Is University of Rhode Island a Catholic college?

No. University of Rhode Island is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by the Catholic Center at URI (Rhody Catholic).

Where is Mass celebrated at University of Rhode Island?

Mass is listed at Chapel of the Catholic Center and Christ the King Church. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Is University of Rhode Island Compass Recommended?

Yes. University of Rhode Island meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

College · Catholic life on campus

University of Rhode Island

LocationKingston, RI
Type and sizePublic · 4-year · 17,351 students

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Catholic Life Score

Catholic life 75%Academics 25%

ACatholic life
86 of 100

BAcademics
71 of 100

Verified Oct. 12, 2026 · How the score works

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University of Rhode Island is not a Catholic college. This rating measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes.

The Catholic Center at URI, on Chapel Way in Kingston, serves University of Rhode Island students with a chaplain and FOCUS missionaries. The center lists Mass in its chapel Monday through Friday during the fall and spring semesters, a University Mass on Sundays at 6:00 PM at Christ the King Church, weekly Eucharistic adoration and confession times, Bible studies, a Wednesday supper and program, and FOCUS mission trips.

Mass, confession, and adoration

Confirm with the parish

Mass 3

Monday–Thursday5:00 PMChapel of the Catholic Center · Fall and spring semesters only.
Friday12:00 PMChapel of the Catholic Center · Fall and spring semesters only.
Sunday6:00 PMChrist the King Church · University Mass, fall and spring semesters.

Confession 2

Sunday5:00 PM–5:45 PMChrist the King Church · Before the University Mass.
Tuesday, Thursday3:45 PM–4:30 PMSacristy, during Eucharistic adoration

Adoration 3

Tuesday3:45 PM–4:45 PMChapel of the Catholic Center
Thursday3:45 PM–4:45 PMChapel of the Catholic Center
Friday11:00 AM–11:50 AMChapel of the Catholic Center

Times come only from official parish, chaplaincy, or school pages, and can change with the season. Last verified Oct. 12, 2026.

Sources for these times (1)

Mass and Prayer | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/mass · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Daily Mass is celebrated in the chapel of the Catholic Center during the Fall and Spring Semesters at the following times: Monday-Thursday @ 5:00 PM Friday @ Noon”
Daily Mass is celebrated in the Catholic Center chapel Monday through Thursday at 5:00 PM and Friday at noon during the fall and spring semesters.
“Daily Mass is celebrated in the chapel of the Catholic Center during the Fall and Spring Semesters at the following times: Monday-Thursday @ 5:00 PM Friday @ Noon”
Daily Mass is celebrated in the Catholic Center chapel Monday through Thursday at 5:00 PM and Friday at noon during the fall and spring semesters.
“Principle University Mass: Sunday @ 6:00 PM Christ the King Church University Mass is celebrated during the Fall and Spring Semesters”
The ministry's University Mass is celebrated Sundays at 6:00 PM at Christ the King Church during the fall and spring semesters.
“The Blessed Sacrament is exposed on the altar of the Chapel at the Catholic Center for prayer and worship during the Fall and Spring academic semesters: Tuesday @ 3:45-4:45pm Thursday @ 3:45-4:45pm Friday @ 11:00-11:50am”
Eucharistic adoration is held in the Catholic Center chapel on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday during the academic semesters.
“The Blessed Sacrament is exposed on the altar of the Chapel at the Catholic Center for prayer and worship during the Fall and Spring academic semesters: Tuesday @ 3:45-4:45pm Thursday @ 3:45-4:45pm Friday @ 11:00-11:50am”
Eucharistic adoration is held in the Catholic Center chapel on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday during the academic semesters.
“The Blessed Sacrament is exposed on the altar of the Chapel at the Catholic Center for prayer and worship during the Fall and Spring academic semesters: Tuesday @ 3:45-4:45pm Thursday @ 3:45-4:45pm Friday @ 11:00-11:50am”
Eucharistic adoration is held in the Catholic Center chapel on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday during the academic semesters.
“The chaplain is available for confession before the principle University Mass on Sunday evenings from 5:00pm-5:45pm at Christ the King Church.”
Confession is available Sunday evenings from 5:00 to 5:45 PM at Christ the King Church before the University Mass.
“The chaplain also hears confessions in the sacristy during Eucharistic Adoration on Tuesday, 3:45-4:30pm Thursday, 3:45-4:30pm”
The chaplain hears confessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM during Eucharistic adoration.

Catholic churches nearby

CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›

Christ the King Catholic Church — 0.3 mi · 180 Old North Road, Kingston

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

Catholic life 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.

Catholic life on campus

86 of 100 points on what we could document.

Yes:
Catholic campus ministry serving this campus (Catholic center, campus ministry, or chaplaincy)Yes
Sources (2)
1. Faith Groups | Religious Life at URIweb.uri.edu/chaplains/faith-groups · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Catholic Center Find a welcoming community and a variety of ongoing events.”
  The university's religious life page lists a Catholic Center among its faith groups.
2. The Catholic Center | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “The Catholic Center is located between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building/Commuter Lot 90 Chapel Way Kingston, RI 02881”
  The Catholic Center is at 90 Chapel Way in Kingston, between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building.
Yes:
Dedicated Catholic center or chapel on or next to campusYes (The center is located at 90 Chapel Way, between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building, with a chapel.)
Sources (2)
1. The Catholic Center | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “The Catholic Center is located between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building/Commuter Lot 90 Chapel Way Kingston, RI 02881”
  The Catholic Center is at 90 Chapel Way in Kingston, between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building.
2. About the CC | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/about-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “All are invited to visit the Center for prayer in our chapel, friendship, study, and to relax in the game room.”
  The Catholic Center has a chapel, study space, and a game room.
Partly:
Priest chaplain assigned to campus ministryPart-time or shared priest (The staff page presents the priest as Chaplain/Director of the Catholic Center, and also says he serves as chaplain at Prout School; recorded as a shared priest. The page gives only his first name.)
Sources (1)
1. Chaplain/Director | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Father Patrick was the Assistant Pastor at Saint Philip Church in Greenville, RI from 2024-2026, before being assigned to the Catholic Center at URI, beginning on July 1, 2026. He also serves as the Chaplain at the Prout School in Kingston, RI.”
  Father Patrick is listed as Chaplain/Director of the Catholic Center from July 1, 2026, and also serves as chaplain at Prout School.
Yes:
Weekday Mass at the campus ministryEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (Daily Mass in the center's chapel during fall and spring semesters: Monday to Thursday at 5:00 PM and Friday at noon.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass and Prayer | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/mass · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Daily Mass is celebrated in the chapel of the Catholic Center during the Fall and Spring Semesters at the following times: Monday-Thursday @ 5:00 PM Friday @ Noon”
  Daily Mass is celebrated in the Catholic Center chapel Monday through Thursday at 5:00 PM and Friday at noon during the fall and spring semesters.
Partly:
Sunday Mass at the campus ministry or a campus chapelOne weekend Mass (The Sunday University Mass is the ministry's own Mass, held at Christ the King Church rather than in a campus chapel. Other Sunday Masses at that parish are not counted. Recorded under the rule for ministry-run Masses at an ordinary parish.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass and Prayer | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/mass · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Principle University Mass: Sunday @ 6:00 PM Christ the King Church University Mass is celebrated during the Fall and Spring Semesters”
  The ministry's University Mass is celebrated Sundays at 6:00 PM at Christ the King Church during the fall and spring semesters.
Yes:
Scheduled confession at the campus ministryWeekly or more often (Scheduled confession on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:45 to 4:30 PM, in the sacristy during Eucharistic adoration, plus Sunday confession before the University Mass at Christ the King Church.)
Sources (1)
1. Mass and Prayer | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/mass · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “The chaplain also hears confessions in the sacristy during Eucharistic Adoration on Tuesday, 3:45-4:30pm Thursday, 3:45-4:30pm”
  The chaplain hears confessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM during Eucharistic adoration.
Yes:
Catholic student groups and missionary outreach (e.g., FOCUS, Saint Paul's Outreach, Knights of Columbus, Bible studies)Two or more
Sources (3)
1. FOCUS Missionaries | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/focus-missionaries · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “URI is served by a team of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) missionaries who work closely with the chaplain to bring the gospel to campus.”
  A team of FOCUS missionaries serves URI students alongside the chaplain.
2. Rhody Catholic Organization | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/student-executive-board · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “RCO is a grouping of programs, activities and leadership teams that was once known as the Newman Club.”
  Rhody Catholic Organization is the student organization of the Catholic Center, with programs and leadership teams.
3. Bible Studies | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/bible-studies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Throughout the week, students gather in small groups to reflect with a leader on Bible passages that have practical implications for their day-to-day lives.”
  Student Bible studies meet in small groups throughout the week at the Catholic Center.
Yes:
Formation programs (retreats, OCIA/RCIA, service, small groups)Two or more kinds
Sources (2)
1. Bible Studies | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/bible-studies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Throughout the week, students gather in small groups to reflect with a leader on Bible passages that have practical implications for their day-to-day lives.”
  Student Bible studies meet in small groups throughout the week at the Catholic Center.
2. Mission Trips | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/mission-trips · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “partner with FOCUS Missions to provide as many opportunities for as many students as possible to participate in mission trips throughout the world.”
  The Catholic Center partners with FOCUS Missions to offer student mission trips.
Yes:
Catholic church within walking distance (computed from OpenStreetMap)Within 1 mile of campusComputed from OpenStreetMap church locations.
Partly:
Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration12 to 19 times a week (12 weekly times documented: 6 Mass, 3 confession, 3 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).

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

Strengths

Mass is celebrated in the Catholic Center chapel Monday through Friday during the fall and spring semesters.
Sources (1)
1. Mass and Prayer | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/mass · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Daily Mass is celebrated in the chapel of the Catholic Center during the Fall and Spring Semesters at the following times: Monday-Thursday @ 5:00 PM Friday @ Noon”
  Daily Mass is celebrated in the Catholic Center chapel Monday through Thursday at 5:00 PM and Friday at noon during the fall and spring semesters.
The center lists weekly confession, Eucharistic adoration, Bible studies, and a Wednesday supper and program.
Sources (3)
1. Mass and Prayer | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/mass · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “The chaplain also hears confessions in the sacristy during Eucharistic Adoration on Tuesday, 3:45-4:30pm Thursday, 3:45-4:30pm”
  The chaplain hears confessions on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:45 to 4:30 PM during Eucharistic adoration.
  “The Blessed Sacrament is exposed on the altar of the Chapel at the Catholic Center for prayer and worship during the Fall and Spring academic semesters: Tuesday @ 3:45-4:45pm Thursday @ 3:45-4:45pm Friday @ 11:00-11:50am”
  Eucharistic adoration is held in the Catholic Center chapel on Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday during the academic semesters.
2. Bible Studies | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/bible-studies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Throughout the week, students gather in small groups to reflect with a leader on Bible passages that have practical implications for their day-to-day lives.”
  Student Bible studies meet in small groups throughout the week at the Catholic Center.
3. Rhody Catholic Event | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/rhody-catholic-event · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Each Wednesday, we gather for Mass at 5:00 PM followed by a home-cooked dinner”
  The Rhody Catholic Event begins with Mass at 5:00 PM and a home-cooked dinner each Wednesday.

Concerns

The Sunday University Mass is held at Christ the King Church rather than in a campus chapel.
Sources (1)
1. Mass and Prayer | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/mass · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Principle University Mass: Sunday @ 6:00 PM Christ the King Church University Mass is celebrated during the Fall and Spring Semesters”
  The ministry's University Mass is celebrated Sundays at 6:00 PM at Christ the King Church during the fall and spring semesters.
The chaplain is shared with Prout School, according to the staff page.
Sources (1)
1. Chaplain/Director | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/staff · verified Oct. 12, 2026
  “Father Patrick was the Assistant Pastor at Saint Philip Church in Greenville, RI from 2024-2026, before being assigned to the Catholic Center at URI, beginning on July 1, 2026. He also serves as the Chaplain at the Prout School in Kingston, RI.”
  Father Patrick is listed as Chaplain/Director of the Catholic Center from July 1, 2026, and also serves as chaplain at Prout School.

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The Catholic center

The Catholic Center at URI (Rhody Catholic)

Address: 90 Chapel Way, Kingston, RI 02881
Location: On campus
Facilities: chapel, library, game room

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Source: web.uri.edu, verified Oct. 12, 2026, rhodycatholic.com, verified Oct. 12, 2026, rhodycatholic.com, verified Oct. 12, 2026, rhodycatholic.com, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

9 groups and regular activities · 5 on campus, 1 off campus, 3 location not published

Service 1

FOCUS mission tripsOff campus
Immersive mission trips through FOCUS Missions with students from other campuses.
rhodycatholic.com

Faith formation 1

Bible studiesOn campus
Throughout the week
Small-group Bible studies led by a leader; all studies are held at the Catholic Center.
rhodycatholic.com

Clubs and groups 2

FOCUS missionariesOn campus
A FOCUS missionary team that works with the chaplain to bring the gospel to campus.
rhodycatholic.com
Rhody Catholic Organization
Student organization of the Catholic Center with programs, activities, and leadership teams.
rhodycatholic.com

Liturgy and prayer 3

Daily Mass at the Catholic CenterOn campus
Monday to Thursday 5:00 PM; Friday noon; fall and spring semesters
Daily Mass celebrated in the chapel of the Catholic Center.
rhodycatholic.com
Eucharistic adorationOn campus
Tuesday and Thursday 3:45-4:45 PM; Friday 11:00-11:50 AM
Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament in the Catholic Center chapel during the academic semesters.
rhodycatholic.com
University Mass
Sundays 6:00 PM, fall and spring semesters
The ministry's Sunday University Mass, celebrated at Christ the King Church.
rhodycatholic.com

Social life 2

Chapel, library, and game roomOn campus
Prayer in the chapel, study in the library, and pool, air hockey, and ping-pong at the Catholic Center.
rhodycatholic.com
Rhody Catholic Event
Wednesdays, after the 5:00 PM Mass
Home-cooked dinner followed by a catechetical, service, or social event.
rhodycatholic.com, rhodycatholic.com

Everything listed is published by the school, its campus ministry, or the parish. Ask the campus minister what’s happening this semester.

Catholic campus ministry

Sources (5)

Faith Groups | Religious Life at URIweb.uri.edu/chaplains/faith-groups · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Catholic Center Find a welcoming community and a variety of ongoing events.”
The university's religious life page lists a Catholic Center among its faith groups.
“Catholic Center Find a welcoming community and a variety of ongoing events.”
The university's religious life page lists a Catholic Center among its faith groups.
The Catholic Center | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/contact-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“The Catholic Center is located between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building/Commuter Lot 90 Chapel Way Kingston, RI 02881”
The Catholic Center is at 90 Chapel Way in Kingston, between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building.
“The Catholic Center is located between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building/Commuter Lot 90 Chapel Way Kingston, RI 02881”
The Catholic Center is at 90 Chapel Way in Kingston, between the Emporium and the Fine Arts Building.
FOCUS Missionaries | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/focus-missionaries · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“URI is served by a team of FOCUS (Fellowship of Catholic University Students) missionaries who work closely with the chaplain to bring the gospel to campus.”
A team of FOCUS missionaries serves URI students alongside the chaplain.
About the CC | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/about-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“All are invited to visit the Center for prayer in our chapel, friendship, study, and to relax in the game room.”
The Catholic Center has a chapel, study space, and a game room.
Catholic Center Happenings | The Catholic Center at URIrhodycatholic.com/events-1 · verified Oct. 12, 2026
“Join us at the Catholic Center to pray in the chapel, grab a free coffee or snack, study in the library, play pool, air hockey, ping-pong.”
The Catholic Center offers a chapel, library study, and game tables for students.

Reach out

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My rating and notes

Academic Excellence

71 of 100

From federal data, on fixed published scales.

Each measure counts for the share shown.

Graduation rate 35% of score73%
First-year retention 20% of score84%
Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreSAT 1,160
Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of score17 to 1
Instructional spending per student 15% of score$10,555

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)	14,670
Total students	17,351
Average net price (per year) After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid	$21,440
Cost of attendance (per year)	$34,321
Median federal debt at graduation	$22,250
Graduation rate First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time	73%
First-year retention	84%
Median earnings 10 years after entry	$69,743
Admission rate	72%
Students receiving Pell grants	22%

Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT	1160
SAT reading & writing	520–650
SAT math	500–630
ACT composite	—
Test policy	Considered but not required

Value index: 67 / 100 (how it’s computed)

Sources: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · Net price calculator
College Scorecard, most recent cohorts (data release 06/10/2026); IPEDS 2024-25 directory and institutional characteristics; fall 2023 enrollment.

Local Church

Diocese of Providence

The Most Reverend Bruce Lewandowski, Bishop of Providence

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 217484
Carnegie classification: Doctoral university (high research)
Accreditation: New England Commission of Higher Education (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
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Questions families ask

Is University of Rhode Island a Catholic college?: No. University of Rhode Island is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by the Catholic Center at URI (Rhody Catholic).
What is University of Rhode Island’s Catholic Life Score?: 82 out of 100 (grade A). It measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes, together with academics.
Where is Mass celebrated at University of Rhode Island?: Mass is listed at Chapel of the Catholic Center and Christ the King Church. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is University of Rhode Island Compass Recommended?: Yes. University of Rhode Island meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

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