Is University of Dayton a Catholic college?

Yes. University of Dayton is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.

What is University of Dayton’s Compass Score?

83 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.

Where is Mass celebrated at University of Dayton?

Mass is listed at Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, Stuart Complex or Marycrest Complex chapel (alternating), and Marianist Hall chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Is University of Dayton Compass Recommended?

Yes. University of Dayton meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

Catholic college

University of Dayton

LocationDayton, OH
Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 11,304 students
TraditionMarianist

Official website

Compass ScoreCatholic Life Score

Faith 75%Academics 25%

BFaith
82 of 100

BAcademics
84 of 100

Verified Oct. 7, 2026 · How the score works

Compass Recommended

The University of Dayton is a Catholic research university in Dayton, Ohio, founded by the Society of Mary (Marianists). Mass is celebrated every weekday and four times on Sundays in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, with confession three times a week, adoration every weekday afternoon, and a weekly Mass in the first-year residence halls. The Common Academic Program requires advanced coursework in religious studies and in philosophy (one course each at minimum) plus a Faith Traditions course that may overlap with them.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 8

Sunday10:00 AMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the academic year.
Sunday12:00 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the academic year.
Sunday6:00 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the academic year.
Sunday8:30 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the academic year.
Monday–Friday12:30 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the academic year; not held when the University is closed.
Wednesday8:15 PMStuart Complex or Marycrest Complex chapel (alternating) · Residence hall Mass.

Show 2 more mass times

Sunday4:00 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · Spanish-language Mass, one Sunday a month: Sept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 15, 2026. Jan. 17, Feb. 21, Mar. 14, Apr. 18, 2027.
Friday7:15 AMMarianist Hall chapel · One Friday per month.

Confession 3

Tuesday11:00 AM–12:00 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception
Wednesday7:00 PM–8:00 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the fall and spring semesters.
Friday11:00 AM–12:00 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the fall and spring semesters.

Adoration 2

Monday–Thursday4:00 PM–6:00 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the fall and spring semesters.
Friday1:00 PM–3:00 PMChapel of the Immaculate Conception · During the fall and spring semesters.

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

Sources for these times (1)

Mass Schedule : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/worship/mass-schedule.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“During the academic year, Sunday Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 10 a.m., Noon, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.”
Four Sunday Masses are celebrated in the campus chapel during the academic year.
“During the academic year, Sunday Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 10 a.m., Noon, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.”
Four Sunday Masses are celebrated in the campus chapel during the academic year.
“During the academic year, Sunday Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 10 a.m., Noon, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.”
Four Sunday Masses are celebrated in the campus chapel during the academic year.
“During the academic year, Sunday Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 10 a.m., Noon, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.”
Four Sunday Masses are celebrated in the campus chapel during the academic year.
“During the academic year, Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 12:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.”
Mass is celebrated every weekday at 12:30 PM during the academic year.
“Mass is held at 8:15 p.m. every Wednesday. The location alternates between the chapels in Stuart Complex and Marycrest Complex.”
A weekly Mass is celebrated in the residence hall chapels.
“Adoration and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception during the fall and spring semester: Monday-Thursday: 4-6 p.m. Friday: 1-3 p.m.”
Eucharistic adoration is held every weekday during the semesters.
“Adoration and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception during the fall and spring semester: Monday-Thursday: 4-6 p.m. Friday: 1-3 p.m.”
Eucharistic adoration is held every weekday during the semesters.
“The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception Tuesdays: 11 a.m.-Noon Wednesdays: 7-8 p.m.* Fridays: 11 a.m.-Noon*”
Confession is scheduled three times each week.
“The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception Tuesdays: 11 a.m.-Noon Wednesdays: 7-8 p.m.* Fridays: 11 a.m.-Noon*”
Confession is scheduled three times each week.
“The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception Tuesdays: 11 a.m.-Noon Wednesdays: 7-8 p.m.* Fridays: 11 a.m.-Noon*”
Confession is scheduled three times each week.
“Spanish Mass is held monthly at 4 p.m. in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception September 20, 2026 October 18, 2026 November 15, 2026 January 17, 2027 February 21, 2027 March 14, 2027 April 18, 2027”
A Spanish-language Sunday Mass is held monthly at 4 PM in the chapel on listed dates in 2026-27.
“One Friday per month, Mass is also held at 7:15 a.m. in the Marianist Hall chapel.”
A monthly Friday 7:15 AM Mass is held in the Marianist Hall chapel.

Catholic churches nearby

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Holy Angels Catholic Church — 0.3 mi
Holy Angels Catholic Church — 0.3 mi
Holy Angels Catholic Church — 0.3 mi
Saint Mary Catholic Church — 1.0 mi · Xenia Avenue, Dayton
Saint Mary Catholic Church; Dayton CatholicHispanic Ministry — 1.0 mi
Holy Trinity Catholic Church — 1.3 mi · Bainbridge Street, Dayton

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

Faith scorecard

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

Sacramental life

98 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (12:30 PM Monday-Friday during the academic year.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass Schedule : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/worship/mass-schedule.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “During the academic year, Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 12:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.”
  Mass is celebrated every weekday at 12:30 PM during the academic year.
Yes:
Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Two or more weekend Masses (Sunday Masses at 10 AM, Noon, 6 PM and 8:30 PM; a Spanish-language Mass is also held at 4 PM on one Sunday a month.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass Schedule : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/worship/mass-schedule.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “During the academic year, Sunday Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 10 a.m., Noon, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.”
  Four Sunday Masses are celebrated in the campus chapel during the academic year.
  “Spanish Mass is held monthly at 4 p.m. in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception September 20, 2026 October 18, 2026 November 15, 2026 January 17, 2027 February 21, 2027 March 14, 2027 April 18, 2027”
  A Spanish-language Sunday Mass is held monthly at 4 PM in the chapel on listed dates in 2026-27.
Yes:
Scheduled confession on campusThree or more scheduled times per week (Tuesdays 11 AM-Noon, Wednesdays 7-8 PM, Fridays 11 AM-Noon.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass Schedule : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/worship/mass-schedule.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception Tuesdays: 11 a.m.-Noon Wednesdays: 7-8 p.m.* Fridays: 11 a.m.-Noon*”
  Confession is scheduled three times each week.
Yes:
Eucharistic adorationEvery weekday or more often, or perpetual adoration (Every weekday during the fall and spring semesters (Mon-Thu 4-6 PM, Fri 1-3 PM); no weekend adoration listed.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass Schedule : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/worship/mass-schedule.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Adoration and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception during the fall and spring semester: Monday-Thursday: 4-6 p.m. Friday: 1-3 p.m.”
  Eucharistic adoration is held every weekday during the semesters.
Yes:
Priests serving studentsAt least one full-time priest chaplain (or a resident community of priests serving campus ministry) (Rev. Chris Wittmann, S.M., University Chaplain.)
Sources (1)
1. Staff : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Rev. Chris Wittmann, S.M. University Chaplain”
  A Marianist priest serves as University Chaplain.
Yes:
Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
Sources (1)
1. Chapel of the Immaculate Conception : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/chapel/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “We invite you to seek out the chapel for a quiet moment of prayer between classes, at the beginning or end of the workday, or when simply walking by.”
  The Chapel of the Immaculate Conception is open for personal prayer.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration20 to 29 times a week (20 weekly times documented: 12 Mass, 3 confession, 5 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).

Theology and core curriculum

57 of 100 points on what we could document.

Partly:
Theology or religious studies courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (CAP requires Advanced Religious Studies (3 credits) and a Crossing Boundaries Faith Traditions course (3 credits); the catalog states that one course may satisfy both components; the minimum is one course. HUM 101/102 (First-Year Humanities Commons) are not counted.)
Sources (2)
1. CAP Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/requirements · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Advanced Study | 9 cr. hrs. | Historical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) 4 | | Philosophical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | | Religious Studies (3 cr. hrs.)”
  The Common Academic Program requires 3 credits each of advanced philosophical and religious studies.
  “many CAP courses are designed to satisfy more than one CAP component (e.g., Crossing Boundaries and Advanced Studies)”
  A single course can satisfy both a Crossing Boundaries component (such as Faith Traditions) and an Advanced Studies component.
2. CAP Components | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/components · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Courses offered outside the Departments of Philosophy, Religious Studies and History may count towards the advanced religious studies, philosophy and history requirements if the courses draw extensively from those disciplinary perspectives and address in significant ways aspects of the Catholic intellectual tradition.”
  Advanced religious studies and philosophy requirements may be met by courses in other departments that address the Catholic intellectual tradition.
  “Courses satisfying the Faith Traditions component may be offered by any department provided that the courses develop students’ ability to examine their own faith commitments and to participate in dialogue with other faith traditions.”
  A Faith Traditions course is required and may be offered by any department.
Partly:
Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)Catholic theology is one option among several (Explicitly Catholic courses such as The Sacraments and The Church are among many approved Advanced Religious Studies options, which include courses outside the Religious Studies department.)
Sources (2)
1. CAP Components | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/components · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Courses offered outside the Departments of Philosophy, Religious Studies and History may count towards the advanced religious studies, philosophy and history requirements if the courses draw extensively from those disciplinary perspectives and address in significant ways aspects of the Catholic intellectual tradition.”
  Advanced religious studies and philosophy requirements may be met by courses in other departments that address the Catholic intellectual tradition.
2. Approved Courses | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/approvedcourses · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “REL 341 | Theology of Mary | 3 | REL 342 | Significance of Jesus Christ | 3 | REL 343 | Theology of Humanity, Sexuality, and Marriage | 3 | REL 345 | God in Christian Tradition | 3 | REL 346 | The Sacraments | 3 |”
  Catholic theology courses are among the approved Advanced Religious Studies options.
Partly:
Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (Advanced Philosophical Studies (3 credits).)
Sources (2)
1. CAP Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/requirements · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Advanced Study | 9 cr. hrs. | Historical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) 4 | | Philosophical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | | Religious Studies (3 cr. hrs.)”
  The Common Academic Program requires 3 credits each of advanced philosophical and religious studies.
2. CAP Components | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/components · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Courses offered outside the Departments of Philosophy, Religious Studies and History may count towards the advanced religious studies, philosophy and history requirements if the courses draw extensively from those disciplinary perspectives and address in significant ways aspects of the Catholic intellectual tradition.”
  Advanced religious studies and philosophy requirements may be met by courses in other departments that address the Catholic intellectual tradition.
Yes:
Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionYes, stated in the catalog or core description
Sources (1)
1. CAP Components | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/components · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Engaging with the Catholic Intellectual Tradition: Students will engage central concepts of Catholic Intellectual Tradition (CIT) as they contribute to humanistic inquiry and reflection.”
  The required first-year humanities seminars explicitly engage the Catholic intellectual tradition.
  “Courses offered outside the Departments of Philosophy, Religious Studies and History may count towards the advanced religious studies, philosophy and history requirements if the courses draw extensively from those disciplinary perspectives and address in significant ways aspects of the Catholic intellectual tradition.”
  Advanced religious studies and philosophy requirements may be met by courses in other departments that address the Catholic intellectual tradition.
Yes:
Theology or religious studies major offeredYes
Sources (1)
1. Theology and Religious Studies | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/collegeofartsandsciences/programsofstudy/religiousstudies · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Bachelor of Arts, Theology and Religious Studies (REL) minimum 120 hours”
  A bachelor's degree in theology and religious studies is offered.
Not enough information:
Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.

Campus culture and residence life

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)Five or more (23 people listed on the Campus Ministry staff page, including a priest chaplain, a Marianist brother, campus ministers, and Center for Social Concern staff.)
Sources (1)
1. Staff : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Campus Ministry Staff Kelly Adamson Senior Director of Campus Ministry and the Graduate Assistant Program”
  The Campus Ministry staff page lists 23 people.
Yes:
Retreats offered to students each yearFour or more distinct retreats (New Beginnings, Wilderness Retreat, Faithful Ally Retreat, Sacred Seasons, Busy Person's Retreat, By Still Waters.)
Sources (1)
1. Journey in Faith : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/journey.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Take time away from the noise of daily life to reflect and explore your relationship with God, yourself and others and God. Retreats typically held each year include: New Beginnings”
  Campus Ministry lists six retreats typically held each year.
Yes:
Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsThree or more (Catholic Life, Phi Lambda Iota Catholic Women's Group, Marianist Student Lay Formation.)
Sources (1)
1. Journey in Faith : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/journey.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Catholic Life A group who strives to live out the New Evangelization through dedication to relational ministry”
  Catholic Life is a Catholic student organization.
  “Phi Lambda Iota Catholic Women's Group A faith and service based sisterhood for undergraduate women which strives to promote community with one another through prayer and service.”
  Phi Lambda Iota is a Catholic women's student organization.
  “Through the Marianist student lay formation program, you can explore your role as a member of the Marianist Family.”
  A Marianist lay formation program is offered to students.
Not enough information:
Single-sex residence optionsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
Yes:
Overnight guest policy in residence hallsOvernight guests of the opposite sex not permitted
Sources (1)
1. Student Code of Conduct : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/student-development/expectations/code-of-conduct.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Guests (student or non-student) are not permitted to stay overnight, if they are the opposite sex from the students residing in the room/suite/apartment/house.”
  Overnight guests of the opposite sex are not permitted in university housing.
Yes:
Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Yes (Weekly Wednesday Mass in the first-year residence complexes, chapels in each first-year complex, and faith-based housing.)
Sources (3)
1. Mass Schedule : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/worship/mass-schedule.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Mass is held at 8:15 p.m. every Wednesday. The location alternates between the chapels in Stuart Complex and Marycrest Complex.”
  A weekly Mass is celebrated in the residence hall chapels.
2. Journey in Faith : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/journey.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Sophomore Faith Housing provides a first-step in nurturing faith in daily life, and upperclass students can apply to live in the Faith, Vocation and Leadership House or a Marianist Student Community.”
  Faith-based housing communities are available to sophomores and upperclass students.
3. On-Campus Housing : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/housing/on-campus/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “First-year students live in Marycrest Complex or Stuart Complex. Each one is a community in itself, complete with a live-in staff and a Resident Assistant on each floor, as well as study rooms, laundry facilities and a chapel.”
  Each first-year residence complex has a chapel.
Yes:
Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes
Sources (2)
1. Office for Mission and Rector : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/rector/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The Office for Mission and Rector's role is simple: to form people and communities committed to our Catholic and Marianist tradition of education in service of the Church and society.”
  An Office for Mission and Rector supports the university's Catholic and Marianist mission.
2. Staff : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Crystal Sullivan Assistant VP for Mission, Executive Director of Campus Ministry, Provost Fellow for Mission Integration”
  An Assistant Vice President for Mission leads Campus Ministry.

Service and Catholic social teaching

75 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Service or volunteer centerYes
Sources (1)
1. Center for Social Concern : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/centers/social-concern/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The Center for Social Concern works to unite faith and action for justice. We accomplish this through opportunities for reflective volunteerism, community engagement, cross-cultural immersion, and education and advocacy. Rooted in Catholic Social Tradition and the Marianist charism”
  The Center for Social Concern, part of Campus Ministry, runs volunteer and immersion programs rooted in Catholic social tradition.
Partly:
Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumAvailable (courses or programs)
Sources (1)
1. ETHOS Center : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/centers/ethos/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “These experiential learning opportunities include immersions, breakouts, research and development projects and engineering design courses.”
  The ETHOS Center offers service-learning in engineering, including course-based projects.
Partly:
Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Offered (course, minor, or center) (Minor in Catholic Social Thought and Practice.)
Sources (1)
1. Theology and Religious Studies | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/collegeofartsandsciences/programsofstudy/religiousstudies · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The Catholic Social Thought and Practice minor is designed to create an intellectual path for students who have convictions and/or concerns about Catholicism and social justice”
  A minor in Catholic Social Thought and Practice is offered.
Partly:
Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)One (Hand-in-Hand support program for pregnant students. A student organization named Flyers for Life appears in the student organization list without a description; it was not counted.)
Sources (1)
1. Care and Support : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/care.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “This program offers support and care for single, pregnant students so that they may bring their child to birth while continuing their academic career.”
  The Hand-in-Hand program supports pregnant students.
Yes:
Justice and solidarity programs (immersion trips, poverty, migration, or care-for-creation initiatives)Two or more (BreakOUT immersions, UD Summer Appalachia Program, summer cross-cultural immersions.)
Sources (1)
1. Center for Social Concern : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/centers/social-concern/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, these experiences invite you into prayer and reflection that deepens your understanding of solidarity and human dignity”
  BreakOUT immersion trips are framed by Catholic social teaching.
  “UDSAP is our longest running service program. This 8-week summer immersion and service program brings UD students to Salyersville, KY to run a day camp and teen center, and to volunteer at a nursing home.”
  The UD Summer Appalachia Program is an eight-week service immersion.
  “Participating in a cross-cultural summer immersion is a unique way to expand your education beyond the classroom”
  Summer cross-cultural immersions are offered.
Yes:
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. Center for Social Concern : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/centers/social-concern/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “The Center for Social Concern works to unite faith and action for justice. We accomplish this through opportunities for reflective volunteerism, community engagement, cross-cultural immersion, and education and advocacy. Rooted in Catholic Social Tradition and the Marianist charism”
  The Center for Social Concern, part of Campus Ministry, runs volunteer and immersion programs rooted in Catholic social tradition.
  “Rooted in Catholic Social Teaching, these experiences invite you into prayer and reflection that deepens your understanding of solidarity and human dignity”
  BreakOUT immersion trips are framed by Catholic social teaching.

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

Strengths

Mass is celebrated every weekday and four times on Sundays, with an additional weekly Mass in the first-year residence hall chapels.
Sources (1)
1. Mass Schedule : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/worship/mass-schedule.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “During the academic year, Sunday Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 10 a.m., Noon, 6 p.m. and 8:30 p.m.”
  Four Sunday Masses are celebrated in the campus chapel during the academic year.
  “During the academic year, Mass is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception at 12:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.”
  Mass is celebrated every weekday at 12:30 PM during the academic year.
  “Mass is held at 8:15 p.m. every Wednesday. The location alternates between the chapels in Stuart Complex and Marycrest Complex.”
  A weekly Mass is celebrated in the residence hall chapels.
Confession is scheduled three times a week and Eucharistic adoration is held every weekday during the semesters.
Sources (1)
1. Mass Schedule : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/worship/mass-schedule.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Adoration and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament is held in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception during the fall and spring semester: Monday-Thursday: 4-6 p.m. Friday: 1-3 p.m.”
  Eucharistic adoration is held every weekday during the semesters.
  “The Sacrament of Reconciliation is available in the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception Tuesdays: 11 a.m.-Noon Wednesdays: 7-8 p.m.* Fridays: 11 a.m.-Noon*”
  Confession is scheduled three times each week.
Campus Ministry lists 23 staff, including a priest chaplain, and offers six annual retreats.
Sources (2)
1. Staff : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Campus Ministry Staff Kelly Adamson Senior Director of Campus Ministry and the Graduate Assistant Program”
  The Campus Ministry staff page lists 23 people.
  “Rev. Chris Wittmann, S.M. University Chaplain”
  A Marianist priest serves as University Chaplain.
2. Journey in Faith : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/journey.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Take time away from the noise of daily life to reflect and explore your relationship with God, yourself and others and God. Retreats typically held each year include: New Beginnings”
  Campus Ministry lists six retreats typically held each year.
The Student Code of Conduct does not permit overnight guests of the opposite sex in university housing.
Sources (1)
1. Student Code of Conduct : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/student-development/expectations/code-of-conduct.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Guests (student or non-student) are not permitted to stay overnight, if they are the opposite sex from the students residing in the room/suite/apartment/house.”
  Overnight guests of the opposite sex are not permitted in university housing.

Concerns

The core requires a minimum of one advanced religious studies course and one advanced philosophy course; the Faith Traditions course may overlap with the religious studies requirement.
Sources (1)
1. CAP Requirements | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/requirements · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Advanced Study | 9 cr. hrs. | Historical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) 4 | | Philosophical Studies (3 cr. hrs.) | | Religious Studies (3 cr. hrs.)”
  The Common Academic Program requires 3 credits each of advanced philosophical and religious studies.
  “many CAP courses are designed to satisfy more than one CAP component (e.g., Crossing Boundaries and Advanced Studies)”
  A single course can satisfy both a Crossing Boundaries component (such as Faith Traditions) and an Advanced Studies component.
Explicitly Catholic theology courses are options rather than requirements, and courses outside the Religious Studies department may satisfy the religious studies requirement.
Sources (2)
1. CAP Components | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/components · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “Courses offered outside the Departments of Philosophy, Religious Studies and History may count towards the advanced religious studies, philosophy and history requirements if the courses draw extensively from those disciplinary perspectives and address in significant ways aspects of the Catholic intellectual tradition.”
  Advanced religious studies and philosophy requirements may be met by courses in other departments that address the Catholic intellectual tradition.
2. Approved Courses | 2026-2027 Undergraduate Catalogcatalog.udayton.edu/undergraduate/cap/approvedcourses · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “REL 341 | Theology of Mary | 3 | REL 342 | Significance of Jesus Christ | 3 | REL 343 | Theology of Humanity, Sexuality, and Marriage | 3 | REL 345 | God in Christian Tradition | 3 | REL 346 | The Sacraments | 3 |”
  Catholic theology courses are among the approved Advanced Religious Studies options.
Only one pro-life initiative (support for pregnant students) is described on official pages.
Sources (1)
1. Care and Support : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/care.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
  “This program offers support and care for single, pregnant students so that they may bring their child to birth while continuing their academic career.”
  The Hand-in-Hand program supports pregnant students.

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry (Chapel of the Immaculate Conception)

Address: 300 College Park, Dayton, Ohio 45469-0408
Location: On campus
Facilities: chapel (Chapel of the Immaculate Conception), Eucharistic reservation chapel, reconciliation room

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Catholic clubs and student life

33 groups and regular activities · 19 on campus, 6 off campus, 8 location not published

Retreats 6

Wilderness RetreatOff campus
Backpacking retreat in Red River Gorge, Kentucky, with gear, supplies and transportation provided.
udayton.edu
Busy Person's Retreat: Exploring LentOn campus
Lent
Retreat in daily life with weekly prayer content and weekly meetings with a spiritual companion.
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New Beginnings retreat
Retreat on faith and friendship for students beginning college; location not stated.
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Faithful Ally Retreat
A weekend
Weekend retreat on faith and identity open to LGBTQ+ students and allies; location not stated.
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Sacred Seasons: A Catholic Journey
Catholic retreat following the seasons with reflection, prayer and community building; location not stated.
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By Still Waters Retreat
Semi-silent Catholic retreat for upperclass students; location not stated.
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Service 5

BreakOUT immersionsOff campus
Service and immersion trips rooted in Catholic social teaching; recent trips went to Kentucky, Dayton, San Antonio, West Virginia, St. Louis, Ecuador and El Salvador.
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UD Summer Appalachia Program (UDSAP)Off campus
Summer, 8 weeks
Eight-week summer service immersion in Salyersville, Kentucky, running a day camp and teen center and volunteering at a nursing home.
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Summer cross-cultural immersionsOff campus
Summer
International summer immersion trips with a reflection leader; recent trips went to India and Kenya.
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SERVICE SaturdaysOff campus
Saturdays
Local service days (shelters, house building, park cleanup) followed by a reflection lunch; transportation provided.
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Catholic Social Ministry GatheringOff campus
National advocacy gathering offered through the Center for Social Concern.
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Faith formation 9

Marianist Student Lay FormationOn campus
Weekly meetings, August-April
Academic-year formation with weekly meetings and retreats for students discerning a commitment as Lay Marianists.
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Marianist Leadership ScholarsOn campus
Monthly meetings
Four-year faith, service and leadership program for graduates of Marianist high schools, with monthly meetings and an annual retreat.
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Chaminade Scholars ProgramOn campus
Faith and vocation program for Honors students with coursework, retreats and events; 15 first-year students are selected each year.
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Pathfinders Leadership ProgramOn campus
Spring semester
One-credit spring course for first-year students with a retreat, a service-learning experience and weekly group meetings.
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OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation of Adults)On campus
Faith sharing and learning for those considering entering the Catholic Church.
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Confirmation preparationOn campus
Weekly for six weeks during the academic year
Preparation for baptized Catholic students to receive Confirmation.
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Spiritual directionOn campus
Individual meetings with a spiritual director or companion.
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Vocational discernmentOn campus
Marianist religious and lay staff accompany students discerning religious life, with reflection, prayer, celebrations and a discernment retreat.
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Callings
Before Welcome Weekend
Six-day faith experience for incoming first-year students before Welcome Weekend; location not stated.
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Clubs and groups 4

Catholic LifeOn campus
Catholic student organization focused on the New Evangelization and relational ministry.
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Phi Lambda Iota Catholic Women's GroupOn campus
Faith and service sisterhood for undergraduate women.
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Hispanic/LatinX MinistryOn campus
Weekly 3 o'clock prayer and cafecito; monthly Spanish Mass
Campus Ministry community with a monthly Spanish Mass, a Día de los Muertos celebration, and weekly 3 o'clock prayer and cafecito.
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LGBTQ+ and Allyship MinistryOn campus
Campus Ministry program offering pastoral care, faith formation, worship, service and reflection.
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Liturgy and prayer 2

Liturgical ministriesOn campus
Trained student lectors, Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion, altar servers and Mass coordinators for chapel and residence hall Masses.
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Music MinistryOn campus
One rehearsal and Mass each week
Student-led choirs and musicians for every Sunday and residence hall Mass, Undergraduate Music Ministers, and a Chapel Choir for special occasions.
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Other 5

Faith-based housingOn campus
Sophomore Faith Housing, the Faith, Vocation and Leadership House, and Marianist Student Communities, with shared meals, prayer and mentors.
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Residential ministryOn campus
Campus ministers work in most residential areas and in Liberty Hall.
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Living With LossOn campus
Campus Ministry grief support group.
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Hand-in-HandOn campus
Support for pregnant students, including accompaniment, counseling and academic and housing advocacy; support is also offered to expectant fathers.
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Beyond UD Fair and Supper
Fall
Events connecting students with post-graduate volunteer programs; location not stated.
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Social life 2

Agape Latte
Gathering with live music, coffee and cookies where a faculty or staff member shares their faith and vocational journey; location not stated.
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Table of Plenty
Monthly
Monthly lunch and dialogue program on difficult topics; location not stated.
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Campus ministry

Sources (4)

Staff : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/ministry/staff.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Rev. Chris Wittmann, S.M. University Chaplain”
A Marianist priest serves as University Chaplain.
“Campus Ministry Staff Kelly Adamson Senior Director of Campus Ministry and the Graduate Assistant Program”
The Campus Ministry staff page lists 23 people.
Journey in Faith : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/life/faith/journey.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Catholic Life A group who strives to live out the New Evangelization through dedication to relational ministry”
Catholic Life is a Catholic student organization.
“Phi Lambda Iota Catholic Women's Group A faith and service based sisterhood for undergraduate women which strives to promote community with one another through prayer and service.”
Phi Lambda Iota is a Catholic women's student organization.
“Through the Marianist student lay formation program, you can explore your role as a member of the Marianist Family.”
A Marianist lay formation program is offered to students.
Campus Ministry : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/ministry/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“Campus Ministry 300 College Park Dayton, Ohio 45469 - 0408 937-229-3339”
Campus Ministry publishes its address as 300 College Park, Dayton, Ohio 45469-0408, phone 937-229-3339.
“Since it was built in 1869, the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception has been the heart of UD's community.”
Campus Ministry presents the Chapel of the Immaculate Conception as its home.
Chapel of the Immaculate Conception : University of Dayton, Ohioudayton.edu/campus/chapel/index.php · verified Oct. 7, 2026
“The Eucharistic reservation chapel provides a worthy space for the tabernacle and facilitates private prayer and adoration for the many individuals and small groups who use the chapel regularly.”
The chapel includes a Eucharistic reservation chapel for private prayer and adoration.
“This space is set apart for those seeking the sacrament of reconciliation.”
The chapel has a reconciliation room.

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Academic Excellence

84 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score80%
First-year retention 20% of score89%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,335 · ACT 28
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score14 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$13,290

Bars show points on each measure’s scale. How Academic Excellence is computed.

Source: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026))

Cost and value

Federal data, shown separately. Cost, debt, and earnings are never part of any grade.

Value and outcomes
Undergraduate students Fall enrollment (IPEDS)	8,176
Total students	11,304
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$29,533
Cost of attendance (per year)	$65,881
Median federal debt at graduation	$23,250
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	80%
First-year retention	89%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$75,537
Admission rate	65%
Students receiving Pell grants	16%

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1335
SAT reading & writing	600–690
SAT math	600–690
ACT composite	25–31
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 61 / 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 Cincinnati

The Most Reverend Robert G. Casey, Archbishop of Cincinnati

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

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About this school’s data

IPEDS unit ID 202480
Carnegie classification: Doctoral university (high research)
Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Is University of Dayton a Catholic college?: Yes. University of Dayton is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Cincinnati.
What is University of Dayton’s Compass Score?: 83 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at University of Dayton?: Mass is listed at Chapel of the Immaculate Conception, Stuart Complex or Marycrest Complex chapel (alternating), and Marianist Hall chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is University of Dayton Compass Recommended?: Yes. University of Dayton meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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