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Catholic college

University of Portland

  • LocationPortland, OR
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 3,457 students
  • SponsorCongregation of Holy Cross
  • TraditionHoly Cross
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The University of Portland is a Catholic university in Portland, Oregon, guided by the Congregation of Holy Cross, whose priests and brothers live on campus and serve in Campus Ministry and as residence hall pastoral residents. During the academic year Mass is celebrated every weekday and twice on Sundays in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher, with weekly Masses in residence halls, weekly Eucharistic adoration, and confession twice a week. The core curriculum requires two theology courses and two philosophy courses.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 11

  • Sunday10:30 AMChapel of Christ the Teacher · Academic year; also during breaks and summer.
  • Sunday4:15 PMChapel of Christ the Teacher · Academic year only.
  • Monday–Friday12:05 PMChapel of Christ the Teacher · Academic year; also during breaks and summer.
  • Monday8:30 PMShipstad Hall chapel · Hall Mass, fall and spring 2026-27.
  • Monday9:00 PMCorrado Hall chapel · Hall Mass, fall and spring 2026-27.
  • Monday9:30 PMLund Family Hall · Hall Mass, fall and spring 2026-27.
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  • Tuesday8:00 PMHaggerty-Tyson Hall · Hall Mass, fall and spring 2026-27.
  • Tuesday9:15 PMMehling Hall · Hall Mass, fall and spring 2026-27.
  • Tuesday9:30 PMKenna Hall · Hall Mass, fall and spring 2026-27.
  • Wednesday9:00 PMFields and Schoenfeldt Halls · Hall Mass, fall and spring 2026-27.
  • Wednesday9:30 PMVilla Maria Hall chapel · Hall Mass, fall and spring 2026-27.

Confession 2

  • Tuesday7:00 PM–8:00 PMChapel of Christ the Teacher · Academic year, during Eucharistic adoration.
  • Friday11:30 AM–12:00 PMChapel of Christ the Teacher · Academic year; by appointment during breaks and summer.

Adoration 1

  • Tuesday7:00 PM–8:00 PMChapel of Christ the Teacher · Academic year.

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. Prayer Schedule | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/prayer-schedule.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
    During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
    During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
    During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
    During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
    During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
    During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
    Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.
    “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
    Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.
    “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
    Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.
    “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
    Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.
    “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
    Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.
    “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
    Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.
    “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
    Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.
    “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
    Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of University of Portland, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miChapel of Christ the Teacher: 0.1 mi1Holy Cross Catholic Church: 0.6 mi2Saint Irene Byzantine Catholic Parish: 2.5 mi3Holy Redeemer Catholic Church: 2.9 mi4University of Portland Campus Ministry (St. Mary's Student Center and Chapel of Christ the Teacher): 0.2 miUniversity of Portland (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Chapel of Christ the Teacher — 0.1 mi · 5000 North Willamette Boulevard, Portland
  2. Holy Cross Catholic Church — 0.6 mi · 7455 North Hodge Avenue, Portland
  3. Saint Irene Byzantine Catholic Parish — 2.5 mi · 4630 North Maryland Avenue, Portland
  4. Holy Redeemer Catholic Church — 2.9 mi · 25 North Rosa Parks Way, Portland

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.

BSacramental 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.

Sacramental life

84 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) (Monday-Friday at 12:05 PM in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher; residence halls also hold weekly evening Masses Monday-Wednesday.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Prayer Schedule | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/prayer-schedule.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
      During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    2. Campus Ministry | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/division-of-student-affairs/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Campus Ministry's main offices are in St. Mary's Student Center. There is also a Campus Ministry office on the second floor of the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.”
      Campus Ministry has offices in St. Mary's Student Center and in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)Two or more weekend Masses (Sunday 10:30 AM and 4:15 PM during the academic year (10:30 AM only during breaks and summer).)
    Sources (2)
    1. Prayer Schedule | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/prayer-schedule.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
      During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    2. Campus Ministry | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/division-of-student-affairs/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Campus Ministry's main offices are in St. Mary's Student Center. There is also a Campus Ministry office on the second floor of the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.”
      Campus Ministry has offices in St. Mary's Student Center and in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Scheduled confession on campusOne or two scheduled times per week (Two scheduled times per week during the academic year: Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 PM and Fridays 11:30 AM-12:00 PM; also by appointment.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Prayer Schedule | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/prayer-schedule.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
      During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    2. Sacrament of Reconciliation | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/reconciliation.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Reconciliation is available at the following times during the academic year: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. (during Eucharistic Adoration) Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. By appointment”
      Confession is scheduled Tuesday evenings and Friday late mornings during the academic year, and by appointment.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Eucharistic adorationWeekly scheduled adoration (Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 PM in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher during the academic year.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Prayer Schedule | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/prayer-schedule.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
      During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
    2. Eucharistic Adoration | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/adoration.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “weekly Eucharistic Adoration is available during the academic year in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:00 p.m.”
      Eucharistic adoration is held weekly on Tuesday evenings during the academic year.
  • 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. Tim Weed, C.S.C., is Director of Campus Ministry; 16 Holy Cross priests and brothers live in community on campus, several as hall pastoral residents.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Holy Cross at UP | University of Portlandww1.up.edu/holycross/holy-cross-at-up/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Tim Weed, C.S.C. - Pastoral Resident in Lund Family Hall and Director of Campus Ministry”
      A Holy Cross priest, Fr. Tim Weed, is Director of Campus Ministry.
      “There are currently 16 Holy Cross priests and brothers living in community at the University of Portland. They serve in a variety of roles including professors, administrative staff, and pastoral residents.”
      Sixteen Holy Cross priests and brothers live in community on campus.
    2. Campus Ministry | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/division-of-student-affairs/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Rev. Timothy Weed, C.S.C., Ed.D., director”
      The 2026-2027 Bulletin lists Rev. Timothy Weed, C.S.C., as director of Campus Ministry.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Chapels | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/chapels-bells-and-more/chapels.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Chapel of Christ the Teacher is the spiritual center of campus and is open all day for quiet prayer.”
      The campus chapel is open all 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 (18 weekly times documented: 15 Mass, 2 confession, 1 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
BTheology and core curriculum: 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.

Theology and core curriculum

77 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 (Faith & Ethics habit: THE 105 Engaging Ultimate Questions plus one 300-level theology course (Theological Perspectives).)
    Sources (2)
    1. Core Curriculum Requirements | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/core-curriculum/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith & Ethics - 9 credit hours PHL 220 Engaging Ethics 3 THE 105 Engaging Ultimate Questions: Religion, Faith, and Ethics 3 THE 3-- Theological Perspectives (Any 300-level course in Theology) 3”
      All students take PHL 220, THE 105, and one 300-level theology course in the core.
    2. Theology and Religious Studies, B.A. | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/college-of-arts-and-sciences/degrees-and-programs/theology-and-religious-studies/theology-and-religious-studies-ba · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In addition to THE 105 and the Theological Perspectives elective that are required for the UP Core Curriculum, Theology and Religious Studies majors take 28 credit hours of upper-division courses.”
      A B.A. in Theology and Religious Studies is offered; the core requires THE 105 and a Theological Perspectives elective.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Required theology includes explicitly Catholic content (Scripture, Catholic tradition, sacraments)Catholic theology is one option among several (THE 105 studies diverse theologies and sacred texts 'including from the Roman Catholic tradition'; the 300-level requirement may be any theology course, some explicitly Catholic (e.g. THE 325 Catholic Social Teaching) and others not.)
    Sources (2)
    1. THE 105 | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/courses/the-theology-and-religious-studies/100/the-105 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students will engage in critical, constructive, and creative studies of diverse theologies and sacred texts, including from the Roman Catholic tradition.”
      The required introductory theology course covers diverse theologies, including the Roman Catholic tradition.
    2. THE 325 | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/courses/the-theology-and-religious-studies/300/the-325 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In this course, students will critically engage themes from Catholic Social Teaching, such as the common good, workers’ rights, human dignity, and solidarity.”
      A 300-level theology course on Catholic social teaching is offered.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsTwo courses (PHL 150 Engaging Philosophy and PHL 220 Engaging Ethics.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Core Curriculum Requirements | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/core-curriculum/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith & Ethics - 9 credit hours PHL 220 Engaging Ethics 3 THE 105 Engaging Ultimate Questions: Religion, Faith, and Ethics 3 THE 3-- Theological Perspectives (Any 300-level course in Theology) 3”
      All students take PHL 220, THE 105, and one 300-level theology course in the core.
      “Literacy & Dialogue - 6 credit hours ENG 112 Thinking Through Literature 3 PHL 150 Engaging Philosophy 3”
      All students take PHL 150 Engaging Philosophy in the 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
    Sources (1)
    1. Core Curriculum | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Grounded by Catholic intellectual tradition and Holy Cross values, the University of Portland has strong and diverse core requirements that emphasize cross disciplinary engagement, ethical reflection, and critical thinking.”
      The core curriculum description names the Catholic intellectual tradition as its grounding.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredYes (B.A. in Theology and Religious Studies.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Theology and Religious Studies, B.A. | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/college-of-arts-and-sciences/degrees-and-programs/theology-and-religious-studies/theology-and-religious-studies-ba · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In addition to THE 105 and the Theological Perspectives elective that are required for the UP Core Curriculum, Theology and Religious Studies majors take 28 credit hours of upper-division courses.”
      A B.A. in Theology and Religious Studies is offered; the core requires THE 105 and a Theological Perspectives elective.
  • Not enough information: Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Publicly affirms Ex Corde Ecclesiae in mission or governance documentsNot enough information: not found in official sources.
ACampus culture and residence 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.

Campus culture and residence life

92 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 professional staff identified on official pages: Fr. Tim Weed, C.S.C. (Director), Br. James Walters, C.S.C. (Campus Minister for Liturgy and Faith Integration), Kayla Garchar, Veronica Ramirez (Campus Ministry offices), and Dr. Joyce Wei-Jo Chen (Assistant Director of Liturgical Music).)
    Sources (4)
    1. Holy Cross at UP | University of Portlandww1.up.edu/holycross/holy-cross-at-up/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Tim Weed, C.S.C. - Pastoral Resident in Lund Family Hall and Director of Campus Ministry”
      A Holy Cross priest, Fr. Tim Weed, is Director of Campus Ministry.
      “Br. James Walters, C.S.C. - Pastoral Resident in Fields Hall and Campus Minister for Liturgy and Faith Integration”
      Br. James Walters is Campus Minister for Liturgy and Faith Integration.
    2. Pilgrimages with Campus Ministry | University of Portlandww1.up.edu/campusministry/retreats-and-pilgrimages/pilgrimages.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “For academic year 2026-2027, Campus Ministry will be attending World Youth Day in August 2027. Registration closes on September 30, 2026. Please contact Kayla Garchar at garchar@up.edu for more information.”
      Campus Ministry is taking students to World Youth Day in August 2027; Kayla Garchar is the staff contact.
    3. Sacramental Preparation | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/sacramental-preparation.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Veronica can be found in her office in St. Mary's Student Center in the Campus Ministry offices, and Br. James can be found in his office on the Upper Level of the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.”
      Veronica Ramirez and Br. James Walters have offices in Campus Ministry.
    4. Chapel Choir | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/chapel-choir.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students interested in paid positions are encouraged to contact Dr. Joyce Wei-Jo Chen, Assistant Director of Liturgical Music, for more information.”
      Dr. Joyce Wei-Jo Chen serves as Assistant Director of Liturgical Music.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (Hall Retreat (September 2026), Sacred Music Retreat (January 2027), and the Campus Spirituality Team's January retreat. The Silent Retreat page refers to 2024/2025 and was not counted.)
    Sources (3)
    1. Hall Retreat | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/retreats-and-pilgrimages/hall-retreats.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Each academic year, Campus Ministry and the Office of Residence Life collaborate to provide each residence hall the opportunity to go on a weekend retreat.”
      Campus Ministry and Residence Life offer each residence hall a weekend retreat every year.
      “This year's Hall Retreat is September 11-12, 2026 and will be held off-campus. For more information, contact Veronica Ramirez at ramirezv@up.edu.”
      The 2026 Hall Retreat was held off campus September 11-12, 2026; Veronica Ramirez is the contact.
    2. Chapel Choir | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/chapel-choir.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Spend an overnight retreat at Mount Angel Abbey singing, learning, connecting with one another, and experiencing sacred music in a monastic setting.”
      Chapel Music offers an overnight Sacred Music Retreat at Mount Angel Abbey (January 29-30, 2027).
    3. Campus Spirituality Team | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/leadership-opportunities/campus-spirituality-team.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Members of CST will attend a retreat in January that will engage in understanding personal growth in spiritual leadership over the course of the year to date.”
      Campus Spirituality Team members attend a January retreat.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsThree or more (Catholic Conversations, UP Rosary Society, Chapel Choir, Voice for Life, Campus Spirituality Team.)
    Sources (5)
    1. Catholic Conversations | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/faith-sharing-communities/catholic-conv.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Catholic Conversations is a student-led opportunity to build community and discipleship through conversations about Catholic teaching and culture. Catholic Conversations takes place on Thursdays from 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Upper Room of the Chapel. Students of all faith backgrounds are welcome. For more information, contact Fr. Tim Weed, C.S.C. at weed@up.edu.”
      Catholic Conversations, a student-led group on Catholic teaching, meets Thursdays 7-8 PM; contact Fr. Tim Weed.
    2. Welcome to Campus Ministry! | University of Portlandww1.up.edu/campusministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Campus Ministry invites students, faculty, and staff to join us in our new Rosary Society. Continuing in the spirit of our Rosary Rally, the society will be a way for our community to grow in devotion to Mary and ask for her prayers on our behalf to Jesus. Fr. John Donato, C.S.C. will serve as chaplain for the society.”
      Campus Ministry has started a Rosary Society with a Holy Cross priest as chaplain.
    3. Chapel Choir | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/chapel-choir.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Chapel Choir is at the heart of student music-making in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. The choir provides music for approximately one Sunday Mass each month, as well as special liturgies and celebrations throughout the academic year.”
      The student Chapel Choir sings at Sunday Mass about monthly and at special liturgies.
    4. Voice for Life | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/faith-sharing-communities/voice-for-life.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “As members of the University of Portland's Voice for Life, we strive to promote and defend the beauty and sanctity of every human being from the moment of conception to natural death.”
      Voice for Life is a pro-life student group listed among Campus Ministry's faith-sharing communities.
    5. Campus Spirituality Team | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/leadership-opportunities/campus-spirituality-team.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Campus Spirituality Team (CST) is a group of 5-6 students who are committed to leadership in spirituality on our campus. Guided and formed in leadership by Campus Ministry, the CST is an active group that is charged with planning and executing community forming events and integrating a spirituality component into these events.”
      Campus Ministry forms a student Campus Spirituality Team that plans faith-based campus events.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex residence halls available (Kenna and Mehling are women's halls and Villa Maria is a men's hall; other halls are coed or single-sex by wing. The residence halls page also states that gender-inclusive housing is offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Residence Halls | University of Portlandup.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residence-halls/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Originally called Holy Cross Hall when it opened in 1959 as a men's dormitory, Kenna is now a women's dormitory.”
      Kenna Hall is a women's residence hall.
      “Built in 1964, Mehling has housed women exclusively since its opening.”
      Mehling Hall is a women's residence hall.
      “Although Villa Maria opened in 1957 as the first women's residence hall on campus and is named for the University's patroness, the Virgin Mary, it shifted to a male dormitory in the 1980's.”
      Villa Maria Hall is a men's residence hall.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsOvernight guests of the opposite sex not permitted (Overnight guests must stay with a host of the same sex (2026-2027 Life on the Bluff handbook); intervisitation hours also apply.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Life on the Bluff 2026-2027 (Student Handbook)up.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/lotb_26-27_final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The overnight guest must stay in a room with a host of the same sex and with the permission of the roommate(s).”
      Overnight guests must stay with a host of the same sex.
      “Residence hall intervisitation hours are as follows: Monday – Thursday: 8:00 a.m. – midnight Friday: 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 a.m.”
      Residence halls have intervisitation hours limiting visits to rooms by non-residents.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Yes
    Sources (3)
    1. Residence Halls | University of Portlandup.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residence-halls/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Each of our residence halls has comfortable common spaces, kitchens, a pastoral resident, and caring staff to help you make it your home away from home.”
      Every residence hall has a pastoral resident.
    2. Life on the Bluff 2026-2027 (Student Handbook)up.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/lotb_26-27_final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Mass is celebrated weekly in each residence hall chapel on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. The students, members of the hall staff, and pastoral residents plan the liturgies, with the support of Campus Ministry.”
      Each residence hall has a chapel with a weekly hall Mass supported by Campus Ministry.
    3. Prayer Schedule | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/prayer-schedule.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Hall Mass Schedule for Fall and Spring 2026-27 All students are welcome to join the various residence halls on campus for their weekly celebration of Mass. Mass is celebrated in each hall by one of our Holy Cross priests and is a great time for community, prayer, and peace during the busyness of each week. Each hall hosts an after Mass social that all are welcome to attend after the conclusion of Mass.”
      Holy Cross priests celebrate a weekly Mass in each residence hall in 2026-27, followed by a hall social.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes (Special Assistant to the President for Mission (cabinet member) leads a Mission Office that runs faculty and staff mission formation retreats.)
    Sources (2)
    1. President's Leadership Cabinet | University of Portlandup.edu/about-up/office-of-the-president/presidents-leadership-cabinet.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Rev. John J. Donato, C.S.C. Special Assistant to the President for Mission”
      The President's Leadership Cabinet includes a Special Assistant to the President for Mission.
    2. MLK & Moreau Mission Retreat | University of Portlandww1.up.edu/campusministry/retreats-and-pilgrimages/mlk-moreau-retreat.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Beginning in the fall of 2025, the Mission Office led by Fr. John Donato, CSC, initiated an offering of three professional development retreats each semester.”
      A Mission Office offers mission formation retreats for faculty and staff.
BService and Catholic social teaching: Good (grade B): 70 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Service and Catholic social teaching

82 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes
    Sources (1)
    1. Moreau Center for Service and Justice | University of Portlandup.edu/faith-service/moreau-center/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “At the Moreau Center, our core commitments of solidarity, social justice, reflection, and community are all about finding common ground through serving the common good. Our dedicated staff is here to help you find opportunities where you can engage meaningfully with your community.”
      The staffed Moreau Center for Service and Justice connects students with service opportunities.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Service-learning or community engagement in the curriculumAvailable (courses or programs)
    Sources (1)
    1. Faculty Resources | University of Portland Moreau Centerww1.up.edu/moreaucenter/faculty-resources · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Community-based learning plays a central role at UP and is integrated into courses across the curriculum.”
      Community-based learning is offered in courses across the curriculum.
  • Partly: Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Offered (course, minor, or center) (THE 325 Catholic Social Teaching and Professional Ethics is one option for the 300-level theology requirement, not a required course.)
    Sources (2)
    1. THE 325 | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/courses/the-theology-and-religious-studies/300/the-325 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In this course, students will critically engage themes from Catholic Social Teaching, such as the common good, workers’ rights, human dignity, and solidarity.”
      A 300-level theology course on Catholic social teaching is offered.
    2. About the Moreau Center | University of Portlandup.edu/faith-service/moreau-center/about-the-moreau-center.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In keeping with the vision of Christian Education, written by Blessed Fr. Basil Moreau, C.S.C., founder of the Congregation of Holy Cross, the MCSJ promotes the integration of Catholic social teaching into the lives of our students.”
      The Moreau Center for Service and Justice frames its service programs by Catholic social teaching.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Two or more (Voice for Life student group and a stated commitment to support pregnant and parenting students.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Voice for Life | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/faith-sharing-communities/voice-for-life.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “As members of the University of Portland's Voice for Life, we strive to promote and defend the beauty and sanctity of every human being from the moment of conception to natural death.”
      Voice for Life is a pro-life student group listed among Campus Ministry's faith-sharing communities.
    2. Life on the Bluff 2026-2027 (Student Handbook)up.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/lotb_26-27_final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The University of Portland respects all human life and will provide support to students who are pregnant or parenting.”
      The university states it supports pregnant and parenting students, pointing them to the Health & Counseling Center and Campus Ministry.
  • 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 (Moreau Center social justice immersions (immigration, health equity, urban housing, environmental and food justice) and a Civil Rights immersion.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Current Immersion Opportunities | University of Portlandup.edu/faith-service/moreau-center/immersion-programs/immersions.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The Immigration Justice Immersion is a local immersion that explores the real and complex history of Portland's immigrant and migrant experiences.”
      The Moreau Center runs an Immigration Justice Immersion (November 2026).
      “The Urban Housing Justice Immersion is a local downtown immersion that explores the issues surrounding Portland's housing crisis, with a focus on health access and equity for unhoused women and youth.”
      The Moreau Center runs an Urban Housing Justice Immersion (spring break 2027).
    2. Faith & Service | University of Portlandup.edu/faith-service/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Our Civil Rights immersion program takes you to the U.S. South to learn about the history of the Civil Rights Movement as well as current movements for racial justice.”
      A Civil Rights immersion program is offered.
  • Yes: Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service explicitly rooted in the Catholic mission (run with campus ministry or the mission office, or framed by Catholic social teaching)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. About the Moreau Center | University of Portlandup.edu/faith-service/moreau-center/about-the-moreau-center.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In keeping with the vision of Christian Education, written by Blessed Fr. Basil Moreau, C.S.C., founder of the Congregation of Holy Cross, the MCSJ promotes the integration of Catholic social teaching into the lives of our students.”
      The Moreau Center for Service and Justice frames its service programs 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

  • During the academic year Mass is celebrated every weekday at 12:05 PM and twice on Sundays in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher, and eight residence halls hold a weekly evening Mass.
    Sources (1)
    1. Prayer Schedule | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/prayer-schedule.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
      During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.
      “The schedule is as follows: Mondays: Shipstad Hall - 8:30 pm Corrado Hall - 9:00 pm Lund Family Hall - 9:30 pm Tuesdays: Hagerty-Tyson Hall - 8:00 pm Mehling Hall - 9:15 pm Kenna Hall - 9:30 pm Wednesdays: Fields and Schoenfeldt Halls - 9:00 pm Villa Maria Hall - 9:30 pm”
      Weekly residence hall Masses are scheduled Monday through Wednesday evenings in eight halls.
  • A Holy Cross priest directs Campus Ministry, 16 Holy Cross priests and brothers live on campus, and every residence hall has a pastoral resident.
    Sources (2)
    1. Holy Cross at UP | University of Portlandww1.up.edu/holycross/holy-cross-at-up/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Fr. Tim Weed, C.S.C. - Pastoral Resident in Lund Family Hall and Director of Campus Ministry”
      A Holy Cross priest, Fr. Tim Weed, is Director of Campus Ministry.
      “There are currently 16 Holy Cross priests and brothers living in community at the University of Portland. They serve in a variety of roles including professors, administrative staff, and pastoral residents.”
      Sixteen Holy Cross priests and brothers live in community on campus.
    2. Residence Halls | University of Portlandup.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residence-halls/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Each of our residence halls has comfortable common spaces, kitchens, a pastoral resident, and caring staff to help you make it your home away from home.”
      Every residence hall has a pastoral resident.
  • The core requires two theology courses and two philosophy courses, and the core description states it is grounded by the Catholic intellectual tradition.
    Sources (2)
    1. Core Curriculum | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/core-curriculum · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Grounded by Catholic intellectual tradition and Holy Cross values, the University of Portland has strong and diverse core requirements that emphasize cross disciplinary engagement, ethical reflection, and critical thinking.”
      The core curriculum description names the Catholic intellectual tradition as its grounding.
    2. Core Curriculum Requirements | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/core-curriculum/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith & Ethics - 9 credit hours PHL 220 Engaging Ethics 3 THE 105 Engaging Ultimate Questions: Religion, Faith, and Ethics 3 THE 3-- Theological Perspectives (Any 300-level course in Theology) 3”
      All students take PHL 220, THE 105, and one 300-level theology course in the core.
      “Literacy & Dialogue - 6 credit hours ENG 112 Thinking Through Literature 3 PHL 150 Engaging Philosophy 3”
      All students take PHL 150 Engaging Philosophy in the core.
  • Kenna and Mehling are women's halls and Villa Maria is a men's hall, and overnight guests must stay with a host of the same sex.
    Sources (2)
    1. Residence Halls | University of Portlandup.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residence-halls/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Originally called Holy Cross Hall when it opened in 1959 as a men's dormitory, Kenna is now a women's dormitory.”
      Kenna Hall is a women's residence hall.
      “Built in 1964, Mehling has housed women exclusively since its opening.”
      Mehling Hall is a women's residence hall.
      “Although Villa Maria opened in 1957 as the first women's residence hall on campus and is named for the University's patroness, the Virgin Mary, it shifted to a male dormitory in the 1980's.”
      Villa Maria Hall is a men's residence hall.
    2. Life on the Bluff 2026-2027 (Student Handbook)up.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/lotb_26-27_final.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “The overnight guest must stay in a room with a host of the same sex and with the permission of the roommate(s).”
      Overnight guests must stay with a host of the same sex.

Concerns

  • No required theology course is specifically Catholic theology: THE 105 studies diverse theologies 'including from the Roman Catholic tradition,' and the second course may be any 300-level theology course.
    Sources (2)
    1. THE 105 | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/courses/the-theology-and-religious-studies/100/the-105 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Students will engage in critical, constructive, and creative studies of diverse theologies and sacred texts, including from the Roman Catholic tradition.”
      The required introductory theology course covers diverse theologies, including the Roman Catholic tradition.
    2. Core Curriculum Requirements | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/core-curriculum/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith & Ethics - 9 credit hours PHL 220 Engaging Ethics 3 THE 105 Engaging Ultimate Questions: Religion, Faith, and Ethics 3 THE 3-- Theological Perspectives (Any 300-level course in Theology) 3”
      All students take PHL 220, THE 105, and one 300-level theology course in the core.
  • Catholic social teaching is offered as an elective (THE 325) rather than as a required part of the core.
    Sources (2)
    1. THE 325 | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/courses/the-theology-and-religious-studies/300/the-325 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “In this course, students will critically engage themes from Catholic Social Teaching, such as the common good, workers’ rights, human dignity, and solidarity.”
      A 300-level theology course on Catholic social teaching is offered.
    2. Core Curriculum Requirements | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/core-curriculum/core-curriculum-requirements · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Faith & Ethics - 9 credit hours PHL 220 Engaging Ethics 3 THE 105 Engaging Ultimate Questions: Religion, Faith, and Ethics 3 THE 3-- Theological Perspectives (Any 300-level course in Theology) 3”
      All students take PHL 220, THE 105, and one 300-level theology course in the core.
  • Outside the academic year there is one Sunday Mass and confession is by appointment only.
    Sources (1)
    1. Prayer Schedule | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/sacraments-and-liturgies/prayer-schedule.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
      “Sunday Masses: 10:30 a.m. and 4:15 p.m. Daily Masses: Monday-Friday at 12:05 p.m. Adoration: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m. Confession: Tuesdays, 7:00-8:00 p.m., Fridays, 11:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.”
      During the academic year the Chapel of Christ the Teacher has two Sunday Masses, weekday Mass Monday-Friday, weekly adoration, and confession twice a week.

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Campus ministry home

University of Portland Campus Ministry (St. Mary's Student Center and Chapel of Christ the Teacher)

  • Address: MSC 151, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., Portland, OR 97203
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel, reconciliation room, offices

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Source: ww1.up.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026, up.smartcatalogiq.com, verified Oct. 8, 2026, ww1.up.edu, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

14 groups and regular activities · 9 on campus, 5 off campus

Other 1

  • World Youth Day pilgrimageOff campus
    August 2027
    Campus Ministry group attending World Youth Day.

Retreats 2

  • Hall RetreatOff campus
    September 11-12, 2026
    Annual weekend retreat for each residence hall, offered by Campus Ministry and Residence Life.
  • Sacred Music RetreatOff campus
    January 29-30, 2027
    Overnight Chapel Music retreat at Mount Angel Abbey.

Service 2

  • Andre Café hospitalityOff campus
    Fridays 5 PM
    Students volunteer with St. Andre Bessette Parish, a Holy Cross parish in Old Town Portland, serving people experiencing houselessness.
  • Moreau Center social justice immersionsOff campus
    Short immersions on immigration, urban housing, health equity, and environmental and food justice, plus a Civil Rights immersion.

Faith formation 3

  • Catholic ConversationsOn campus
    Thursdays 7:00-8:00 PM
    Student-led discussion group on Catholic teaching and culture in the Upper Room of the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.
  • Campus Spirituality TeamOn campus
    Team of 5-6 student leaders formed by Campus Ministry who plan monthly faith-based community events and attend a January retreat.
  • OCIA and Confirmation preparationOn campus
    Meetings generally begin in October
    Campus Ministry preparation for baptism, first Communion, and confirmation.

Clubs and groups 2

  • UP Rosary SocietyOn campus
    New Campus Ministry society for praying the Rosary, with Fr. John Donato, C.S.C., as chaplain.
  • Voice for LifeOn campus
    Pro-life student group listed among Campus Ministry's faith-sharing communities; supports those in crisis pregnancies through education, prayer, and service.

Liturgy and prayer 3

  • Chapel Choir and Chapel MusicOn campus
    About one Sunday Mass per month, plus special liturgies
    No-audition student choir and instrumentalists providing music for liturgies in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.
  • Liturgical ministriesOn campus
    Students serve as readers, greeters, cantors, sacristans, lay Eucharistic ministers, and altar servers at chapel and hall Masses.
  • Holy Thursday all-night adoration and Good Friday Stations of the CrossOn campus
    Paschal Triduum
    Campus Ministry hosts all-night Eucharistic adoration on Holy Thursday and Stations of the Cross on Good Friday.

Social life 1

  • Hall Masses and after-Mass socialsOn campus
    Monday-Wednesday evenings
    Weekly Mass in each residence hall celebrated by a Holy Cross priest, followed by a hall social open to all.

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 (5)
  1. Contact | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/contact/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “The primary Campus Ministry office is in St. Mary’s Student Center just behind the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone: 503.943.7131 Address: MSC 151, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., Portland, OR 97203 Email: ministry@up.edu”
    Campus Ministry's main office, phone, address, and email.
    “The primary Campus Ministry office is in St. Mary’s Student Center just behind the Chapel of Christ the Teacher. Hours: Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Phone: 503.943.7131 Address: MSC 151, 5000 N. Willamette Blvd., Portland, OR 97203 Email: ministry@up.edu”
    Campus Ministry's main office, phone, address, and email.
  2. Campus Ministry | University of Portland Bulletin 2026-2027up.smartcatalogiq.com/en/2026-2027/bulletin/division-of-student-affairs/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “Rev. Timothy Weed, C.S.C., Ed.D., director”
    The 2026-2027 Bulletin lists Rev. Timothy Weed, C.S.C., as director of Campus Ministry.
    “Campus Ministry's main offices are in St. Mary's Student Center. There is also a Campus Ministry office on the second floor of the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.”
    Campus Ministry has offices in St. Mary's Student Center and in the Chapel of Christ the Teacher.
  3. Holy Cross at UP | University of Portlandww1.up.edu/holycross/holy-cross-at-up/index.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “There are currently 16 Holy Cross priests and brothers living in community at the University of Portland. They serve in a variety of roles including professors, administrative staff, and pastoral residents.”
    Sixteen Holy Cross priests and brothers live in community on campus.
  4. Voice for Life | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/faith-sharing-communities/voice-for-life.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “As members of the University of Portland's Voice for Life, we strive to promote and defend the beauty and sanctity of every human being from the moment of conception to natural death.”
    Voice for Life is a pro-life student group listed among Campus Ministry's faith-sharing communities.
  5. Chapels | University of Portland Campus Ministryww1.up.edu/campusministry/chapels-bells-and-more/chapels.html · verified Oct. 8, 2026
    “The Chapel of Christ the Teacher is the spiritual center of campus and is open all day for quiet prayer.”
    The campus chapel is open all day for prayer.

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Academic Excellence

AAcademic Excellence: 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.
89 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.80%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.88%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,277 · ACT 28
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.9 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$19,056

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)
3,136
Total students3,457
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$28,210
Cost of attendance (per year)$73,224
Median federal debt at graduation$21,370
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
80%
First-year retention88%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$82,804
Admission rate89%
Students receiving Pell grants22%
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1277
SAT reading & writing580–670
SAT math580–700
ACT composite25–31
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 65 / 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 Portland in Oregon

The Most Reverend Alexander K. Sample, Archbishop of Portland in Oregon

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: usccb.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 209825
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (medium programs)
  • Accreditation: Northwest 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 Portland a Catholic college?
Yes. University of Portland is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Portland in Oregon. Its sponsor is Congregation of Holy Cross.
What is University of Portland’s Compass Score?
85 out of 100 (grade B). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at University of Portland?
Mass is listed at Chapel of Christ the Teacher, Shipstad Hall chapel, and Corrado Hall chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is University of Portland Compass Recommended?
Yes. University of Portland meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic identity and academics.

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