kevin C. Rhoades, Bishop of Fort Wayne-South Bend

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: diocesefwsb.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 152390
Carnegie classification: Baccalaureate college (arts & sciences)
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Is Saint Mary's College a Catholic college?: Yes. Saint Mary's College is a Catholic college in the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend.
What is Saint Mary's College’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 Saint Mary's College?: Mass is listed at Church of Our Lady of Loretto, Holy Spirit Chapel, Le Mans Hall, Queen of Heaven Chapel, and Regina North Hall. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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