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Catholic college

University of Dallas

  • LocationIrving, TX
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 2,182 students
  • SponsorSisters of Saint Mary of Namur (founders)

The University of Dallas in Irving, Texas, was founded in 1955 by the Sisters of Saint Mary of Namur. Its on-campus Church of the Incarnation lists Mass twice each weekday during the academic year, a Saturday vigil and three Sunday Masses, and confession four days a week, and Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa is Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry, which also hosts FOCUS missionaries. All undergraduates take a 19-course core that includes two theology and three philosophy courses and readings such as Rerum Novarum and Centesimus Annus.

Mass, confession, and adoration

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Mass 7

  • Monday–Friday12:05 PMChurch of the Incarnation
  • Monday–Friday5:00 PMChurch of the Incarnation · Academic year only.
  • Saturday12:05 PMChurch of the Incarnation · Academic year only.
  • Saturday5:00 PMChurch of the Incarnation · Anticipatory (Sunday vigil) Mass.
  • Sunday9:00 AMChurch of the Incarnation
  • Sunday11:00 AMChurch of the Incarnation
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  • Sunday7:00 PMChurch of the Incarnation · Academic year only.

Confession 2

  • Wednesday, Saturday10:15 AM–11:45 AMChurch of the Incarnation · In summer, Wednesday and Saturday 11:00 AM-12:00 PM.
  • Thursday, Friday10:15 AM–11:45 AMChurch of the Incarnation · Academic year only.

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 8, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)
  1. Mass Times - Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/mass_times.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
    The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
    “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
    The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
    “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
    The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
    “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
    The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
    “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
    The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
    “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
    The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
    “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
    The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
    “Sacrament of Reconciliation | Confession Times | Wednesday | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Thursday* | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Friday* | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Saturday | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | *During the academic year only”
    Confession is scheduled Wednesday and Saturday, plus Thursday and Friday during the academic year, 10:15-11:45 AM.
    “Sacrament of Reconciliation | Confession Times | Wednesday | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Thursday* | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Friday* | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Saturday | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | *During the academic year only”
    Confession is scheduled Wednesday and Saturday, plus Thursday and Friday during the academic year, 10:15-11:45 AM.

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Catholic churches nearby

Map of University of Dallas, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miChurch of the Incarnation: 0.1 mi1Cistercian Monastery - Our Lady of Dallas Chapel: 0.6 mi2Saint Basil the Great Byzantine Catholic Church: 1.8 mi3Mater Dei Catholic Church: 2.5 mi4University of Dallas (campus)N2 mi
CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Church of the Incarnation — 0.1 mi · 1809 Maher Lane, Irving
  2. Cistercian Monastery - Our Lady of Dallas Chapel — 0.6 mi · 3550 Cistercian Road, Irving
  3. Saint Basil the Great Byzantine Catholic Church — 1.8 mi · 1118 East Union Bower Road, Irving
  4. Mater Dei Catholic Church — 2.5 mi · 2030 East State Highway 356, Irving

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

Faith scorecard

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

ASacramental life: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

86 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (Mass Monday-Friday at 12:05 PM in the Church of the Incarnation, plus 5:00 PM during the academic year.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Mass Times - Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/mass_times.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
      The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
    2. Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Here, in the heart of the University of Dallas, something real happens. Daily Mass. Confession. Adoration.”
      The Church of the Incarnation on campus offers daily Mass, confession, and adoration.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Two or more weekend Masses (Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass and Sunday 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year). The Saturday 12:05 PM Mass is not a vigil and is not counted.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass Times - Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/mass_times.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
      The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Scheduled confession on campusThree or more scheduled times per week (During the academic year confession is scheduled Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday, 10:15-11:45 AM (four times a week); in summer, Wednesday and Saturday.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass Times - Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/mass_times.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sacrament of Reconciliation | Confession Times | Wednesday | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Thursday* | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Friday* | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Saturday | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | *During the academic year only”
      Confession is scheduled Wednesday and Saturday, plus Thursday and Friday during the academic year, 10:15-11:45 AM.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Eucharistic adorationOccasional (monthly or seasonal) (The Church of the Incarnation page lists adoration among its offerings. The St. Thomas Aquinas Eucharistic Chapel is open 24 hours a day (S6).)
    Sources (1)
    1. Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Here, in the heart of the University of Dallas, something real happens. Daily Mass. Confession. Adoration.”
      The Church of the Incarnation on campus offers daily Mass, confession, and adoration.
  • 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. Jerónimo Espinosa is Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Staff & Office Information - Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa Chaplain and Director Phone: 972-721-5080 (direct) E-Mail: chaplain@udallas.edu | | Madison Brinkman Campus Minister Phone: 972-721-5165 (direct) E-Mail: mbrinkman@udallas.edu”
      Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa is Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry; Madison Brinkman is Campus Minister.
    2. Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa - Chaplain E-Mail: chaplain@udallas.edu Direct Line: 972-721-5080 | | | | Rosemary Crocker - Liturgical Coordinator E-Mail: liturgy.church@udallas.edu | | Eric Lewis - Music Director E-Mail: erlewis@udallas.edu”
      Church staff include Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa (Chaplain), Rosemary Crocker (Liturgical Coordinator), and Eric Lewis (Music Director).
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes (The Church of the Incarnation and its St. Thomas Aquinas Eucharistic Chapel are open 24 hours a day for prayer.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Deepening Your Faith - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/our-catholic-faith/deepening-faith.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students attend religious service on campus at the 500-seat Church of the Incarnation, which houses our St. Thomas Aquinas Eucharistic Chapel. Because it is centrally located and open 24 hours per day, you’re never more than a brief walk away from a quiet haven for prayer and reflection any time of the day or night.”
      The on-campus Church of the Incarnation, with the St. Thomas Aquinas Eucharistic Chapel, is open 24 hours a day for prayer.
  • 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 (19 weekly times documented: 15 Mass, 4 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
ATheology and core curriculum: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and core curriculum

93 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 studentsTwo courses (Six credits: Understanding the Bible (THE 1310) and Western Theological Tradition (THE 2311), required of all undergraduates.)
    Sources (3)
    1. The Core Curriculum | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/constantin-college-of-liberal-arts/requirements-for-the-bachelor-of-arts-and-bachelor-of-science-degrees/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All students must complete six credits in Theology for the undergraduate degree. Ordinarily, this requirement will be satisfied by Understanding the Bible, Theology 1310, and Western Theological Tradition, Theology 2311.”
      All undergraduates take six credits (two courses) of theology: Understanding the Bible and Western Theological Tradition.
    2. Theology | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/constantin-college-of-liberal-arts/constantin-academic-programs/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “It provides two core curriculum courses required of all undergraduates, Understanding the Bible, Theology 1310 and Western Theological Tradition, Theology 2311; electives for those who wish to pursue further theological knowledge; and an undergraduate major in Theology”
      The Theology Department teaches the two required core theology courses and offers an undergraduate major in theology.
    3. The Core Curriculum at the University of Dallasudallas.edu/academics/core-curriculum/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Core Curriculum is a shared sequence taken by all undergraduates that consists of 19 courses”
      All undergraduates take the 19-course core.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)At least one required course is explicitly Catholic theology (The two required core theology courses are taught by the Theology Department, whose stated mission is the recovery and renewal of the Catholic theological tradition in harmony with the Magisterium.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/constantin-college-of-liberal-arts/constantin-academic-programs/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “It provides two core curriculum courses required of all undergraduates, Understanding the Bible, Theology 1310 and Western Theological Tradition, Theology 2311; electives for those who wish to pursue further theological knowledge; and an undergraduate major in Theology”
      The Theology Department teaches the two required core theology courses and offers an undergraduate major in theology.
      “The department’s mission is the recovery and renewal of the Catholic theological tradition and of pastoral practice, in harmony with the Magisterium”
      The Theology Department states that its mission is the Catholic theological tradition, in harmony with the Magisterium.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsThree or more courses (Nine credits: Philosophy 1301, 2323, and 3311 (Philosophy and the Ethical Life, The Human Person, Philosophy of Being).)
    Sources (2)
    1. The Core Curriculum | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/constantin-college-of-liberal-arts/requirements-for-the-bachelor-of-arts-and-bachelor-of-science-degrees/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All students must take 9 credits in philosophy. Normally, the program in philosophy is Philosophy 1301, 2323 and 3311.”
      All undergraduates take nine credits (three courses) of philosophy.
    2. The Core Curriculum at the University of Dallasudallas.edu/academics/core-curriculum/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Core Curriculum is a shared sequence taken by all undergraduates that consists of 19 courses”
      All undergraduates take the 19-course core.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionYes, stated in the catalog or core description (The catalog's core description says the core is designed to foster a mature understanding of the Catholic faith, with the Christian intellectual tradition as an essential element.)
    Sources (1)
    1. The Core Curriculum | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/constantin-college-of-liberal-arts/requirements-for-the-bachelor-of-arts-and-bachelor-of-science-degrees/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “It is designed to foster the student’s pursuit of wisdom through formation in intellectual and moral excellence, to foster a mature understanding of the Catholic faith and to encourage a responsible concern for shaping contemporary society.”
      The core curriculum is designed in part to foster a mature understanding of the Catholic faith.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredYes (Bachelor of Arts in Theology.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/constantin-college-of-liberal-arts/constantin-academic-programs/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “It provides two core curriculum courses required of all undergraduates, Understanding the Bible, Theology 1310 and Western Theological Tradition, Theology 2311; electives for those who wish to pursue further theological knowledge; and an undergraduate major in Theology”
      The Theology Department teaches the two required core theology courses and offers an undergraduate major in theology.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsYes (The 2025-26 catalog states that Campus Ministry programming uses Ex Corde Ecclesiae (with the bishops' Empowered by the Spirit) as its parameters; the Serving Others page also quotes Ex Corde Ecclesiae.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/campus-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Programming in the Office of Campus Ministry uses as its parameters two documents of the Catholic Church: Empowered by the Spirit, a pastoral letter of the National Conference of Catholic Bishops (now the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops) and Ex Corde Ecclesiae”
      The catalog states that Campus Ministry programming uses Ex Corde Ecclesiae as one of its two governing documents.
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

83 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 (5: Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa (Chaplain and Director), Madison Brinkman (Campus Minister), Rosemary Crocker (Liturgical Coordinator), Eric Lewis (Music Director), and Deacon Ryan Sales. Five FOCUS missionaries are also listed on the Campus Ministry staff page but are not counted; the business manager and sexton are not counted.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Staff & Office Information - Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa Chaplain and Director Phone: 972-721-5080 (direct) E-Mail: chaplain@udallas.edu | | Madison Brinkman Campus Minister Phone: 972-721-5165 (direct) E-Mail: mbrinkman@udallas.edu”
      Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa is Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry; Madison Brinkman is Campus Minister.
      “FOCUS Missionaries at UDallas The Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) is dedicated to inspiring and equipping Catholic college students”
      FOCUS missionaries serve at the University of Dallas and are listed with the Campus Ministry staff.
    2. Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa - Chaplain E-Mail: chaplain@udallas.edu Direct Line: 972-721-5080 | | | | Rosemary Crocker - Liturgical Coordinator E-Mail: liturgy.church@udallas.edu | | Eric Lewis - Music Director E-Mail: erlewis@udallas.edu”
      Church staff include Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa (Chaplain), Rosemary Crocker (Liturgical Coordinator), and Eric Lewis (Music Director).
    3. Sacraments - Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/sacraments.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa and Deacon Ryan Sales are available to perform baptisms.”
      A deacon, Ryan Sales, also serves the Church of the Incarnation.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (Three retreats: Genesis (freshmen and transfers; 2026 registration open), Winter Retreat (all students), and Exodus (seniors). The 2025-26 catalog also names a spring Crusader Awakening retreat, possibly an earlier name for the Winter Retreat; it is not counted separately.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Retreats, Pilgrimages, and Missions - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/retreats/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Genesis Retreat - Freshmen/Transfer Students All Freshmen and Transfer Students are invited to enjoy a weekend away with your new friends and prepare yourself spiritually for the year!”
      The Genesis Retreat is a weekend retreat for freshmen and transfer students.
      “Winter Retreat - All undergraduate and graduate students All undergraduate and graduate students are invited to enjoy a weekend away.”
      The Winter Retreat is a weekend retreat open to all students.
      “EXODUS Retreat - Seniors In the craziness of exams, career decisions, and the logistics of family attending the various”
      The Exodus Retreat is for seniors.
      “We are currently accepting registrations for the 2026 Genesis Retreat.”
      Registration is open for the 2026 Genesis Retreat.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsThree or more (Woman of the Word, FOCUS Bible studies, Knights of Columbus UD Council, A League of Her Own, Blessed is She, Rosary Club, Society of St. Joseph, RCIA, and a Thomistic Institute chapter.)
    Sources (4)
    1. Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “From Woman of the Word and the Kgnight of Colombus to FOCUS Bible studies, retreats, weekly service outings, and the Leader Formation program, there is a place for you here.”
      Campus Ministry lists Woman of the Word, the Knights of Columbus, FOCUS Bible studies, retreats, weekly service outings, and a Leader Formation program.
    2. Ministries - Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/programs.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Woman of the Word is a weekly gathering for women to grow in faith, friendship, and formation through Scripture, discussion, and shared life.”
      Woman of the Word meets weekly for women's faith formation.
      “Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA) Are you interested in becoming Catholic or finding out more about the Catholic Church?”
      Campus Ministry offers RCIA.
    3. Our Catholic Faith - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/our-catholic-faith/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “A League of Her Own: A women’s group centered on community, growth and Catholic identity. Blessed is She: A women’s ministry focused on faith and fellowship. Rosary Club - A student group that regularly prays the rosary and creates tie-knot rosaries.”
      Student faith groups include A League of Her Own, Blessed is She, and the Rosary Club.
      “Society of St. Joseph - A men’s group focused on practicing cardinal virtues through brotherly accountability”
      The Society of St. Joseph is a men's faith group.
    4. Student Clubs and Organizations - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/clubs-organizations/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Knights of Columbus UD Council The Knights of Columbus Council exists to promote the moral, intellectual, and spiritual development”
      The club directory lists a Knights of Columbus UD Council.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex residence halls available (The traditional-style halls (Madonna, Catherine, Theresa, O'Connell, Gregory, Jerome) are single-sex. Augustine and Clark Halls are coed.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Residence Halls - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/housing-dining/residence-life/residence-halls.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All halls and rooms are non-smoking. Traditional-style halls are single gender. The following is a description of each hall: Jerome Hall: Jerome Hall is a male dorm.”
      The traditional-style residence halls are single-sex (e.g., Jerome Hall is a men's hall).
    2. Housing | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/campus-life/housing · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Office of Student Affairs designates residential areas, such as residential buildings, floors, halls, suites, and rooms, as single-sex. Except as otherwise permitted by University Policy, areas that have been designated as single-sex are limited to members of the designated sex and members of the opposite sex are prohibited from being present in those areas. The Office of Student Affairs typically designates certain times of the day and/or week when members of the opposite sex may be present in single-sex designated buildings, floors, halls, suites, or rooms.”
      Residential areas are designated single-sex; members of the opposite sex may be present only at designated times of the day or week.
  • 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 (The 2025-26 catalog says residential areas are single-sex and members of the opposite sex may be present only at designated times of the day or week, with doors open.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Housing | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/campus-life/housing · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Office of Student Affairs designates residential areas, such as residential buildings, floors, halls, suites, and rooms, as single-sex. Except as otherwise permitted by University Policy, areas that have been designated as single-sex are limited to members of the designated sex and members of the opposite sex are prohibited from being present in those areas. The Office of Student Affairs typically designates certain times of the day and/or week when members of the opposite sex may be present in single-sex designated buildings, floors, halls, suites, or rooms.”
      Residential areas are designated single-sex; members of the opposite sex may be present only at designated times of the day or week.
  • 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.
  • 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.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityNot enough information: not found in official sources.
AService and Catholic social teaching: Strong (grade A): 85 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

91 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (Campus Ministry, a staffed office, organizes weekly service outings, volunteer opportunities in Dallas-Fort Worth, and Alternative Spring Break.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Serving In The Community - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/serving-others/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Campus Ministry offers a variety of activities and other ways for students to get involved in the University of Dallas community, including volunteer opportunities to serve those in need in the DFW community.”
      Campus Ministry organizes volunteer opportunities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
    2. Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “From Woman of the Word and the Kgnight of Colombus to FOCUS Bible studies, retreats, weekly service outings, and the Leader Formation program, there is a place for you here.”
      Campus Ministry lists Woman of the Word, the Knights of Columbus, FOCUS Bible studies, retreats, weekly service outings, and a Leader Formation program.
    3. Ministries - Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/programs.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Alternative Spring Break mission trips are built on the four cornerstones of community, simplicity, service, and prayer.”
      Campus Ministry runs Alternative Spring Break mission trips.
  • 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.
    Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Part of the required core (The core's Great Books, which every student reads, include Rerum Novarum and Centesimus Annus. Campus Ministry also teaches Catholic Social Teaching through Alternative Spring Break and Mercy Crew.)
    Sources (1)
    1. The Great Books of the Core Curriculum at the University of Dallasudallas.edu/academics/core-curriculum/books.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The foundation of the Core is the Great Books; each student engages primary texts written by the most influential authors of western tradition.”
      Every student reads the Great Books listed for the core.
      “Economics Adam Smith "An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations" (selections) Pope John Paul II "Centesimus Annus"”
      The core's economics readings include Centesimus Annus.
      “Pope Leo XIII "Rerum Novarum"”
      The core's history readings include Rerum Novarum.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)One (Crusaders for Life, a pro-life club sponsored by Campus Ministry.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Serving In The Community - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/serving-others/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Actively practice your commitment to defending life from conception to natural death by joining Crusaders for Life, one of four clubs sponsored by Campus Ministry.”
      Campus Ministry sponsors Crusaders for Life, a pro-life club.
    2. Our Catholic Faith - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/our-catholic-faith/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Crusaders for Life – A student-led pro-life club.”
      Crusaders for Life is a student-led pro-life club.
    3. Student Clubs and Organizations - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/clubs-organizations/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “CFL members are pro-life student leaders who believe that human life begins at conception”
      Crusaders for Life is a pro-life student organization in the club directory.
  • 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 (Alternative Spring Break, the Calcutta mission trip with the Missionaries of Charity, the Dallas Refugee Project, Mission Youth's monthly missions to the homeless, and the Little Flowers' Gardening Club (care for creation).)
    Sources (3)
    1. Serving In The Community - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/serving-others/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Since 1994, groups of UD students have been spending their annual rite of spring helping communities across the country while experiencing, discussing and understanding significant social issues through our Alternative Spring Break program.”
      Alternative Spring Break has sent students to serve communities and study social issues since 1994.
      “The Dallas Refugee Project is a student-run 501(c)3 non-profit, focused on serving Dallas refugees with empathy, understanding, and respect.”
      Students run the Dallas Refugee Project, serving refugees in Dallas.
      “Mission Youth inculcates an authentic Catholic missionary spirit among the student body through monthly charity and evangelization missions to the homeless people of the greater Dallas area”
      Mission Youth makes monthly charity missions to homeless people in the Dallas area.
    2. Retreats, Pilgrimages, and Missions - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/retreats/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Spend your spring break in Calcutta, India working alongside the Missionaries of Charity. Serving the poorest of the poor is an unforgettable experience.”
      Campus Ministry offers a spring break mission trip to Calcutta with the Missionaries of Charity.
    3. Student Clubs and Organizations - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/clubs-organizations/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Little Flowers’ Gardening Club is dedicated to the beautification of the UD campus landscape and the promotion of gardening, landscaping, and farming in accord with the natural order. Inspired by the ideals of G. K. Chesterton, Wendell Berry, and the Catholic agrarian and communitarian traditions”
      The Little Flowers' Gardening Club pursues campus gardening and care for creation drawing on Catholic agrarian traditions.
  • 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 (The university describes its service as rooted in Catholic social teaching, and Campus Ministry runs service programs framed by Catholic Social Teaching.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Serving In The Community - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/serving-others/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Rooted in the rich tradition of Catholic social teaching, University of Dallas is a faith-filled community where students, faculty and staff enjoy many opportunities to engage in charitable works of mercy”
      The university frames its service opportunities as rooted in Catholic social teaching.
      “Campus Ministry offers a variety of activities and other ways for students to get involved in the University of Dallas community, including volunteer opportunities to serve those in need in the DFW community.”
      Campus Ministry organizes volunteer opportunities in the Dallas-Fort Worth area.
    2. Campus Ministry | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/campus-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “we offer students opportunities to learn about and practice Catholic Social Teaching through programs such as Alternative Spring Break and Mercy Crew.”
      Campus Ministry teaches and practices Catholic Social Teaching through Alternative Spring Break and Mercy Crew.

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

Strengths

  • The on-campus Church of the Incarnation lists Mass twice each weekday during the academic year, four weekend Masses, and confession four days a week.
    Sources (1)
    1. Mass Times - Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/mass_times.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
      The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
      “Sacrament of Reconciliation | Confession Times | Wednesday | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Thursday* | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Friday* | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | Saturday | 10:15 - 11:45 a.m. | *During the academic year only”
      Confession is scheduled Wednesday and Saturday, plus Thursday and Friday during the academic year, 10:15-11:45 AM.
  • A priest is Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry, with a campus minister, liturgical coordinator, music director, deacon, and FOCUS missionaries serving students.
    Sources (3)
    1. Staff & Office Information - Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa Chaplain and Director Phone: 972-721-5080 (direct) E-Mail: chaplain@udallas.edu | | Madison Brinkman Campus Minister Phone: 972-721-5165 (direct) E-Mail: mbrinkman@udallas.edu”
      Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa is Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry; Madison Brinkman is Campus Minister.
      “FOCUS Missionaries at UDallas The Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) is dedicated to inspiring and equipping Catholic college students”
      FOCUS missionaries serve at the University of Dallas and are listed with the Campus Ministry staff.
    2. Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa - Chaplain E-Mail: chaplain@udallas.edu Direct Line: 972-721-5080 | | | | Rosemary Crocker - Liturgical Coordinator E-Mail: liturgy.church@udallas.edu | | Eric Lewis - Music Director E-Mail: erlewis@udallas.edu”
      Church staff include Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa (Chaplain), Rosemary Crocker (Liturgical Coordinator), and Eric Lewis (Music Director).
    3. Sacraments - Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/sacraments.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa and Deacon Ryan Sales are available to perform baptisms.”
      A deacon, Ryan Sales, also serves the Church of the Incarnation.
  • All undergraduates take two theology courses taught by a department devoted to the Catholic theological tradition and three philosophy courses, and the core's readings include Rerum Novarum and Centesimus Annus.
    Sources (3)
    1. The Core Curriculum | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/constantin-college-of-liberal-arts/requirements-for-the-bachelor-of-arts-and-bachelor-of-science-degrees/the-core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All students must complete six credits in Theology for the undergraduate degree. Ordinarily, this requirement will be satisfied by Understanding the Bible, Theology 1310, and Western Theological Tradition, Theology 2311.”
      All undergraduates take six credits (two courses) of theology: Understanding the Bible and Western Theological Tradition.
      “All students must take 9 credits in philosophy. Normally, the program in philosophy is Philosophy 1301, 2323 and 3311.”
      All undergraduates take nine credits (three courses) of philosophy.
    2. Theology | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/constantin-college-of-liberal-arts/constantin-academic-programs/theology · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The department’s mission is the recovery and renewal of the Catholic theological tradition and of pastoral practice, in harmony with the Magisterium”
      The Theology Department states that its mission is the Catholic theological tradition, in harmony with the Magisterium.
    3. The Great Books of the Core Curriculum at the University of Dallasudallas.edu/academics/core-curriculum/books.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Economics Adam Smith "An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations" (selections) Pope John Paul II "Centesimus Annus"”
      The core's economics readings include Centesimus Annus.
      “Pope Leo XIII "Rerum Novarum"”
      The core's history readings include Rerum Novarum.
  • The traditional residence halls are single-sex, and student groups include Crusaders for Life, the Knights of Columbus, and several women's and men's faith groups.
    Sources (4)
    1. Residence Halls - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/housing-dining/residence-life/residence-halls.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “All halls and rooms are non-smoking. Traditional-style halls are single gender. The following is a description of each hall: Jerome Hall: Jerome Hall is a male dorm.”
      The traditional-style residence halls are single-sex (e.g., Jerome Hall is a men's hall).
    2. Serving In The Community - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/serving-others/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Actively practice your commitment to defending life from conception to natural death by joining Crusaders for Life, one of four clubs sponsored by Campus Ministry.”
      Campus Ministry sponsors Crusaders for Life, a pro-life club.
    3. Student Clubs and Organizations - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/clubs-organizations/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Knights of Columbus UD Council The Knights of Columbus Council exists to promote the moral, intellectual, and spiritual development”
      The club directory lists a Knights of Columbus UD Council.
    4. Our Catholic Faith - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/our-catholic-faith/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “A League of Her Own: A women’s group centered on community, growth and Catholic identity. Blessed is She: A women’s ministry focused on faith and fellowship. Rosary Club - A student group that regularly prays the rosary and creates tie-knot rosaries.”
      Student faith groups include A League of Her Own, Blessed is She, and the Rosary Club.

Concerns

  • Adoration is listed among the church's offerings.
    Sources (1)
    1. Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Here, in the heart of the University of Dallas, something real happens. Daily Mass. Confession. Adoration.”
      The Church of the Incarnation on campus offers daily Mass, confession, and adoration.
  • The catalog's housing policy allows members of the opposite sex in single-sex residential areas at designated times of the day or week.
    Sources (1)
    1. Housing | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/campus-life/housing · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Office of Student Affairs designates residential areas, such as residential buildings, floors, halls, suites, and rooms, as single-sex. Except as otherwise permitted by University Policy, areas that have been designated as single-sex are limited to members of the designated sex and members of the opposite sex are prohibited from being present in those areas. The Office of Student Affairs typically designates certain times of the day and/or week when members of the opposite sex may be present in single-sex designated buildings, floors, halls, suites, or rooms.”
      Residential areas are designated single-sex; members of the opposite sex may be present only at designated times of the day or week.

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Campus ministry home

Church of the Incarnation and Campus Ministry (SB Hall)

  • Address: 1809 Maher Lane, Irving, TX 75062
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: 500-seat church, St. Thomas Aquinas Eucharistic Chapel (open 24 hours), St. Thomas Aquinas Reliquary Chapel, Campus Ministry office (SB Hall, rooms 254A-E)

Source: calendar.udallas.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, udallas.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, udallas.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, udallas.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

24 groups and regular activities · 2 on campus, 7 off campus, 15 location not published

Other 2

  • World Youth Day 2027 pilgrimageOff campus
    2027
    Campus Ministry trip to World Youth Day in Seoul, Korea.
  • Little Flowers' Gardening ClubOn campus
    Campus gardening and care for creation inspired by Catholic agrarian traditions.

Retreats 3

Service 6

  • Spring Break Mission Trip to CalcuttaOff campus
    Spring break
    Service with the Missionaries of Charity in Calcutta, India.
  • Alternative Spring BreakOff campus
    Spring break
    Mission trips built on community, simplicity, service, and prayer.
  • Mission YouthOff campus
    Monthly
    Charity and evangelization missions to homeless people in the Dallas area.
  • The Big EventOff campus
    Annual
    University-wide day of service in Irving.
  • Dallas Refugee ProjectOff campus
    Student-run nonprofit tutoring refugee students in Dallas.
  • Weekly service outings
    Weekly
    Service outings organized by Campus Ministry.

Liturgy and prayer 2

  • Liturgical MinistryOn campus
    Training for sacristans, lectors, altar servers, and extraordinary ministers of Holy Communion at the Church of the Incarnation.
  • Praise and Worship
    Sunday evenings after the final Mass
    Student gathering for prayer and hymns.

Faith formation 3

  • FOCUS Bible studies
    Bible studies led by FOCUS missionaries serving with Campus Ministry.
  • Thomistic Institute chapter
    Student-run chapter hosting monthly discussion nights and lectures on the Catholic intellectual tradition.
  • RCIA
    Preparation for entering the Catholic Church, for current students, faculty, and staff.

Clubs and groups 8

  • Woman of the Word
    Weekly
    Weekly gathering for women to grow in faith and friendship through Scripture and discussion.
  • Knights of Columbus UD Council
    College council of the Knights of Columbus.
  • A League of Her Own
    Women's group centered on community, growth, Catholic identity, and support in chastity.
  • Fight Club
    Campus Ministry group supporting men students in chastity.
  • Blessed is She
    Women's ministry focused on faith and fellowship.
  • Rosary Club
    Sunday afternoons
    Student group that prays the rosary and makes tie-knot rosaries.
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  • Society of St. Joseph
    Men's group devoted to St. Joseph and the cardinal virtues.
  • Crusaders for Life
    Pro-life student club sponsored by Campus Ministry.

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 (9)
  1. Staff & Office Information - Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa Chaplain and Director Phone: 972-721-5080 (direct) E-Mail: chaplain@udallas.edu | | Madison Brinkman Campus Minister Phone: 972-721-5165 (direct) E-Mail: mbrinkman@udallas.edu”
    Fr. Jerónimo Espinosa is Chaplain and Director of Campus Ministry; Madison Brinkman is Campus Minister.
    “FOCUS Missionaries at UDallas The Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS) is dedicated to inspiring and equipping Catholic college students”
    FOCUS missionaries serve at the University of Dallas and are listed with the Campus Ministry staff.
  2. Campus Ministry - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/campus-ministry/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “From Woman of the Word and the Kgnight of Colombus to FOCUS Bible studies, retreats, weekly service outings, and the Leader Formation program, there is a place for you here.”
    Campus Ministry lists Woman of the Word, the Knights of Columbus, FOCUS Bible studies, retreats, weekly service outings, and a Leader Formation program.
    “Our office is on the 2nd floor of SB Hall (rooms 254A–E), open Monday–Friday, 9am–5pm.”
    The Campus Ministry office is on the second floor of SB Hall.
  3. Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “The church has as its primary responsibility to serve the spiritual needs of the students, faculty, staff, and alumni of the university”
    The Church of the Incarnation's primary responsibility is to serve the university community.
  4. Mass Times - Church of the Incarnation - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/church-of-the-incarnation/mass_times.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Weekday Mass | Time | Monday-Friday | 12:05 p.m., (5:00 p.m.*) | Saturday | (12:05 p.m.*) | Sunday Mass | Time | Saturday (anticipatory) | 5:00 p.m. | Sunday | 9:00 a.m., 11:00 a.m., ( 7:00 p.m.*) | *Times during the academic year only”
    The Church of the Incarnation lists weekday Mass at 12:05 PM (plus 5:00 PM in the academic year), Saturday 12:05 PM in the academic year, a Saturday 5:00 PM anticipatory Mass, and Sunday Masses at 9:00 AM, 11:00 AM, and 7:00 PM (academic year).
  5. Student Clubs and Organizations - University of Dallasudallas.edu/life-at-ud/clubs-organizations/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Knights of Columbus UD Council The Knights of Columbus Council exists to promote the moral, intellectual, and spiritual development”
    The club directory lists a Knights of Columbus UD Council.
  6. Campus Ministry | 2025-2026 Bulletin and Course Catalogudallas.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2025-2026/2025-2026-academic-catalog/campus-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Daily and weekend liturgies are offered on campus and at St. Albert the Great Dominican Priory, Our Lady of Dallas Cistercian Abbey, and Holy Trinity Seminary, which are also located on or adjacent to the campus.”
    Liturgies are also offered at the Dominican priory, Cistercian abbey, and seminary on or next to campus.
  7. Church of the Incarnation - UD Calendarcalendar.udallas.edu/church_of_the_incarnation_643 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “1809 Maher Lane, Irving, TX 75062 Place Details Type On Campus”
    The Church of the Incarnation is on campus at 1809 Maher Lane, Irving, TX 75062.
  8. Deepening Your Faith - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/our-catholic-faith/deepening-faith.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Students attend religious service on campus at the 500-seat Church of the Incarnation, which houses our St. Thomas Aquinas Eucharistic Chapel. Because it is centrally located and open 24 hours per day, you’re never more than a brief walk away from a quiet haven for prayer and reflection any time of the day or night.”
    The on-campus Church of the Incarnation, with the St. Thomas Aquinas Eucharistic Chapel, is open 24 hours a day for prayer.
  9. Our Catholic Faith - University of Dallasudallas.edu/faith-service/our-catholic-faith/index.php · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “The Church of the Incarnation, located near the center of our Irving campus”
    The Church of the Incarnation is near the center of the Irving campus.

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Academic Excellence

BAcademic Excellence: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
76 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.73%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.77%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,227 · ACT 25.5
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.11 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$12,940

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 III · Southern Collegiate Athletic Conference
SettingCity
ROTCArmy · Air Force
Study abroadOffered
Students per faculty member11 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)
1,427
Total students2,182
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$22,610
Cost of attendance (per year)$68,583
Median federal debt at graduation$23,117
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
73%
First-year retention77%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$58,285
Admission rate53%
Students receiving Pell grants26%
Admitted students’ middle range:SAT 1120–1370ACT 22–29
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1227
SAT reading & writing580–700
SAT math540–670
ACT composite22–29
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 60 / 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 Dallas

The Most Reverend Edward J. Burns, Bishop of Dallas

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Cathedral: Cathedral Shrine of the Virgin of Guadalupe

Source: dallascatholic.org, dallascatholic.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 224323
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger programs)
  • Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Questions families ask

Is University of Dallas a Catholic college?
Yes. University of Dallas is a Catholic college in the Diocese of Dallas. Its sponsor is Sisters of Saint Mary of Namur (founders).
What is University of Dallas’s Compass Score?
85 out of 100 (grade A). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at University of Dallas?
Mass is listed at Church of the Incarnation. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is University of Dallas Compass Recommended?
Yes. University of Dallas meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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