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University of Saint Mary of the Lake

  • LocationMundelein, IL
  • Type and sizePrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 203 students
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Catholic churches nearby

Map of University of Saint Mary of the Lake, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miLiturgical Institute: 0.2 mi1Fransiscan Convent: 1.0 mi2Santa Maria Del Popolo Church: 1.2 mi3St. Joseph Catholic Church: 2.4 mi4University of Saint Mary of the Lake (campus)N1 mi
CampusCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Liturgical Institute — 0.2 mi
  2. Fransiscan Convent — 1.0 mi · 1600 West Park Avenue, Libertyville
  3. Santa Maria Del Popolo Church — 1.2 mi
  4. St. Joseph Catholic Church — 2.4 mi

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Local Church

Archdiocese of Chicago

His Eminence Cardinal Blase J. Cupich, Archbishop of Chicago

Formal address: “Your Eminence”

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

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About this school’s data

  • IPEDS unit ID 148885
  • Carnegie classification: Special focus: faith-related institution
  • Accreditation: Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
  • Religious affiliation (IPEDS): Roman Catholic
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Yes. University of Saint Mary of the Lake is a Catholic college in the Archdiocese of Chicago.

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