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University of Virginia

  • LocationCharlottesville, VA
  • Type and sizePublic · 4-year · 25,924 students
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University of Virginia is not a Catholic college. This rating measures Catholic life on campus: campus ministry, priests, Mass and confession, student groups, and nearby parishes.

Catholic Hoos is the Catholic campus ministry for the University of Virginia, based at St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish on Alderman Road and served by Dominican Friars. The ministry publishes weekday and weekend Masses, weekly confession and adoration, and a daily Mass schedule. It lists a FOCUS presence, over 30 Bible study groups, a free weekly dinner, service ministry, retreats, and OCIA.

Mass, confession, and adoration

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Mass 11

  • Saturday4:30 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Vigil.
  • Saturday8:30 AMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish
  • Sunday7:30 AMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Academic year.
  • Sunday9:00 AMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Academic year.
  • Sunday11:30 AMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Academic year.
  • Sunday5:15 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Academic year.
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  • Sunday9:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · When UVA is in session.
  • Monday–Friday8:00 AMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Academic year.
  • Monday–Friday5:15 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Academic year; with Vespers.
  • Monday, Wednesday, Friday12:25 PMUVA Chapel · When UVA is in session.
  • Thursday9:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Fireside Mass, when UVA is in session.

Confession 4

  • Sunday8:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Sunday 8 PM to 9 PM per the parish page; academic year when UVA is in session.
  • Wednesday7:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Listed as 7-8 PM on the ministry page and 7 PM to 8 PM on the parish page.
  • Thursday8:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Listed on the ministry page only.
  • Saturday9:15 AMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Ends 10:15 AM.

Adoration 4

  • Sunday8:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · When UVA is in session (parish page). Ends 9:00 PM.
  • Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday6:00 PMOur Lady Chapel, St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · When UVA is in session. The ministry page says STA Chapel; the parish page says Our Lady Chapel. The parish page is used as the more specific source. Ends 9:00 PM.
  • Wednesday1:00 PMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Academic year. Also 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM; ends 5:00 PM and 9:00 PM.
  • Saturday9:15 AMSt. Thomas Aquinas University Parish · Academic year. Ends 10:15 AM.

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 (3)
  1. Sacraments - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Saturday: 8:30am, 4:30pm (Vigil)”
    Catholic Hoos publishes Saturday Masses at 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM (vigil).
    “Saturday: 8:30am, 4:30pm (Vigil)”
    Catholic Hoos publishes Saturday Masses at 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM (vigil).
    “12:25pm at the UVA Chapel (M,W,F)”
    Catholic Hoos publishes a Mass at the UVA Chapel on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at 12:25 PM.
  2. Mass and Confession Schedule - St. Thomas Aquinas University Parishstauva.org/mass-and-confession-schedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Saturday: 4:30PM (Vigil) Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 11:30AM, 5:15PM, 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes Saturday vigil and Sunday Masses.
    “Saturday: 4:30PM (Vigil) Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 11:30AM, 5:15PM, 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes Saturday vigil and Sunday Masses.
    “Saturday: 4:30PM (Vigil) Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 11:30AM, 5:15PM, 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes Saturday vigil and Sunday Masses.
    “Saturday: 4:30PM (Vigil) Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 11:30AM, 5:15PM, 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes Saturday vigil and Sunday Masses.
    “Saturday: 4:30PM (Vigil) Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 11:30AM, 5:15PM, 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes Saturday vigil and Sunday Masses.
    “Monday–Friday: 8AM, 5:15PM with Vespers Thursday: 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes weekday Masses at 8 AM and 5:15 PM and a Thursday 9 PM Mass.
    “Monday–Friday: 8AM, 5:15PM with Vespers Thursday: 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes weekday Masses at 8 AM and 5:15 PM and a Thursday 9 PM Mass.
    “Monday–Friday: 8AM, 5:15PM with Vespers Thursday: 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes weekday Masses at 8 AM and 5:15 PM and a Thursday 9 PM Mass.
    “Sunday: 8PM–9PM (when UVA is in session) Wednesday: 7PM–8PM Saturday: 9:15AM–10:15AM”
    The parish publishes confession times.
    “Sunday: 8PM–9PM (when UVA is in session) Wednesday: 7PM–8PM Saturday: 9:15AM–10:15AM”
    The parish publishes confession times.
    “Sunday: 8PM–9PM (when UVA is in session) Wednesday: 7PM–8PM Saturday: 9:15AM–10:15AM”
    The parish publishes confession times.
    “Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 6PM–9PM (in Our Lady Chapel) (when UVA is in session)”
    The parish publishes weekday evening adoration in Our Lady Chapel.
  3. Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Confession Schedule Sunday: 8pm Wednesday: 7-8pm Thursday: 8pm Saturday: 9:15-10:15am”
    Catholic Hoos publishes a weekly confession schedule.
    “Confession Schedule Sunday: 8pm Wednesday: 7-8pm Thursday: 8pm Saturday: 9:15-10:15am”
    Catholic Hoos publishes a weekly confession schedule.
    “Adoration Schedule Sunday: 8-9pm M, T, Th, F: 6-9pm in the STA Chapel Wednesday: 1-5pm, 6-9pm Saturday: 9:15-10:15am”
    Catholic Hoos publishes an adoration schedule (academic year).
    “Adoration Schedule Sunday: 8-9pm M, T, Th, F: 6-9pm in the STA Chapel Wednesday: 1-5pm, 6-9pm Saturday: 9:15-10:15am”
    Catholic Hoos publishes an adoration schedule (academic year).

Catholic churches nearby

Map of University of Virginia, its Catholic center and nearby Catholic churches1 mi2 mi3 miSaint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church: 0.7 mi1Church of the Holy Comforter: 1.3 mi2Church of the Incarnation: 3.0 mi3St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish (home of Catholic Hoos): 0.7 miUniversity of Virginia (campus)N2 mi
CampusCatholic centerCatholic church (numbered below)Open a street map ›
  1. Saint Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church — 0.7 mi · 401 Alderman Road, Charlottesville
  2. Church of the Holy Comforter — 1.3 mi · 208 East Jefferson Street, Charlottesville
  3. Church of the Incarnation — 3.0 mi · 1465 Incarnation Drive, Charlottesville

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.

ACatholic life on campus: 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.

Catholic life on campus

100 of 100 points on what we could document.

  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic campus ministry serving this campus (Catholic center, campus ministry, or chaplaincy)Yes
    Sources (1)
    1. About - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/about · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Our goal is to reach every student at the University of Virginia with the person of Jesus Christ, the love of the Father, and the truth of the Catholic Church.”
      Catholic Hoos states it is the Catholic campus ministry for the University of Virginia.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Dedicated Catholic center or chapel on or next to campusYes (St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish, the home of Catholic Hoos, with a church and Our Lady Chapel, at 401 Alderman Road, about 0.67 mile from the IPEDS campus point.)
    Sources (1)
    1. About - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/about · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “401 Alderman Road Charlottesville, VA 22903”
      Catholic Hoos is located at St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish, 401 Alderman Road.
      “Catholic Hoos is part of a vibrant parish community served by Dominican Friars.”
      Catholic Hoos is part of the parish and is served by Dominican Friars.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Priest chaplain assigned to campus ministryFull-time priest chaplain (The staff page presents Fr. Joseph Hagan, O.P. as the Chaplain, and the parish is served by Dominican Friars.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Staff & Team - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/staff-team · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Joseph Hagan, O.P. Chaplain”
      Fr. Joseph Hagan, O.P. is listed as the Chaplain of Catholic Hoos.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Weekday Mass at the campus ministryEvery weekday (5 or more weekdays) (Weekday Mass at 8 AM, Monday to Friday, at the university parish, which is the ministry's Mass site.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Sacraments - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekday: 8am (M-F), 5:15pm (M-F)”
      Catholic Hoos publishes weekday Masses at 8 AM and 5:15 PM, Monday to Friday.
    2. Mass and Confession Schedule - St. Thomas Aquinas University Parishstauva.org/mass-and-confession-schedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Monday–Friday: 8AM, 5:15PM with Vespers Thursday: 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
      The parish publishes weekday Masses at 8 AM and 5:15 PM and a Thursday 9 PM Mass.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Sunday Mass at the campus ministry or a campus chapelTwo or more weekend Masses (Sunday Masses at 7:30 AM, 9 AM, 11:30 AM, 5:15 PM and 9 PM (9 PM when UVA is in session), plus Saturday vigil and morning Mass.)
    Sources (1)
    1. Sacraments - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sunday: 7:30am, 9am, 11:30am, 5:15pm, 9pm”
      Catholic Hoos publishes five Sunday Masses.
      “Saturday: 8:30am, 4:30pm (Vigil)”
      Catholic Hoos publishes Saturday Masses at 8:30 AM and 4:30 PM (vigil).
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Scheduled confession at the campus ministryWeekly or more often (Scheduled confession on Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday. The ministry page lists Thursday 8 PM, which the parish page omits; the ministry page is used.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Confession Schedule Sunday: 8pm Wednesday: 7-8pm Thursday: 8pm Saturday: 9:15-10:15am”
      Catholic Hoos publishes a weekly confession schedule.
    2. Mass and Confession Schedule - St. Thomas Aquinas University Parishstauva.org/mass-and-confession-schedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sunday: 8PM–9PM (when UVA is in session) Wednesday: 7PM–8PM Saturday: 9:15AM–10:15AM”
      The parish publishes confession times.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic student groups and missionary outreach (e.g., FOCUS, Saint Paul's Outreach, Knights of Columbus, Bible studies)Two or more (FOCUS (a Catholic missionary organization) and over 30 Bible study groups are documented.)
    Sources (2)
    1. Campuses - FOCUSfocus.org/about/campuses · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “University of Virginia”
      FOCUS lists the University of Virginia among the U.S. campuses it serves.
    2. Bible Studies - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/bible-studies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “We have over 30 active groups led by FOCUS missionaries and students.”
      Catholic Hoos runs more than 30 student-led and FOCUS-led Bible study groups.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Formation programs (retreats, OCIA/RCIA, service, small groups)Two or more kinds (Retreat, Bible study, service and OCIA programs are documented.)
    Sources (4)
    1. Retreats - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/retreats · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Every fall, we embark on a weekend retreat to deepen our spiritual lives with all night adoration, daily mass, spiritual talks, sports, food, and of course, a good ol campfire!”
      Catholic Hoos holds a weekend retreat each fall, with adoration and Mass.
    2. Bible Studies - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/bible-studies · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “We have over 30 active groups led by FOCUS missionaries and students.”
      Catholic Hoos runs more than 30 student-led and FOCUS-led Bible study groups.
    3. Service Ministry - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/ministries-service · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Homeless ministry is a student-run service opportunity within Catholic Hoos that seeks to know and love the homeless in our community.”
      Catholic Hoos runs a student service ministry, including homeless outreach, elderly visits, a school partnership, and a food pantry.
    4. Sacraments - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “The Order of Christian Initiation for Adults (OCIA) may be for you.”
      Catholic Hoos points students to OCIA for adults seeking initiation.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Catholic church within walking distance (computed from OpenStreetMap)Within 1 mile of campusComputed from OpenStreetMap church locations.
  • Yes: the school meets this item and earns its full points.
    Published weekly schedule of Mass, confession, and adoration30 or more times a week (32 weekly times documented: 21 Mass, 4 confession, 7 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

  • Weekday Mass at 8 AM, Monday to Friday, and multiple Sunday Masses are published by the ministry and the parish.
    Sources (2)
    1. Sacraments - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/sacraments · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Weekday: 8am (M-F), 5:15pm (M-F)”
      Catholic Hoos publishes weekday Masses at 8 AM and 5:15 PM, Monday to Friday.
    2. Mass and Confession Schedule - St. Thomas Aquinas University Parishstauva.org/mass-and-confession-schedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Monday–Friday: 8AM, 5:15PM with Vespers Thursday: 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
      The parish publishes weekday Masses at 8 AM and 5:15 PM and a Thursday 9 PM Mass.
      “Saturday: 4:30PM (Vigil) Sunday: 7:30AM, 9AM, 11:30AM, 5:15PM, 9PM (when UVA is in session)”
      The parish publishes Saturday vigil and Sunday Masses.
  • A full-time-level chaplain is named on the ministry staff page, with a Dominican priest community serving the parish.
    Sources (2)
    1. Staff & Team - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/staff-team · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Fr. Joseph Hagan, O.P. Chaplain”
      Fr. Joseph Hagan, O.P. is listed as the Chaplain of Catholic Hoos.
    2. About STA - St. Thomas Aquinas University Parishstauva.org/about-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Dominicans would provide a pastor and parochial vicars for the parish and chaplains for the University Hospital. Their mission was to the University.”
      The parish was established as a university parish served by Dominican friars with a mission to the University.
  • Scheduled confession and adoration are published weekly during the academic year.
    Sources (2)
    1. Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Confession Schedule Sunday: 8pm Wednesday: 7-8pm Thursday: 8pm Saturday: 9:15-10:15am”
      Catholic Hoos publishes a weekly confession schedule.
      “Adoration Schedule Sunday: 8-9pm M, T, Th, F: 6-9pm in the STA Chapel Wednesday: 1-5pm, 6-9pm Saturday: 9:15-10:15am”
      Catholic Hoos publishes an adoration schedule (academic year).
    2. Mass and Confession Schedule - St. Thomas Aquinas University Parishstauva.org/mass-and-confession-schedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Sunday: 8PM–9PM (when UVA is in session) Wednesday: 7PM–8PM Saturday: 9:15AM–10:15AM”
      The parish publishes confession times.

Concerns

  • The ministry and parish pages publish different adoration locations (STA Chapel and Our Lady Chapel) and differ on Thursday confession.
    Sources (2)
    1. Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Adoration Schedule Sunday: 8-9pm M, T, Th, F: 6-9pm in the STA Chapel Wednesday: 1-5pm, 6-9pm Saturday: 9:15-10:15am”
      Catholic Hoos publishes an adoration schedule (academic year).
    2. Mass and Confession Schedule - St. Thomas Aquinas University Parishstauva.org/mass-and-confession-schedule · verified Oct. 12, 2026
      “Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday: 6PM–9PM (in Our Lady Chapel) (when UVA is in session)”
      The parish publishes weekday evening adoration in Our Lady Chapel.

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The Catholic center

St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish (home of Catholic Hoos)

  • Address: 401 Alderman Road, Charlottesville, VA 22903
  • Distance from campus: 0.7 mi (straight line from the campus point in federal IPEDS data)
  • Facilities: parish church, St. Thomas Hall, Our Lady Chapel, Dominican priory beside the church

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Source: catholichoos.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, catholichoos.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026, stauva.org, verified Oct. 12, 2026

Catholic clubs and student life

11 groups and regular activities · 0 on campus, 3 off campus, 8 location not published

Retreats 3

  • SEEK conference (FOCUS)Off campus
    January 1-5, 2027
    FOCUS conference over Christmas break, in Columbus, OH.
    catholichoos.org
  • Diocese of Richmond Summit conferenceOff campus
    February 19-20, 2027
    24-hour conference in Richmond.
    catholichoos.org
  • Fall retreat
    Every fall; Fall 2026 was September 18-20
    Weekend retreat with all-night adoration, daily Mass, talks and a campfire.
    catholichoos.org

Service 2

  • Spring break mission tripsOff campus
    Spring break; 2027 trip planned March 6-14, 2027
    Mission trips; a past trip served alongside Christ in the City missionaries in Philadelphia.
    catholichoos.org
  • Service ministry (homeless outreach, elderly visits, Charlottesville Catholic School, food pantry, Habitat for Humanity)
    Weekly opportunities; homeless outreach on Fridays
    Student-run service in Charlottesville, including homeless outreach on Friday afternoons, elderly visits, weekly volunteering at Charlottesville Catholic School, and a food pantry.
    catholichoos.org

Faith formation 2

  • Student-led Bible studies
    Weekly, in homes, apartments and dorms
    Over 30 small groups led by FOCUS missionaries and students; sign-up through the ministry.
    catholichoos.org
  • OCIA (Order of Christian Initiation for Adults)
    Process for adults considering baptism, confirmation or Eucharist.
    catholichoos.org

Clubs and groups 1

  • FOCUS missionaries (Catholic Hoos FOCUS team)
    FOCUS lists the University of Virginia among its campuses; the ministry lists a FOCUS team of missionaries.
    focus.org, catholichoos.org

Liturgy and prayer 1

  • Liturgy and music ministries (altar servers, lectors, ushers, choir)
    Students serve as altar servers, lectors, sacristans, ushers and in the music ministry.
    catholichoos.org

Social life 2

  • TSUP (Tuesday Supper)
    Tuesdays 6 PM
    Free weekly dinner for all students at St. Thomas Hall.
    catholichoos.org
  • Social ministry (First-Year Common Room nights, women's and men's ministries, intramural sports, big events)
    Social events including first-year game nights, women's and men's ministry gatherings, intramural teams, and events such as a pig roast and semi-formal.
    catholichoos.org

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 (3)
  1. About - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/about · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Our goal is to reach every student at the University of Virginia with the person of Jesus Christ, the love of the Father, and the truth of the Catholic Church.”
    Catholic Hoos states it is the Catholic campus ministry for the University of Virginia.
    “401 Alderman Road Charlottesville, VA 22903”
    Catholic Hoos is located at St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish, 401 Alderman Road.
    “Catholic Hoos is part of a vibrant parish community served by Dominican Friars.”
    Catholic Hoos is part of the parish and is served by Dominican Friars.
  2. Staff & Team - Catholic Hooscatholichoos.org/staff-team · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Fr. Joseph Hagan, O.P. Chaplain”
    Fr. Joseph Hagan, O.P. is listed as the Chaplain of Catholic Hoos.
  3. About STA - St. Thomas Aquinas University Parishstauva.org/about-us · verified Oct. 12, 2026
    “Dominicans would provide a pastor and parochial vicars for the parish and chaplains for the University Hospital. Their mission was to the University.”
    The parish was established as a university parish served by Dominican friars with a mission to the University.

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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.
94 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.96%
  • First-year retention 20% of scoreThis measure counts for 20% of the Academic Excellence score.98%
  • Entering students' test scores 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.SAT 1,480 · ACT 33.5
  • Student-to-faculty ratio 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.15 to 1
  • Instructional spending per student 15% of scoreThis measure counts for 15% of the Academic Excellence score.$26,598

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)
17,612
Total students25,924
Average net price (per year)
After grants and scholarships, for students receiving federal aid
$21,565
Cost of attendance (per year)$39,926
Median federal debt at graduation$17,500
Graduation rate
First-time, full-time students finishing within 150% of normal time
96%
First-year retention98%
Median earnings 10 years after entry$86,863
Admission rate17%
Students receiving Pell grants16%
Admission test scores (middle 50% of admitted students who submitted scores)
Average SAT1480
SAT reading & writing700–760
SAT math710–780
ACT composite32–35
Test policyConsidered but not required

Value index: 78 / 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 Richmond

The Most Reverend Barry C. Knestout, Bishop of Richmond

Formal address: “Your Excellency”

Source: richmonddiocese.org, richmonddiocese.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 234076
  • Carnegie classification: Doctoral university (very high research)
  • Accreditation: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges d.b.a. Commission on Colleges and Universities (U.S. Department of Education DAPIP)
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Questions families ask

Is University of Virginia a Catholic college?
No. University of Virginia is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by Catholic Hoos (Campus Ministry for the University of Virginia).
What is University of Virginia’s Catholic Life Score?
99 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 Virginia?
Mass is listed at St. Thomas Aquinas University Parish and UVA Chapel. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is University of Virginia Compass Recommended?
Yes. University of Virginia meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

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