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University of Saint Joseph

  • LocationWest Hartford, CT
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 1,939 students
  • SponsorSisters of Mercy of Connecticut
  • TraditionMercy
Official website

The University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut, was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Catholic tradition.

Mass, confession, and adoration

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Mass 1

  • Sunday7:00 PMConnor Chapel of Our Lady · During the academic year. The 2026-27 calendar lists exceptions, such as no Mass on Labor Day weekend and Fall Break.

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)
  1. USJ 2026-2027 Liturgical Calendar (PDF)usj.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Updated2026-2027LiturgicalCalendar.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “USJ Fall 2026 Liturgical Calendar- Sunday Evenings, 7pm / *Different time or Day”
    The 2026-27 liturgical calendar lists Mass on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m., with listed exceptions.

Catholic churches nearby

Map of University of Saint Joseph, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miConnor Chapel Of Our Lady: 0.1 mi1Saint Thomas the Apostle Church: 1.2 mi2Saint Justin-Saint Michael Parish: 1.8 mi3Our Lady of Sorrows Church: 2.1 mi4Cathedral of Saint Joseph: 2.1 mi5Saint Mark the Evangelist Church: 2.2 mi6Campus Ministry, Connor Chapel of Our Lady: 0.2 miUniversity of Saint Joseph (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Connor Chapel Of Our Lady — 0.1 mi · Asylum Avenue, West Hartford
  2. Saint Thomas the Apostle Church — 1.2 mi · 872 Farmington Avenue
  3. Saint Justin-Saint Michael Parish — 1.8 mi · 250 Blue Hills Avenue, Hartford
  4. Our Lady of Sorrows Church — 2.1 mi · 79 New Park Avenue, Hartford
  5. Cathedral of Saint Joseph — 2.1 mi · 140 Farmington Avenue, Hartford
  6. Saint Mark the Evangelist Church — 2.2 mi · 467 Quaker Lane South, West Hartford

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.

FSacramental life: Minimal (grade F): 0 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Sacramental life

39 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Weekday Mass on campus during the academic yearNo weekday Mass on campus (The published weekly Mass schedule and the 2026-27 liturgical calendar list Sunday evening Mass only. Recorded.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekly Mass Schedule The Campus Community is most welcome to join in the celebration of the Eucharist on Sundays in The Connor Chapel of Our Lady.”
      The campus ministry page publishes a weekly Mass schedule for Sundays in the Connor Chapel of Our Lady.
      “Sundays at 7 p.m. – Chapel”
      Sunday Mass is at 7 p.m. in the chapel; no weekday or Saturday Mass is listed on this schedule.
    2. USJ 2026-2027 Liturgical Calendar (PDF)usj.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Updated2026-2027LiturgicalCalendar.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “USJ Fall 2026 Liturgical Calendar- Sunday Evenings, 7pm / *Different time or Day”
      The 2026-27 liturgical calendar lists Mass on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m., with listed exceptions.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Sunday Mass on campus (including Saturday vigil)One weekend Mass (Mass is held during the academic year only.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sundays at 7 p.m. – Chapel”
      Sunday Mass is at 7 p.m. in the chapel; no weekday or Saturday Mass is listed on this schedule.
    2. USJ 2026-2027 Liturgical Calendar (PDF)usj.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Updated2026-2027LiturgicalCalendar.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “USJ Fall 2026 Liturgical Calendar- Sunday Evenings, 7pm / *Different time or Day”
      The 2026-27 liturgical calendar lists Mass on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m., with listed exceptions.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Scheduled confession on campusNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Eucharistic adorationNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Priests serving studentsPart-time or visiting priest (A published Mass schedule exists. The USJ Chaplain is referenced; not named on the current pages; the Director is a lay professional.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekly Mass Schedule The Campus Community is most welcome to join in the celebration of the Eucharist on Sundays in The Connor Chapel of Our Lady.”
      The campus ministry page publishes a weekly Mass schedule for Sundays in the Connor Chapel of Our Lady.
      “One-on-one meetings with the Director of Campus Ministry or our USJ Chaplain are available”
      Spiritual direction is available from the Director of Campus Ministry or the USJ Chaplain (not named on the page).
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Chapel open for prayer on campusYes (The Connor Chapel is described as serving the spiritual needs of all who enter.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Since its completion almost 60 years ago, The Chapel has continuously served the liturgical, academic and spiritual needs of all who enter.”
      The Connor Chapel of Our Lady is described as serving the spiritual needs of all who enter it.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration1 to 5 times a week (1 weekly times documented: 1 Mass, 0 confession, 0 adoration.)Computed from the verified Mass, confession, and adoration times listed on this page (each day a time is offered counts once).
CTheology and core curriculum: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Theology and core curriculum

60 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • 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 (Two 3-credit Religious Studies courses are required of students arriving from high school. Transfer students with 24 or more credits may be waived from one.)
    Sources (1)
    1. General Education Requirements | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Explore religious traditions and beliefs, while focusing on how faith intersects with issues of women, race and ethnicity, social justice, and religious pluralism. – Two courses (each course is 3 credits)”
      All students arriving from high school must take two Religious Studies courses (3 credits each).
  • 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 (Required courses are generic Religious Studies. The department states most courses take the Roman Catholic perspective.)
    Sources (2)
    1. General Education Requirements | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Explore religious traditions and beliefs, while focusing on how faith intersects with issues of women, race and ethnicity, social justice, and religious pluralism. – Two courses (each course is 3 credits)”
      All students arriving from high school must take two Religious Studies courses (3 credits each).
    2. Philosophy, Theology and Religious Studies | USJusj.edu/academics/sasbe/philosophy-theology-religious-studies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “While the majority of the courses in the program are approached from the perspective of the Roman Catholic tradition, USJ offers courses in other religious traditions”
      The department states most of its courses take the Roman Catholic perspective, while also offering other traditions; no specific required Catholic course is named.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Philosophy courses required of all bachelor's studentsOne course (One 3-credit philosophy course is required. Transfer students with 24 or more credits may be waived from it.)
    Sources (1)
    1. General Education Requirements | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Grappling with these topics will sharpen your skills in critical and independent thinking. – One course (3 credits total)”
      All students arriving from high school must take one philosophy course (3 credits).
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Core curriculum explicitly draws on the Catholic intellectual traditionNot enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Theology or religious studies major offeredYes (Religious Studies, B.A. is offered; the department describes its curriculum as Theology and Religious Studies.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Religious Studies, B.A. | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/sasbe/philosophy-theology-religious-studies/religious-studies-ba · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “A major in Religious Studies offers students the opportunity to engage deeply with religion as a powerful force shaping culture, ethics, history, and public life.”
      A Religious Studies B.A. major is offered.
  • 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.
DCampus culture and residence life: Limited (grade D): 40 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.

Campus culture and residence life

46 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Campus ministry staffing (chaplains, ministers, and professional staff)One (One named professional (Director). The USJ Chaplain is referenced; not named; the count is 1 named plus an unnamed chaplain.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Lynnette Colón, M.A., LPC Director, Campus Ministry & Community Service”
      Lynnette Colón is Director of Campus Ministry and Community Service.
      “One-on-one meetings with the Director of Campus Ministry or our USJ Chaplain are available”
      Spiritual direction is available from the Director of Campus Ministry or the USJ Chaplain (not named on the page).
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Retreats offered to students each yearOne to three (Retreats are offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “We focus on the Core Value of Catholic Identity by offering liturgical celebrations, collaborative retreats, engagement with other Catholic campus ministries”
      Campus ministry describes its Catholic Identity programming: liturgy, retreats, and engagement with other Catholic campus ministries.
      “Retreats are based on students’ expressed Spiritual needs.”
      Campus ministry offers retreats; the page does not state how many are held each year.
  • No: the school does not offer this, so it earns no points.
    Catholic student organizations and faith-formation groupsNone (Older posts naming CRS Students for Change and Catholic Hearts were not used.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Clubs and Organizations | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/office-of-student-activities/join-club · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “There are more than 20 student organizations on campus, each led by students with guidance by a faculty or staff advisor.”
      The official student organization directory lists about 20 clubs, none of them a Catholic student group.
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Single-sex residence optionsSingle-sex floors or wings only (McAuley and Rosary Halls are listed as having single gender floors.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Residence Halls | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/living-on-campus/residence-halls · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Houses approximately 40 students Single gender floors”
      McAuley Hall has single gender floors (Rosary Hall is listed the same way).
  • Partly: the school meets some of this item and earns part of the points.
    Overnight guest policy in residence hallsVisitation hours or guest limits apply (Overnight guests are allowed when registered, with limits of 3 consecutive and 6 total nights a month, and no guests during the first week or finals.)
    Sources (1)
    1. The Living Factor 2026-27 (Residential Life handbook)usj.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/The-Living-Factor-26-27.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Guests may not spend more than three consecutive nights in the residence halls, and a guest may not spend more than six nights a month in the residence halls.”
      Overnight guests are allowed with registration, subject to a limit of three consecutive nights and six nights per month.
      “Guests are not permitted during the first week of the semester and during final exams.”
      Guests are not permitted during the first week of the semester or during final exams.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Faith life in residence halls (hall chaplains, hall Masses, or faith-based living communities)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Office or senior officer for mission and Catholic identityYes (The Mission Integration Council, under the President's Office, covers integration of the Mission and Core Values.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Mission Integration Council | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/about/administrative-offices/presidents-office/mission-integration-council · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Mission Integration Council (MIC) looks at the ways in which USJ’s Mission and Core Values are integrated into the University’s classes, co-curricular activities, and campus life.”
      A Mission Integration Council reviews how the university's Mission and Core Values are integrated into academics and campus life.
    2. History, Mission, and Core Values | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/about/usj-history · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Catholic tradition, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education”
      The university was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Catholic tradition.
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

85 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Service or volunteer centerYes (An Office of Community Service runs staffed volunteer and service programs.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Community Service | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/community-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Office of Community Service promotes and facilitates service as an integral part of USJ’s teaching and learning experience”
      An Office of Community Service promotes and facilitates service opportunities.
  • 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) (Service-learning opportunities are offered.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Community Service | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/community-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Our goal is to fully engage students in the USJ experience and create interconnectedness between curricular and co-curricular service-learning opportunities.”
      The Office of Community Service aims to connect curricular and co-curricular service-learning opportunities; the page does not say service-learning is required.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Catholic social teaching in the curriculum (course, minor, center, or core requirement)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Not enough information: official sources do not document this, so it is left out of the grade rather than counted as a no.
    Pro-life engagement (student pro-life group, support for pregnant and parenting students, or institutional initiatives)Not enough information: not found in official sources.
  • Yes: 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 (Ongoing outreach programs (meals, food pantry, health clinic) and social justice trips to Nicaragua and Guatemala are listed.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Community Service | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/community-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Mercy Housing and Shelter: Friendship Center serving breakfast and lunch to anyone in need”
      Community service includes ongoing outreach programs for people in need, such as a meal program.
    2. Religious Studies, B.A. | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/sasbe/philosophy-theology-religious-studies/religious-studies-ba · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, and social justice trips in Nicaragua and Guatemala.”
      Religious Studies students have placements including social justice trips in Nicaragua and Guatemala.
  • 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 (Community service can be integrated with the Office of Campus Ministry, and service is framed by the Mercy core values.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Community Service | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/community-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “There are many opportunities to also integrate these services with the Office of Campus Ministry.”
      Community service opportunities can be integrated with the Office of Campus Ministry.

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

Strengths

  • Sunday Mass is published for 7 p.m. in the Connor Chapel of Our Lady, with a 2026-27 calendar.
    Sources (2)
    1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekly Mass Schedule The Campus Community is most welcome to join in the celebration of the Eucharist on Sundays in The Connor Chapel of Our Lady.”
      The campus ministry page publishes a weekly Mass schedule for Sundays in the Connor Chapel of Our Lady.
    2. USJ 2026-2027 Liturgical Calendar (PDF)usj.edu/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Updated2026-2027LiturgicalCalendar.pdf · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “USJ Fall 2026 Liturgical Calendar- Sunday Evenings, 7pm / *Different time or Day”
      The 2026-27 liturgical calendar lists Mass on Sunday evenings at 7 p.m., with listed exceptions.
  • The university was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Catholic tradition, and a Mission Integration Council reviews how the Mission is carried into academics and campus life.
    Sources (2)
    1. History, Mission, and Core Values | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/about/usj-history · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The University of Saint Joseph, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Catholic tradition, provides a rigorous liberal arts and professional education”
      The university was founded by the Sisters of Mercy in the Catholic tradition.
    2. Mission Integration Council | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/about/administrative-offices/presidents-office/mission-integration-council · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Mission Integration Council (MIC) looks at the ways in which USJ’s Mission and Core Values are integrated into the University’s classes, co-curricular activities, and campus life.”
      A Mission Integration Council reviews how the university's Mission and Core Values are integrated into academics and campus life.
  • A Religious Studies B.A. is offered, and two Religious Studies courses are required of all students arriving from high school.
    Sources (2)
    1. Religious Studies, B.A. | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/sasbe/philosophy-theology-religious-studies/religious-studies-ba · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “A major in Religious Studies offers students the opportunity to engage deeply with religion as a powerful force shaping culture, ethics, history, and public life.”
      A Religious Studies B.A. major is offered.
    2. General Education Requirements | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Explore religious traditions and beliefs, while focusing on how faith intersects with issues of women, race and ethnicity, social justice, and religious pluralism. – Two courses (each course is 3 credits)”
      All students arriving from high school must take two Religious Studies courses (3 credits each).
  • Community service is supported by a staffed office with ongoing outreach programs and social justice trips.
    Sources (2)
    1. Community Service | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/community-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Office of Community Service promotes and facilitates service as an integral part of USJ’s teaching and learning experience”
      An Office of Community Service promotes and facilitates service opportunities.
      “Mercy Housing and Shelter: Friendship Center serving breakfast and lunch to anyone in need”
      Community service includes ongoing outreach programs for people in need, such as a meal program.
    2. Religious Studies, B.A. | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/sasbe/philosophy-theology-religious-studies/religious-studies-ba · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “St. Elizabeth Seton Parish, and social justice trips in Nicaragua and Guatemala.”
      Religious Studies students have placements including social justice trips in Nicaragua and Guatemala.

Concerns

  • Mass is offered on Sundays only.
    Sources (1)
    1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekly Mass Schedule The Campus Community is most welcome to join in the celebration of the Eucharist on Sundays in The Connor Chapel of Our Lady.”
      The campus ministry page publishes a weekly Mass schedule for Sundays in the Connor Chapel of Our Lady.
      “Sundays at 7 p.m. – Chapel”
      Sunday Mass is at 7 p.m. in the chapel; no weekday or Saturday Mass is listed on this schedule.
  • The core requires one philosophy course and two Religious Studies courses.
    Sources (1)
    1. General Education Requirements | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/academics/general-education-requirements · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Explore religious traditions and beliefs, while focusing on how faith intersects with issues of women, race and ethnicity, social justice, and religious pluralism. – Two courses (each course is 3 credits)”
      All students arriving from high school must take two Religious Studies courses (3 credits each).
      “Grappling with these topics will sharpen your skills in critical and independent thinking. – One course (3 credits total)”
      All students arriving from high school must take one philosophy course (3 credits).

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Campus ministry home

Campus Ministry, Connor Chapel of Our Lady

  • Address: McGovern Hall 210, 1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117
  • Location: On campus
  • Facilities: chapel

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Catholic clubs and student life

2 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 1 off campus, 1 location not published

Service 2

  • Saint Mary Home Light KeepersOff campus
    One hour each week
    Student volunteers spend time with an elderly resident of neighboring Saint Mary's Home.
    usj.edu
  • Mercy Day of Service
    Each September
    A week-long celebration of service with a day of service at local non-profit organizations.
    usj.edu

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 (4)
  1. Campus Ministry | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/campus-ministry · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Weekly Mass Schedule The Campus Community is most welcome to join in the celebration of the Eucharist on Sundays in The Connor Chapel of Our Lady.”
    The campus ministry page publishes a weekly Mass schedule for Sundays in the Connor Chapel of Our Lady.
    “Lynnette Colón, M.A., LPC Director, Campus Ministry & Community Service”
    Lynnette Colón is Director of Campus Ministry and Community Service.
    “Weekly Mass Schedule The Campus Community is most welcome to join in the celebration of the Eucharist on Sundays in The Connor Chapel of Our Lady.”
    The campus ministry page publishes a weekly Mass schedule for Sundays in the Connor Chapel of Our Lady.
    “Since its completion almost 60 years ago, The Chapel has continuously served the liturgical, academic and spiritual needs of all who enter.”
    The Connor Chapel of Our Lady is described as serving the spiritual needs of all who enter it.
    “860.231.5269 McGovern Hall 210”
    The Director's office is in McGovern Hall 210.
  2. Community Service | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/student-life/community-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “The Office of Community Service promotes and facilitates service as an integral part of USJ’s teaching and learning experience”
    An Office of Community Service promotes and facilitates service opportunities.
  3. Mission Integration Council | University of Saint Joseph CTusj.edu/about/administrative-offices/presidents-office/mission-integration-council · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “The Mission Integration Council (MIC) looks at the ways in which USJ’s Mission and Core Values are integrated into the University’s classes, co-curricular activities, and campus life.”
    A Mission Integration Council reviews how the university's Mission and Core Values are integrated into academics and campus life.
  4. University of Saint Joseph, West Hartford, CTusj.edu · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “1678 Asylum Avenue West Hartford, CT 06117”
    The university's campus address is 1678 Asylum Avenue, West Hartford, CT 06117.

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Academic Excellence

CAcademic Excellence: Mixed (grade C): 55 to 100 points out of 100 on what official sources document. Grades need sources for at least 60% of the checklist.
69 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.64%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.82%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 950
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.10 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$14,562

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.

Undergraduate students
Fall enrollment (IPEDS)
879
Total students1,939
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$27,989
Cost of attendance (per year)$59,900
Median federal debt at graduation$27,000
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
64%
First-year retention82%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$59,908
Admission rate79%
Students receiving Pell grants33%
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT950
SAT reading & writing440–610
SAT math410–560
ACT composite—
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 46 / 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 Hartford

The Most Reverend Christopher J. Coyne, Archbishop of Hartford

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

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

Diocese determined from the county using NCES Catholic school records. Confirm with the diocese.

About this school’s data

  • IPEDS unit ID 130314
  • Carnegie classification: Master's university (larger programs)
  • Accreditation: New England Commission of Higher Education (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Questions families ask

Is University of Saint Joseph a Catholic college?
Yes. University of Saint Joseph is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Hartford. Its sponsor is Sisters of Mercy of Connecticut.
What is University of Saint Joseph’s Compass Score?
60 out of 100 (grade C). It combines faith (75%) and academics (25%), each rated from official sources.
Where is Mass celebrated at University of Saint Joseph?
Mass is listed at Connor Chapel of Our Lady. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

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