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Catholic college

Saint Peter's University

  • LocationJersey City, NJ
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 3,673 students
  • SponsorSociety of Jesus (Jesuits)
  • TraditionJesuit
Official website

Saint Peter's University is a Jesuit, Catholic university in Jersey City, New Jersey. Campus Ministry offers Mass on Tuesdays and Thursdays in Saint Peter's Chapel and confession by appointment, and refers students to local parishes, including St. Aedan's (described by the university as the Saint Peter's University Church), for Sunday Mass. The core requires one theology course, one philosophy course, and a third course in either field, and Campus Ministry runs four student retreats and a community service program.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 8

  • Tuesday, Thursday12:30 PM–12:55 PMSaint Peter's Chapel, Saint Peter Hall · When classes are in session.
  • Sunday9:00 AMSt. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.
  • Sunday11:00 AMSt. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · Spanish. Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.
  • Sunday1:00 PMSt. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.
  • Saturday9:00 AMSt. Aedan's Parish Center Chapel, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.
  • Saturday5:00 PMSt. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · Saturday evening Mass. Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.
Show 2 more mass times
  • Monday–Friday12:10 PMSt. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.
  • Friday7:00 PMSt. Aedan's Parish Center Chapel, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · Spanish. Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.

Confession 1

  • Friday12:45 PMSt. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.

Adoration 1

  • Friday12:45 PM–1:45 PMSt. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church, 800 Bergen Ave (parish) · First Friday of each month only. Parish church listed by Campus Ministry for Sunday Mass; not on the main campus.

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)
  1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Catholic Lifesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/catholic-life · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Tuesdays and Thursdays when classes are in session, 12:30pm – 12:55pm in Saint Peter’s Chapel, Saint Peter Hall.”
    Weekday Mass is celebrated on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in Saint Peter's Chapel when classes are in session.
  2. St. Aedan's Church | Jersey City, NJstaedans.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
    St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
    “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
    St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
    “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
    St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
    “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
    St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
    “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
    St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
    “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
    St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
    “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
    St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
    “CONFESSION FRIDAY at 12:45 PM”
    St. Aedan's offers confession Fridays at 12:45 PM.
    “EUCHARISTIC ADORATION FIRST FRIDAY of every month, 12:45 to 1:45 PM”
    St. Aedan's has Eucharistic adoration on the first Friday of each month.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of Saint Peter's University, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches0.25 mi0.5 mi1 miSt. Aedan's: 0.2 mi1Saint Aloysius Church: 0.4 mi2Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church: 0.5 mi3Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church: 0.6 mi4Saint Joseph's Catholic Church: 0.8 mi5St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church: 0.8 mi6Office of Campus Ministry (Mission Integration & Ministry): 0.0 miSaint Peter's University (campus)N0.5 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. St. Aedan's — 0.2 mi · 800 Bergen Avenue
  2. Saint Aloysius Church — 0.4 mi · 691 West Side Avenue, Jersey City
  3. Saints Peter and Paul Ukrainian Catholic Church — 0.5 mi
  4. Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church — 0.6 mi
  5. Saint Joseph's Catholic Church — 0.8 mi · 511 Pavonia Avenue, Jersey City
  6. St. John the Baptist Roman Catholic Church — 0.8 mi · 3026 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City

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

57 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic year1–2 weekdays (Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 PM in Saint Peter's Chapel when classes are in session.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Catholic Lifesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/catholic-life · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Tuesdays and Thursdays when classes are in session, 12:30pm – 12:55pm in Saint Peter’s Chapel, Saint Peter Hall.”
      Weekday Mass is celebrated on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in Saint Peter's Chapel when classes are in session.
    2. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Sacred Spacessaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/sacred-spaces · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Here, the community gathers for Mass on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. when classes are in session. The chapel is open throughout the day for personal prayer and reflection.”
      Saint Peter's Chapel is open throughout the day for prayer and hosts the Tuesday and Thursday Masses.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Two or more weekend Masses (St. Aedan's, which the university calls "The Saint Peter's University Church" (800 Bergen Ave, next to campus), has a Saturday 5 PM Mass and three Sunday Masses. Campus Ministry's page also lists two other nearby parishes.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Music Programsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/music-program · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “free evening concerts at St. Aedan’s: The Saint Peter’s University Church (800 Bergen Ave.)”
      St. Aedan's at 800 Bergen Ave is described as the Saint Peter's University Church.
    2. St. Aedan's Church | Jersey City, NJstaedans.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
      St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Scheduled confession on campusLess than weekly, or by appointment only (By appointment with a priest on campus. St. Aedan's parish lists confession Fridays at 12:45 PM.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Catholic Lifesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/catholic-life · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Catholics are welcome to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation—also known as Confession or Penance — with one of the priests on campus. To make an appointment, contact campusministry@saintpeters.edu.”
      Confession on campus is by appointment through Campus Ministry.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Eucharistic adorationOccasional (monthly or seasonal) (St. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church holds adoration on the first Friday of each month.)
    Sources (2)
    1. St. Aedan's Church | Jersey City, NJstaedans.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “EUCHARISTIC ADORATION FIRST FRIDAY of every month, 12:45 to 1:45 PM”
      St. Aedan's has Eucharistic adoration on the first Friday of each month.
    2. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Music Programsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/music-program · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “free evening concerts at St. Aedan’s: The Saint Peter’s University Church (800 Bergen Ave.)”
      St. Aedan's at 800 Bergen Ave is described as the Saint Peter's University Church.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priests serving studentsAt least one full-time priest chaplain (or a resident community of priests serving campus ministry) (Fr. Rocco C. Danzi, S.J., is listed as University Chaplain; the Director of Campus Ministry is a Jesuit scholastic.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Meet Our Teamsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/meet-our-team · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Rocco C. Danzi, S.J. (he/him) University Chaplain rdanzi@saintpeters.edu”
      Fr. Rocco C. Danzi, S.J., is the University Chaplain.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Sacred Spacessaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/sacred-spaces · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Here, the community gathers for Mass on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. when classes are in session. The chapel is open throughout the day for personal prayer and reflection.”
      Saint Peter's Chapel is open throughout the day for prayer and hosts the Tuesday and Thursday Masses.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration12 to 19 times a week (15 weekly times documented: 13 Mass, 1 confession, 1 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
DTheology and core curriculum: Limited (grade D): 40 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and core curriculum

40 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (One theology course (TH-110 or TH-120) is required; the third course may be philosophy or theology; the minimum is one.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - The Core Curriculumsaintpeters.edu/academics/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Philosophy – (3 cr) PL-130 Intro to Philosophy PL-140 Intro to Ethics Theology – (3 cr) TH-110 Religious Faith in the Modern World TH-120 Intro to the Study of Christianity Any 200 or 300-level Philosophy or Theology (3 cr)”
      The core requires one philosophy course, one theology course (TH-110 or TH-120), and one more 200- or 300-level course in either philosophy or theology.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)Catholic theology is one option among several (TH-350 Who Is Jesus Christ?, taught in light of Catholic Tradition and the Magisterium, can fill the additional 200/300-level requirement.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Saint Peter's University - The Core Curriculumsaintpeters.edu/academics/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Philosophy – (3 cr) PL-130 Intro to Philosophy PL-140 Intro to Ethics Theology – (3 cr) TH-110 Religious Faith in the Modern World TH-120 Intro to the Study of Christianity Any 200 or 300-level Philosophy or Theology (3 cr)”
      The core requires one philosophy course, one theology course (TH-110 or TH-120), and one more 200- or 300-level course in either philosophy or theology.
    2. Saint Peter's University - Theology - Coursessaintpeters.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/theology/courses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “TH-110. Religious Faith in the Modern World. 3.00 Credits. A critical inquiry into the possibility, the meaning, and the value of religious faith in the context of modern knowledge and experience. It is conducted from a Judeo-Christian perspective, but in dialogue with the other religious traditions of the world.”
      TH-110 is a general inquiry into religious faith from a Judeo-Christian perspective.
      “TH-120. Intro to the Study of Christianity. 3.00 Credits. A critical reflection on the meaning of the Christian faith as it is set forth in the New Testament, as it is found in the living tradition of the Church”
      TH-120 introduces the Christian faith in the New Testament and the tradition of the Church.
      “A study of the person and significance of Jesus Christ for contemporary Christians in light of Scripture, Catholic Tradition, the Magisterium, and contemporary theologians.”
      TH-350 Who Is Jesus Christ? is taught in light of Catholic Tradition and the Magisterium and can fill the 200/300-level theology option.
    3. Saint Peter's University - Theologysaintpeters.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Here at Saint Peter’s we offer theological study from an ecumenical Christian perspective.”
      The department describes its theological study as ecumenical Christian.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (One philosophy course (PL-130 or PL-140) is required; the third course may be philosophy or theology.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - The Core Curriculumsaintpeters.edu/academics/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Philosophy – (3 cr) PL-130 Intro to Philosophy PL-140 Intro to Ethics Theology – (3 cr) TH-110 Religious Faith in the Modern World TH-120 Intro to the Study of Christianity Any 200 or 300-level Philosophy or Theology (3 cr)”
      The core requires one philosophy course, one theology course (TH-110 or TH-120), and one more 200- or 300-level course in either philosophy or theology.
  • No: No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionNo (The core's stated purpose names the Judeo-Christian value system and Jesuit education, not the Catholic intellectual tradition; the catalog host (catalog.saintpeters.edu) disallows read.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - The Core Curriculumsaintpeters.edu/academics/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The basic purpose of the core is to address issues intrinsic to a humane education through a liberal arts program committed to the pursuit of knowledge in its fundamental unity, intelligently appreciative of a common cultural heritage, conscious of social and moral obligations, and respectful of the traditions of the Judeo-Christian value system and of Jesuit education.”
      The core's stated purpose refers to the Judeo-Christian value system and Jesuit education; it does not name the Catholic intellectual tradition.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Theologysaintpeters.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “As a Department of Theology and Religious Studies at a Jesuit Roman Catholic University, our major and minor in Theology offers students an opportunity to study the various doctrinal, biblical, spiritual, historical, and moral issues that make up the Roman Catholic tradition.”
      A theology major focused on the Roman Catholic tradition is offered.
  • Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
BCampus culture and residence life: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture and residence life

81 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)Five or more (Five ministry staff on the Mission Integration & Ministry team: VP for Mission Integration & Ministry (priest), Director of Campus Ministry, University Chaplain, University Director of Music, and University Jesuit Associate (priest). Diversity, sustainability, grant, and community-service staff are not counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Meet Our Teamsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/meet-our-team · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Rocco C. Danzi, S.J. (he/him) University Chaplain rdanzi@saintpeters.edu”
      Fr. Rocco C. Danzi, S.J., is the University Chaplain.
      “Angelo Jesus Canta, S.J. (he/him) Director of Campus Ministry acanta@saintpeters.edu (201) 761-7396”
      Angelo Jesus Canta, S.J., is Director of Campus Ministry.
      “Fr. James J. Miracky, S.J., Ph.D. (he/him) Vice President for Mission Integration & Ministry jmiracky@saintpeters.edu (201) 761-6018”
      Fr. James J. Miracky, S.J., is Vice President for Mission Integration & Ministry.
      “Joseph Hill (he/him) University Director of Music, jhill3@saintpeters.edu”
      Joseph Hill is University Director of Music.
      “Fr. Luis Tampe, S.J., Ph.D. (he/him) University Jesuit Associate ltampe@saintpeters.edu”
      Fr. Luis Tampe, S.J., is listed on the Mission Integration & Ministry team as University Jesuit Associate.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearFour or more distinct retreats (Opener (first-years), Encounter (all students), Closer (seniors), and the Spiritual Exercises; datesare for 2025-26, the newest schedule published. A fifth retreat (Recenter) is for faculty and staff.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Retreatssaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/retreats · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All retreats are offered free of charge to students, faculty, and staff .”
      Retreats are free to students, faculty, and staff.
      “Opener November 7–9, 2025 This retreat is for all First Year Students.”
      Opener is a retreat for first-year students (November 2025).
      “Encounter January 23–25, 2026 Open to all students, this retreat is for those who are looking to dive deeper, ask bigger questions, and fall more in love with God.”
      Encounter is a retreat open to all students (January 2026).
      “Closer March 27–29, 2026 Seniors, as your time at Saint Peter’s sunsets, get ready for the sunrise of your life as a college graduate.”
      Closer is a retreat for seniors (March 2026).
      “Exercises Advent 2025–Lent 2026 The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, tailored to your particular needs.”
      The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius are offered from Advent to Lent.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsOne or two (Weekly Bible study and the University Schola (liturgical choir); no Catholic student club appears in the student organization directory.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Campus Ministrysaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Bible Study: Students, faculty, and staff are invited to read and reflect on weekly scripture passages. Thursdays when classes are in session, 11:00am – 11:50am in Saint Peter’s Chapel, Saint Peter Hall.”
      A weekly Bible study meets Thursdays in Saint Peter's Chapel.
    2. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Music Programsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/music-program · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Saint Peter’s University Schola is the University’s liturgical choir.”
      The Schola is the university's liturgical choir.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex floors or wings only (Whelan Hall has floors designated by gender. Millennium Hall floors are coed.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Residence Life - Our Residence Hallssaintpeters.edu/residence-life/our-residence-halls · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “With designated floors by gender and a staff of Resident Assistants, Whelan Hall prioritizes comfort, inclusivity, and community”
      Whelan Hall has floors designated by gender.
      “The floors are co-ed, allowing men and women to live on the same floor.”
      Millennium Hall has coed floors.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsVisitation hours or guest limits apply (Guests must leave by 2:00 a.m. overnight guests need advance approval from Residence Life.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Residence Life - Overnight Guest Requestsaintpeters.edu/residence-life/current-students/overnight-guest-request · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Guests are not permitted in any residence hall between the hours of 2:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m. daily. All guests who do not leave the building by 2:00 a.m. will be considered unauthorized overnight guests.”
      Guests must leave residence halls by 2:00 a.m. unless an overnight guest request is approved.
      “Residents wishing to have a guest stay overnight must complete an Overnight Request form with the Office of Residence Life.”
      Overnight guests require advance approval from Residence Life.
  • Not enough information: 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: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes
    Sources (2)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministrysaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Office promotes the formation of students, faculty, staff, and alumni in the University’s Jesuit, Catholic mission and values.”
      The Office of Mission Integration & Ministry is responsible for formation in the university's Jesuit, Catholic mission.
    2. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Meet Our Teamsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/meet-our-team · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. James J. Miracky, S.J., Ph.D. (he/him) Vice President for Mission Integration & Ministry jmiracky@saintpeters.edu (201) 761-6018”
      Fr. James J. Miracky, S.J., is Vice President for Mission Integration & Ministry.
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: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Community Servicesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/community-service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Our Jesuit tradition informs our students’ commitment to service and progressive activism. Through Campus Ministry’s community service program, students have a wide array of volunteer opportunities to serve those in our community that are most in need.”
      Campus Ministry runs the community service program, framed by the Jesuit tradition.
      “Erich Sekel Director of Community Service (201) 761-7395”
      The community service program has a director.
  • Partly: 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) (TH-206 Christian Social Thought requires 15-20 hours of community service.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Theology - Coursessaintpeters.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/theology/courses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The course will adopt a service learning approach and as such will examine the origins of the Christian ethical ideals of philanthropy, community service, and love as they relate to issues of social justice and the common good. Consequently, students will be required to engage in 15-20 hours of philanthropic community-service activities”
      TH-206 Christian Social Thought is a service-learning course on Christian social thought, social justice, and the common good.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Offered (course, minor, or center) (TH-206 Christian Social Thought covers Christian social thought, social justice, and the common good.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Theology - Coursessaintpeters.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/theology/courses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The course will adopt a service learning approach and as such will examine the origins of the Christian ethical ideals of philanthropy, community service, and love as they relate to issues of social justice and the common good. Consequently, students will be required to engage in 15-20 hours of philanthropic community-service activities”
      TH-206 Christian Social Thought is a service-learning course on Christian social thought, social justice, and the common good.
  • Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: 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 Kitchen meals for food-insecure residents, the Food Pantry and Clothes Closet, and Rebuilding Together service for low-income homes.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Community Servicesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/community-service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “recovers unused excess food from cafeterias and dining halls and repackages it into healthy meals to be delivered to people in Hudson County who are food insecure. Shifts occur in the afternoon on Monday through Friday, 2:30-5pm.”
      The Campus Kitchen delivers meals to food-insecure people in Hudson County, with weekday shifts.
      “Saint Peter’s maintains a Food Pantry and Clothes Closet on the 2nd floor of the MacMahon Student Center.”
      The university runs a Food Pantry and Clothes Closet.
      “Rebuilding Together Jersey City – painting and landscaping low-income homes.”
      Service events include Rebuilding Together Jersey City for low-income homes.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Catholic mission (run with campus ministry or the mission office, or framed by Catholic social teaching)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Community Servicesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/community-service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Our Jesuit tradition informs our students’ commitment to service and progressive activism. Through Campus Ministry’s community service program, students have a wide array of volunteer opportunities to serve those in our community that are most in need.”
      Campus Ministry runs the community service program, framed by the Jesuit tradition.

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

Strengths

  • Campus Ministry offers four retreats for students during the year, free of charge.
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Retreatssaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/retreats · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All retreats are offered free of charge to students, faculty, and staff .”
      Retreats are free to students, faculty, and staff.
      “Opener November 7–9, 2025 This retreat is for all First Year Students.”
      Opener is a retreat for first-year students (November 2025).
      “Encounter January 23–25, 2026 Open to all students, this retreat is for those who are looking to dive deeper, ask bigger questions, and fall more in love with God.”
      Encounter is a retreat open to all students (January 2026).
      “Closer March 27–29, 2026 Seniors, as your time at Saint Peter’s sunsets, get ready for the sunrise of your life as a college graduate.”
      Closer is a retreat for seniors (March 2026).
      “Exercises Advent 2025–Lent 2026 The Spiritual Exercises of Saint Ignatius of Loyola, tailored to your particular needs.”
      The Spiritual Exercises of St. Ignatius are offered from Advent to Lent.
  • A Vice President for Mission Integration & Ministry leads an office responsible for formation in the university's Jesuit, Catholic mission.
    Sources (2)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministrysaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Office promotes the formation of students, faculty, staff, and alumni in the University’s Jesuit, Catholic mission and values.”
      The Office of Mission Integration & Ministry is responsible for formation in the university's Jesuit, Catholic mission.
    2. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Meet Our Teamsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/meet-our-team · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. James J. Miracky, S.J., Ph.D. (he/him) Vice President for Mission Integration & Ministry jmiracky@saintpeters.edu (201) 761-6018”
      Fr. James J. Miracky, S.J., is Vice President for Mission Integration & Ministry.
  • Campus Ministry runs a community service program that includes a Campus Kitchen and a food pantry and clothes closet.
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Community Servicesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/community-service · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Our Jesuit tradition informs our students’ commitment to service and progressive activism. Through Campus Ministry’s community service program, students have a wide array of volunteer opportunities to serve those in our community that are most in need.”
      Campus Ministry runs the community service program, framed by the Jesuit tradition.
      “recovers unused excess food from cafeterias and dining halls and repackages it into healthy meals to be delivered to people in Hudson County who are food insecure. Shifts occur in the afternoon on Monday through Friday, 2:30-5pm.”
      The Campus Kitchen delivers meals to food-insecure people in Hudson County, with weekday shifts.
      “Saint Peter’s maintains a Food Pantry and Clothes Closet on the 2nd floor of the MacMahon Student Center.”
      The university runs a Food Pantry and Clothes Closet.

Concerns

  • Students are referred to local parishes.
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Catholic Lifesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/catholic-life · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Tuesdays and Thursdays when classes are in session, 12:30pm – 12:55pm in Saint Peter’s Chapel, Saint Peter Hall.”
      Weekday Mass is celebrated on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12:30 p.m. in Saint Peter's Chapel when classes are in session.
      “Sunday Masses Check the links below for Sunday Mass times at local parishes: Saint Aedan, 800 Bergen Ave Saint Joseph, 511 Pavonia Ave Saint John the Baptist, 3026 Kennedy Blvd”
      For Sunday Mass, Campus Ministry refers students to three local parishes, beginning with Saint Aedan's at 800 Bergen Ave.
  • Confession on campus is by appointment only.
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Catholic Lifesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/catholic-life · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Catholics are welcome to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation—also known as Confession or Penance — with one of the priests on campus. To make an appointment, contact campusministry@saintpeters.edu.”
      Confession on campus is by appointment through Campus Ministry.
  • The core requires one theology course, and neither of the two introductory options is described as Catholic theology.
    Sources (2)
    1. Saint Peter's University - The Core Curriculumsaintpeters.edu/academics/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Philosophy – (3 cr) PL-130 Intro to Philosophy PL-140 Intro to Ethics Theology – (3 cr) TH-110 Religious Faith in the Modern World TH-120 Intro to the Study of Christianity Any 200 or 300-level Philosophy or Theology (3 cr)”
      The core requires one philosophy course, one theology course (TH-110 or TH-120), and one more 200- or 300-level course in either philosophy or theology.
    2. Saint Peter's University - Theology - Coursessaintpeters.edu/academics/undergraduate-programs/theology/courses · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “TH-110. Religious Faith in the Modern World. 3.00 Credits. A critical inquiry into the possibility, the meaning, and the value of religious faith in the context of modern knowledge and experience. It is conducted from a Judeo-Christian perspective, but in dialogue with the other religious traditions of the world.”
      TH-110 is a general inquiry into religious faith from a Judeo-Christian perspective.
      “TH-120. Intro to the Study of Christianity. 3.00 Credits. A critical reflection on the meaning of the Christian faith as it is set forth in the New Testament, as it is found in the living tradition of the Church”
      TH-120 introduces the Christian faith in the New Testament and the tradition of the Church.
  • The core requires one philosophy course.
    Sources (1)
    1. Saint Peter's University - The Core Curriculumsaintpeters.edu/academics/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Philosophy – (3 cr) PL-130 Intro to Philosophy PL-140 Intro to Ethics Theology – (3 cr) TH-110 Religious Faith in the Modern World TH-120 Intro to the Study of Christianity Any 200 or 300-level Philosophy or Theology (3 cr)”
      The core requires one philosophy course, one theology course (TH-110 or TH-120), and one more 200- or 300-level course in either philosophy or theology.

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Campus ministry home

Office of Campus Ministry (Mission Integration & Ministry)

  • Address: 2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07306
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: Campus Ministry office (Mac Mahon Student Center 105), Saint Peter's Chapel (Saint Peter's Hall), Manresa Prayer Space (Mac Mahon Student Center 114)

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Catholic clubs and student life

14 groups and regular activities · 9 on campus, 2 off campus, 3 location not published

Service 4

  • Junkyard DogsOff campus
    Monthly
    Service group cleaning Jersey City streets.
  • Community service eventsOff campus
    Campus Ministry service events including Rebuilding Together Jersey City and Hillside Foodbank visits.
  • Campus KitchenOn campus
    Monday-Friday 2:30-5 PM
    Students repackage surplus dining food into meals delivered to food-insecure people in Hudson County.
  • Food Pantry and Clothes ClosetOn campus
    Pantry and clothes closet in the Mac Mahon Student Center for students and, monthly, the public.

Faith formation 3

  • Bible StudyOn campus
    Thursdays 11:00-11:50 AM when classes are in session
    Weekly reading and reflection on Scripture in Saint Peter's Chapel.
  • OCIA and sacramental preparationOn campus
    Preparation for baptism, confirmation, and Eucharist, adapted to each person.
  • Spiritual care and vocation discernmentOn campus
    One-on-one conversations with the Director of Campus Ministry, including discernment of priesthood and religious life.

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • Liturgical ministryOn campus
    Students serve as lectors, eucharistic ministers, altar servers, and musicians at weekday and special Masses.
  • Saint Peter's University ScholaOn campus
    The university's liturgical choir.

Retreats 4

  • Spiritual Exercises of St. IgnatiusOn campus
    Advent through Lent
    The Spiritual Exercises adapted to individual needs.
  • Opener Retreat
    November (2025: November 7-9)
    Weekend retreat for first-year students; location not stated.
  • Encounter Retreat
    January (2026: January 23-25)
    Weekend retreat open to all students; location not stated.
  • Closer Retreat
    March (2026: March 27-29)
    Weekend retreat for seniors; location not stated.

Social life 1

  • HospitalityOn campus
    Wednesdays 9:30-11:00 AM when classes are in session
    Free coffee, donuts, and conversation in the Campus Ministry office.

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 (6)
  1. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Meet Our Teamsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/meet-our-team · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Angelo Jesus Canta, S.J. (he/him) Director of Campus Ministry acanta@saintpeters.edu (201) 761-7396”
    Angelo Jesus Canta, S.J., is Director of Campus Ministry.
  2. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Catholic Lifesaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/catholic-life · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Rooted in an intimate love of Jesus Christ and his Church, Catholic Life at Saint Peter’s serves to promote the Jesuit, Catholic identity of the University”
    Campus Ministry's Catholic Life program promotes the university's Jesuit, Catholic identity.
  3. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Music Programsaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/music-program · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “free evening concerts at St. Aedan’s: The Saint Peter’s University Church (800 Bergen Ave.)”
    St. Aedan's at 800 Bergen Ave is described as the Saint Peter's University Church.
  4. St. Aedan's Church | Jersey City, NJstaedans.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “SUNDAY 9 AM (English) 11 AM (Spanish) 1 PM (English) SATURDAY 9:00 AM (English) at the Parish Center Chapel 5:00 PM (English) MONDAY to FRIDAY 12:10 PM (English) 7:00 PM (Spanish) on Friday at the Parish Center Chapel.”
    St. Aedan's lists Sunday Masses at 9 AM, 11 AM (Spanish), and 1 PM; Saturday 9 AM and 5 PM; weekdays 12:10 PM; and Friday 7 PM (Spanish).
  5. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Sacred Spacessaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/sacred-spaces · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Office of Campus Ministry Mac Mahon Student Center 105”
    The Campus Ministry office is in Mac Mahon Student Center 105.
    “Saint Peter’s Chapel Saint Peter’s Hall, Corner of Kennedy Blvd and Glenwood Ave”
    Saint Peter's Chapel is in Saint Peter's Hall at Kennedy Blvd and Glenwood Ave.
    “Named for the famous cave where Saint Ignatius spent time after his conversion, this room is designed for prayer across many diff erent religious and spiritual traditions.”
    The Manresa Prayer Space is a multifaith prayer room in the student center.
  6. Saint Peter's University - Mission Integration and Ministry - Campus Ministrysaintpeters.edu/mission-integration-and-ministry/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard Jersey City, NJ 07306”
    The university's address is 2641 John F. Kennedy Boulevard, Jersey City, NJ 07306.

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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.
64 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.58%
  • 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.12 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$7,315

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

SportsNCAA Division I · Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference
SettingCity
Study abroadOffered
Students per faculty member12 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)
2,101
Total students3,673
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$12,199
Cost of attendance (per year)$50,272
Median federal debt at graduation$20,500
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
58%
First-year retention72%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$57,815
Admission rate90%
Students receiving Pell grants52%

Value index: 69 / 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 Newark

His Eminence Cardinal Joseph W. Tobin, Archbishop of Newark

Formal address: “Your Eminence”

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

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About this school’s data

  • IPEDS unit ID 186432
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger 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 Saint Peter's University a Catholic college?
Yes. Saint Peter's University is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Newark. Its sponsor is Society of Jesus (Jesuits).
What is Saint Peter's University’s Compass Score?
64 out of 100 (grade C). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at Saint Peter's University?
Mass is listed at Saint Peter's Chapel, Saint Peter Hall, St. Aedan's: The Saint Peter's University Church, 800 Bergen Ave (parish), St. Aedan's Parish Center Chapel, and 800 Bergen Ave (parish). Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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