Is University of Massachusetts-Amherst a Catholic college?

No. University of Massachusetts-Amherst is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by Newman Catholic Center (Newman UMass).

Where is Mass celebrated at University of Massachusetts-Amherst?

Mass is listed at Newman Catholic Center and St. Brigid. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.

Is University of Massachusetts-Amherst Compass Recommended?

Yes. University of Massachusetts-Amherst meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

Universidad · Vida católica en el campus

University of Massachusetts-Amherst

UbicaciónAmherst, MA
Tipo y tamañoPública · de 4 años · 31,810 estudiantes

Sitio web oficial Insignia del Cuadro de Honor de la pastoral universitaria

Puntuación de Vida Católica

Vida católica 75%Académicos 25%

AVida católica
90 de 100

AAcadémicos
89 de 100

Verificado el 8 oct. 2026 · Cómo funciona la puntuación

Cuadro de Honor de la Pastoral UniversitariaRecomendado por CompassQué significan las insignias

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

The Newman Catholic Center, in a building constructed in 2023 on Thatcher Road on the UMass Amherst campus, serves UMass and Five College students; its director is Fr. Valentine Nworah, who is also administrator of St. Brigid's Parish in Amherst, and a five-member FOCUS team serves there. The center lists Mass Monday through Wednesday evenings, Friday at midday, Saturday morning, and twice on Sunday, with a Wednesday evening student holy hour with adoration and confession. Students are offered the Newman Catholic Student Association, FOCUS Bible studies, men's and women's nights, a monthly Newman Night, OCIA, and a retreat each semester.

Misa, confesión y adoración

Confirme con la parroquia

Misa 9

Monday–Wednesday5:30 p. m.Newman Catholic Center · Durante el año académico.
Viernes12:15 p. m.Newman Catholic Center
Sábado9:00 a. m.Newman Catholic Center · Daily Mass (not a Sunday vigil).
Domingo10:30 a. m.Newman Catholic Center · Community choir.
Domingo7:00 p. m.Newman Catholic Center · During the academic year; student choir.
Lunes a jueves8:00 a. m.St. Brigid · Parish Mass listed on the Newman Center's Mass Times page.

Show 3 more mass times

Sábado4:30 p. m.St. Brigid · Parish Mass listed on the Newman Center's Mass Times page.
Domingo8:00 a. m.St. Brigid · Parish Mass listed on the Newman Center's Mass Times page.
Domingo12:30 p. m.St. Brigid · Español.

Confesión 2

Miércoles7:00 p. m.–8:00 p. m.Newman Catholic Center · During the student Holy Hour; also by appointment.
Sábado3:30 p. m.–4:00 p. m.St. Brigid

Adoración 2

Miércoles7:00 p. m.–8:00 p. m.Newman Catholic Center · Student Holy Hour, during the academic year.
Jueves8:30 a. m.–6:00 p. m.St. Brigid's Church · Parish adoration after the 8:00 AM Mass; the last hour (5-6 PM) is a Spanish Holy Hour (October 2026 bulletin).

Los horarios provienen solo de páginas oficiales de parroquias, capellanías o escuelas, y pueden cambiar según la temporada. Última verificación: 8 oct. 2026.

Fuentes de estos horarios (4)

MASS TIMES | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 5:30 pm- Newman*During academic year Thursday 8:00 am- St. Brigid Friday 12:15 pm- Newman”
Weekday Mass is at Newman Monday-Wednesday at 5:30 PM (academic year) and Friday at 12:15 PM; St. Brigid has Mass Monday-Thursday at 8:00 AM.
“Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 5:30 pm- Newman*During academic year Thursday 8:00 am- St. Brigid Friday 12:15 pm- Newman”
Weekday Mass is at Newman Monday-Wednesday at 5:30 PM (academic year) and Friday at 12:15 PM; St. Brigid has Mass Monday-Thursday at 8:00 AM.
“Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
“Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
“Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
“Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 5:30 pm- Newman*During academic year Thursday 8:00 am- St. Brigid Friday 12:15 pm- Newman”
Weekday Mass is at Newman Monday-Wednesday at 5:30 PM (academic year) and Friday at 12:15 PM; St. Brigid has Mass Monday-Thursday at 8:00 AM.
“Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
“Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
“Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
Go to Confession | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/go-to-confession · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Saturday 3:30- 4:00 pm- St. Brigid Wednesday 7:00-8:00 pm- Newman *During student Holy Hour”
Confession is heard Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM at Newman during the student Holy Hour and Saturdays 3:30-4:00 PM at St. Brigid.
“Saturday 3:30- 4:00 pm- St. Brigid Wednesday 7:00-8:00 pm- Newman *During student Holy Hour”
Confession is heard Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM at Newman during the student Holy Hour and Saturdays 3:30-4:00 PM at St. Brigid.
Find Adoration Times | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about-1 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Wednesdays at Newman 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm *For students during the academic year Thursdays at St. Brigid Following 8:00 am Mass- 6:00 pm”
Eucharistic adoration is held Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM at Newman for students during the academic year, and Thursdays at St. Brigid from after the 8:00 AM Mass until 6:00 PM.
Amherst Catholic Community bulletin, October 4, 2026 (Newman UMass)newmanumass.org/_files/ugd/72b685_ec5a704cdc574385a7b5f6f559e4ba99.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Thursdays 8:30am-6:00pm Jueves 8:30 am-6:00 pm St. Brigid’s Church”
Eucharistic adoration is held Thursdays 8:30 AM-6:00 PM at St. Brigid's Church (October 2026 bulletin).

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St. Brigid's Church — 0.7 mi · 122 North Pleasant Street

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Ficha de vida católica

Cada línea es un aspecto que buscamos. Una marca significa sí, media marca significa en parte, un guion significa no. “Información insuficiente” significa que las fuentes oficiales no lo indican.

Vida católica en el campus

90 de 100 puntos según lo que pudimos documentar.

Sí:
Pastoral universitaria católica que atiende este campus (centro católico, pastoral universitaria o capellanía)Sí (The Newman Catholic Center says its center and staff are dedicated to the students of UMass Amherst and visiting Five College students, and that its ministry works through student organizations and FOCUS missionaries. FOCUS lists UMass Amherst among its campuses.)
Fuentes (2)
1. ABOUT | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our Center and its staff are dedicated to the students of UMass Amherst & visiting students from the Five College Consortium (Smith, Mt. Holyoke, Amherst & Hampshire Colleges).”
  The Newman Catholic Center and its staff serve UMass Amherst students and visiting Five College students.
  “This ministry serves through a variety of events, liturgies and devotionals arranged by our student organizations: the Esselen Peer Ministers, the Newman Catholic Student Association and through the guidance and assistance of our FOCUS Missionaries.”
  The ministry's student organizations are the Esselen Peer Ministers and the Newman Catholic Student Association, assisted by FOCUS missionaries.
2. University of Massachusetts Amherst - FOCUSfocus.org/campus/university-of-massachusetts-amherst · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “McLaughlin Heidi McLaughlin Kindler Henry Kindler Navarro Lourdes Navarro Hernandez Julio Hernandez Sulva Julie Sulva”
  FOCUS lists five missionaries at UMass Amherst: Heidi McLaughlin, Henry Kindler, Lourdes Navarro, Julio Hernandez, and Julie Sulva.
Sí:
Centro o capilla católica dedicada en el campus o junto a élSí (The Newman Catholic Center, at 111 Thatcher Rd., describes itself as located in the heart of the UMass Amherst campus, in a new center constructed in 2023, with a cafe, study rooms, a library, and recreation space; its Mass Times page places Masses at Newman.)
Fuentes (2)
1. ABOUT | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Located in the heart of the campus of UMass Amherst, the Newman Catholic Center shines on Thatcher Rd. - the site of our new Center constructed in 2023.”
  The Newman Catholic Center is on Thatcher Rd. in the heart of the UMass Amherst campus, in a center constructed in 2023.
2. HOME | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Contact 111 Thatcher Rd. Amherst, MA 01003 413-549-0300 newmansecretary@diospringfield.org”
  The Newman Catholic Center is at 111 Thatcher Rd., Amherst, MA 01003; phone 413-549-0300.
  “Find a quiet place to study in one of our study rooms, grab a friend or two to come play pool, chess or checkers at our tables, sit and read in our library or grab a bite to eat from the cafe and enjoy some sunshine out on our patio.”
  The center has study rooms, pool, chess and checkers tables, a library, a cafe, and a patio.
Sí:
Capellán sacerdote asignado a la pastoral universitariaCapellán sacerdote de tiempo completo (Fr. Valentine Nworah is presented as the Newman Center's Executive Director (Director); the About page says he also ministers to St. Brigid's Parish in Amherst as Administrator, and the October 2026 bulletin lists Fr. Kevin Alisigwe as parochial vicar of both St. Brigid's and the Newman Center. A named priest presented as the ministry's director.)
Fuentes (2)
1. ABOUT | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our Executive Director is Fr. Valentine Nworah. Fr. Valentine also ministers to the parish community of St. Brigid's in Amherst as Administrator. Deacon Thomas Lynch is our resident Deacon and assists in all ministries of both Newman and St. Brigid's.”
  Fr. Valentine Nworah is the Newman Center's Executive Director and also administrator of St. Brigid's Parish in Amherst; Deacon Thomas Lynch is the resident deacon.
  “Fr. Valentine Nworah Director v.nworah@diospringfield.org 413-549-0300, ext. 101”
  Fr. Valentine Nworah, Director, can be reached at v.nworah@diospringfield.org or 413-549-0300, ext. 101.
2. Amherst Catholic Community bulletin, October 4, 2026 (Newman UMass)newmanumass.org/_files/ugd/72b685_ec5a704cdc574385a7b5f6f559e4ba99.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “St. Brigid’s Parish & Newman Catholic Center Parochial Vicar: Rev Fr. Kevin Alisigwe”
  The October 4, 2026 bulletin lists Fr. Kevin Alisigwe as parochial vicar of St. Brigid's Parish and the Newman Catholic Center.
En parte:
Misa entre semana en la pastoral universitaria1–4 días entre semana (Mass at Newman Monday through Wednesday at 5:30 PM (during the academic year) and Friday at 12:15 PM: four weekdays. Thursday's only Mass is at 8:00 AM at St. Brigid, an ordinary parish, which is listed in schedules; not counted.)
Fuentes (1)
1. MASS TIMES | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 5:30 pm- Newman*During academic year Thursday 8:00 am- St. Brigid Friday 12:15 pm- Newman”
  Weekday Mass is at Newman Monday-Wednesday at 5:30 PM (academic year) and Friday at 12:15 PM; St. Brigid has Mass Monday-Thursday at 8:00 AM.
Sí:
Misa dominical en la pastoral universitaria o en una capilla del campusDos o más Misas de fin de semana (Sunday Masses at Newman at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (the 7 PM during the academic year). The Saturday 9:00 AM Newman Mass is labeled a daily Mass, not a vigil. St. Brigid's Saturday 4:30 PM vigil and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses are listed in schedules; not counted.)
Fuentes (1)
1. MASS TIMES | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
  Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
Sí:
Confesión con horario fijo en la pastoral universitariaSemanal o con más frecuencia (Confession Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM at Newman during the student Holy Hour, per the Confession page and the October 4, 2026 bulletin's weekly events; also by appointment with Fr. Valentine. St. Brigid's Saturday 3:30-4:00 PM confession is listed in schedules; not counted.)
Fuentes (2)
1. Go to Confession | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/go-to-confession · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Saturday 3:30- 4:00 pm- St. Brigid Wednesday 7:00-8:00 pm- Newman *During student Holy Hour”
  Confession is heard Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM at Newman during the student Holy Hour and Saturdays 3:30-4:00 PM at St. Brigid.
2. Amherst Catholic Community bulletin, October 4, 2026 (Newman UMass)newmanumass.org/_files/ugd/72b685_ec5a704cdc574385a7b5f6f559e4ba99.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “07:00 pm – Students Holy Hour & Confessions (NCC)”
  The October 4, 2026 bulletin's weekly events list a Wednesday 7:00 PM students' holy hour with confessions at the Newman Catholic Center.
Sí:
Grupos estudiantiles católicos y misiones (p. ej., FOCUS, Saint Paul's Outreach, Knights of Columbus, estudios bíblicos)Dos o más (The Newman Catholic Student Association (described by the Newman Center as a registered student organization at UMass Amherst), the Esselen Peer Ministers, a FOCUS team (five missionaries on focus.org and in the bulletin) leading Bible studies, and weekly men's and women's nights.)
Fuentes (3)
1. I am a student | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/get-involved · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Newman Catholic Student Association (NCSA), a registered student organization at UMass Amherst, is a faith-based community that promotes the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and the spiritual growth of others.”
  The Newman Catholic Student Association is described as a registered student organization at UMass Amherst.
  “Come encounter God's love through outdoor activities, conferences, communal events, retreats, and international service trips and pilgrimages! NCSA is open to all Five-College students.”
  NCSA offers outdoor activities, conferences, communal events, retreats, and international service trips and pilgrimages, open to all Five College students.
  “Our Bible studies are lead by our FOCUS team. We are grateful for them and they are excited to be here to assist you in your spiritual journey. There are many different days and times that Bible studies are offered”
  The FOCUS team leads Bible studies offered on many different days and times.
  “Women's Night- Mondays at 7:00 pm Men's Night- Tuesdays 7:00 pm”
  Women's Night meets Mondays at 7:00 PM and Men's Night Tuesdays at 7:00 PM.
2. University of Massachusetts Amherst - FOCUSfocus.org/campus/university-of-massachusetts-amherst · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “McLaughlin Heidi McLaughlin Kindler Henry Kindler Navarro Lourdes Navarro Hernandez Julio Hernandez Sulva Julie Sulva”
  FOCUS lists five missionaries at UMass Amherst: Heidi McLaughlin, Henry Kindler, Lourdes Navarro, Julio Hernandez, and Julie Sulva.
3. ABOUT | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “This ministry serves through a variety of events, liturgies and devotionals arranged by our student organizations: the Esselen Peer Ministers, the Newman Catholic Student Association and through the guidance and assistance of our FOCUS Missionaries.”
  The ministry's student organizations are the Esselen Peer Ministers and the Newman Catholic Student Association, assisted by FOCUS missionaries.
Sí:
Programas de formación (retiros, OCIA/RCIA, servicio, grupos pequeños)Dos o más tipos (FOCUS Bible studies (small groups), a monthly Newman Night with speakers and a meal, OCIA (led by Deacon Tom Lynch for students and adults), and a student-led weekend retreat each semester (October and April; a Fall Retreat 2026 registration page is posted).)
Fuentes (4)
1. I am a student | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/get-involved · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our Bible studies are lead by our FOCUS team. We are grateful for them and they are excited to be here to assist you in your spiritual journey. There are many different days and times that Bible studies are offered”
  The FOCUS team leads Bible studies offered on many different days and times.
  “Once a month- please email for list of dates Join us are we hear from different speakers on faith related topics, join in discussion and share a meal together!”
  Newman Night is held once a month with speakers on faith topics, discussion, and a shared meal.
  “Organized and put on by the student leadership, once a semester (October and April) we offer a retreat for those looking to reorient themselves.”
  A student-led retreat is offered once a semester, in October and April.
2. Register for Retreat | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/register-for-golf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Fall Retreat 2026”
  The Newman Center's Register for Retreat page is posted for the Fall Retreat 2026.
3. Become Catholic | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/become-catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Church offers the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) as a process of study, exploration, faith sharing, and faith formation with specific liturgical rites for seekers and inquirers.”
  The Newman Center offers OCIA for those seeking to become Catholic.
4. Amherst Catholic Community bulletin, October 4, 2026 (Newman UMass)newmanumass.org/_files/ugd/72b685_ec5a704cdc574385a7b5f6f559e4ba99.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “OCIA & Confirmation for Students/Adults: Deacon Thomas (Tom) Lynch, 413-549-0300 / t.lynch@diospringfield.org”
  Deacon Tom Lynch is the contact for OCIA and Confirmation for students and adults.
Sí:
Iglesia católica a distancia de caminata (calculado a partir de OpenStreetMap)A menos de 1 milla del campusCalculado a partir de las ubicaciones de iglesias en OpenStreetMap.
En parte:
Horario semanal publicado de Misa, confesión y adoraciónDe 12 a 19 veces por semana (18 horarios semanales documentados: 14 de Misa, 2 de confesión, 2 de adoración.)Calculado a partir de los horarios verificados de Misa, confesión y adoración que aparecen en esta página (cada día con horario cuenta una vez).

Las calificaciones provienen de los indicadores documentados de la rúbrica. “Información insuficiente” no significa que la escuela no lo tenga.

Fortalezas

The Newman Catholic Center is on the UMass Amherst campus in a building constructed in 2023, with a cafe that takes student meal cards, study rooms, a library, and recreation space, open until 10:30 PM Sunday through Thursday during the academic year.
Fuentes (2)
1. ABOUT | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Located in the heart of the campus of UMass Amherst, the Newman Catholic Center shines on Thatcher Rd. - the site of our new Center constructed in 2023.”
  The Newman Catholic Center is on Thatcher Rd. in the heart of the UMass Amherst campus, in a center constructed in 2023.
2. HOME | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Find a quiet place to study in one of our study rooms, grab a friend or two to come play pool, chess or checkers at our tables, sit and read in our library or grab a bite to eat from the cafe and enjoy some sunshine out on our patio.”
  The center has study rooms, pool, chess and checkers tables, a library, a cafe, and a patio.
  “Come eat at the Newman Cafe-located on the first floor of our building. Students can swipe meal cards to get Breakfast All Day!”
  The Newman Cafe on the center's first floor accepts student meal cards.
  “Building Hours Sunday-Thursday 8:00 am-10:30 pm *During academic year (5:00 pm otherwise)”
  The center is open Sunday-Thursday 8:00 AM-10:30 PM during the academic year.
A priest directs the center, a parochial vicar and a deacon serve it, and FOCUS lists five missionaries at UMass Amherst.
Fuentes (3)
1. ABOUT | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Our Executive Director is Fr. Valentine Nworah. Fr. Valentine also ministers to the parish community of St. Brigid's in Amherst as Administrator. Deacon Thomas Lynch is our resident Deacon and assists in all ministries of both Newman and St. Brigid's.”
  Fr. Valentine Nworah is the Newman Center's Executive Director and also administrator of St. Brigid's Parish in Amherst; Deacon Thomas Lynch is the resident deacon.
2. Amherst Catholic Community bulletin, October 4, 2026 (Newman UMass)newmanumass.org/_files/ugd/72b685_ec5a704cdc574385a7b5f6f559e4ba99.pdf · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “St. Brigid’s Parish & Newman Catholic Center Parochial Vicar: Rev Fr. Kevin Alisigwe”
  The October 4, 2026 bulletin lists Fr. Kevin Alisigwe as parochial vicar of St. Brigid's Parish and the Newman Catholic Center.
3. University of Massachusetts Amherst - FOCUSfocus.org/campus/university-of-massachusetts-amherst · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “McLaughlin Heidi McLaughlin Kindler Henry Kindler Navarro Lourdes Navarro Hernandez Julio Hernandez Sulva Julie Sulva”
  FOCUS lists five missionaries at UMass Amherst: Heidi McLaughlin, Henry Kindler, Lourdes Navarro, Julio Hernandez, and Julie Sulva.
The center lists six Masses a week (Monday through Wednesday evenings, Friday, Saturday morning, and two on Sunday), a weekly student holy hour with adoration and confession, and monthly First Friday adoration.
Fuentes (4)
1. MASS TIMES | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 5:30 pm- Newman*During academic year Thursday 8:00 am- St. Brigid Friday 12:15 pm- Newman”
  Weekday Mass is at Newman Monday-Wednesday at 5:30 PM (academic year) and Friday at 12:15 PM; St. Brigid has Mass Monday-Thursday at 8:00 AM.
  “Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
  Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
2. Go to Confession | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/go-to-confession · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Saturday 3:30- 4:00 pm- St. Brigid Wednesday 7:00-8:00 pm- Newman *During student Holy Hour”
  Confession is heard Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM at Newman during the student Holy Hour and Saturdays 3:30-4:00 PM at St. Brigid.
3. Find Adoration Times | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about-1 · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Wednesdays at Newman 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm *For students during the academic year Thursdays at St. Brigid Following 8:00 am Mass- 6:00 pm”
  Eucharistic adoration is held Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM at Newman for students during the academic year, and Thursdays at St. Brigid from after the 8:00 AM Mass until 6:00 PM.
4. Community Member | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/community-member · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “First Friday of the month at the Newman Catholic Center directly following the 12:15 pm Mass - right before 9 am Mass on Saturday”
  Adoration is held at the Newman Catholic Center on the first Friday of each month, from after the 12:15 PM Mass until the Saturday 9 AM Mass.
Students are offered NCSA, the Esselen Peer Ministers, FOCUS Bible studies, weekly men's and women's nights, a monthly Newman Night, OCIA, and a retreat each semester.
Fuentes (3)
1. I am a student | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/get-involved · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Newman Catholic Student Association (NCSA), a registered student organization at UMass Amherst, is a faith-based community that promotes the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church and the spiritual growth of others.”
  The Newman Catholic Student Association is described as a registered student organization at UMass Amherst.
  “Our Bible studies are lead by our FOCUS team. We are grateful for them and they are excited to be here to assist you in your spiritual journey. There are many different days and times that Bible studies are offered”
  The FOCUS team leads Bible studies offered on many different days and times.
  “Women's Night- Mondays at 7:00 pm Men's Night- Tuesdays 7:00 pm”
  Women's Night meets Mondays at 7:00 PM and Men's Night Tuesdays at 7:00 PM.
  “Once a month- please email for list of dates Join us are we hear from different speakers on faith related topics, join in discussion and share a meal together!”
  Newman Night is held once a month with speakers on faith topics, discussion, and a shared meal.
  “Organized and put on by the student leadership, once a semester (October and April) we offer a retreat for those looking to reorient themselves.”
  A student-led retreat is offered once a semester, in October and April.
2. ABOUT | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “This ministry serves through a variety of events, liturgies and devotionals arranged by our student organizations: the Esselen Peer Ministers, the Newman Catholic Student Association and through the guidance and assistance of our FOCUS Missionaries.”
  The ministry's student organizations are the Esselen Peer Ministers and the Newman Catholic Student Association, assisted by FOCUS missionaries.
3. Become Catholic | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/become-catholic · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “The Church offers the Order of Christian Initiation of Adults (OCIA) as a process of study, exploration, faith sharing, and faith formation with specific liturgical rites for seekers and inquirers.”
  The Newman Center offers OCIA for those seeking to become Catholic.

Inquietudes

There is no Thursday Mass at the Newman Center (that day's Mass is at 8 AM at St. Brigid), and the Monday-Wednesday evening Masses and the Sunday 7 PM Mass are listed only for the academic year.
Fuentes (1)
1. MASS TIMES | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/mass-times · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Monday-Wednesday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 5:30 pm- Newman*During academic year Thursday 8:00 am- St. Brigid Friday 12:15 pm- Newman”
  Weekday Mass is at Newman Monday-Wednesday at 5:30 PM (academic year) and Friday at 12:15 PM; St. Brigid has Mass Monday-Thursday at 8:00 AM.
  “Saturday 9:00 am- Newman *Daily Mass 4:30 pm- St. Brigid Sunday 8:00 am- St. Brigid 10:30 am- Newman 12:30 pm- St. Brigid (Spanish) 7:00 pm*- Newman *During academic year”
  Newman has a Saturday 9:00 AM daily Mass and Sunday Masses at 10:30 AM and 7:00 PM (academic year); St. Brigid has Saturday 4:30 PM and Sunday 8:00 AM and 12:30 PM (Spanish) Masses.
Scheduled confession at the Newman Center is one hour a week, during the Wednesday student holy hour; other times are by appointment or at St. Brigid on Saturday afternoons.
Fuentes (1)
1. Go to Confession | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/go-to-confession · verified Oct. 8, 2026
  “Saturday 3:30- 4:00 pm- St. Brigid Wednesday 7:00-8:00 pm- Newman *During student Holy Hour”
  Confession is heard Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM at Newman during the student Holy Hour and Saturdays 3:30-4:00 PM at St. Brigid.

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El centro católico

Newman Catholic Center (Newman UMass)

Dirección: 111 Thatcher Rd., Amherst, MA 01003
Ubicación: En el campus
Instalaciones: Newman Cafe (students can use meal swipes), study rooms, library, pool, chess and checkers tables, patio, board room

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Fuente: newmanumass.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, newmanumass.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, newmanumass.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, newmanumass.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026, newmanumass.org, verified Oct. 8, 2026

Clubes católicos y vida estudiantil

13 grupos y actividades regulares · 8 en el campus, 1 fuera del campus, 4 sin ubicación publicada

Retiros 1

Semester retreatsFuera del campus
Once a semester (October and April), Friday night to Sunday afternoon
Student-led weekend retreat at minimal cost, with transportation and room and board included; a Fall Retreat 2026 registration page is posted and a Spring Retreat 2026 album is on the pictures page.
newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org

Formación en la fe 5

Women's NightEn el campus
Mondays 7:00 PM (food at 6:30 PM)
Weekly discussion night for women at the Newman Center.
newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org
Men's NightEn el campus
Tuesdays 7:00 PM (food at 6:30 PM)
Weekly discussion night for men at the Newman Center.
newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org
Rosary LecturesEn el campus
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 6:30 PM
Listed in the October 4, 2026 bulletin's weekly events at the Newman Catholic Center.
newmanumass.org
Estudios bíblicos de FOCUS
Many different days and times
Small-group Bible studies led by the five-member FOCUS team; students sign up and a missionary helps them find a group.
newmanumass.org, focus.org
OCIA
Order of Christian Initiation of Adults for those seeking to become Catholic. Deacon Tom Lynch is the contact for OCIA and Confirmation for students and adults.
newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org

Clubes y grupos 3

Newman Catholic Student Association (NCSA)En el campus
Catholic student organization, described by the Newman Center as registered at UMass Amherst and open to all Five College students; it offers outdoor activities, conferences, communal events, retreats, and international service trips and pilgrimages.
newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org
Women of FaithEn el campus
Tuesdays 7:00 PM, Newman Center board room
Multi-generational women's group for study, prayer, and fellowship (a community group, not limited to students).
newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org
Esselen Peer Ministers
Student peer-minister organization that, with NCSA and the FOCUS missionaries, arranges the ministry's events, liturgies, and devotions.
newmanumass.org

Liturgia y oración 3

Student Holy HourEn el campus
Wednesdays 7:00-8:00 PM during the academic year
Weekly Eucharistic adoration for students at the Newman Center, with confessions.
newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org, newmanumass.org
First Friday adorationEn el campus
First Friday of each month, after the 12:15 PM Mass until the Saturday 9 AM Mass
Monthly extended Eucharistic adoration at the Newman Catholic Center.
newmanumass.org
Ministerio de músicaEn el campus
Sundays: community choir at 10:30 AM, student choir at 7:00 PM (academic year)
Choirs at the Newman Center's Sunday Masses, open to all levels; led by the music director.
newmanumass.org

Vida social 1

Newman Night
Once a month (dates by email)
Talk by a guest speaker on a faith topic, with discussion and a shared meal.
newmanumass.org

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Pastoral universitaria católica

Fuentes (4)

ABOUT | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/about · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Our Center and its staff are dedicated to the students of UMass Amherst & visiting students from the Five College Consortium (Smith, Mt. Holyoke, Amherst & Hampshire Colleges).”
The Newman Catholic Center and its staff serve UMass Amherst students and visiting Five College students.
“Located in the heart of the campus of UMass Amherst, the Newman Catholic Center shines on Thatcher Rd. - the site of our new Center constructed in 2023.”
The Newman Catholic Center is on Thatcher Rd. in the heart of the UMass Amherst campus, in a center constructed in 2023.
“Our Executive Director is Fr. Valentine Nworah. Fr. Valentine also ministers to the parish community of St. Brigid's in Amherst as Administrator. Deacon Thomas Lynch is our resident Deacon and assists in all ministries of both Newman and St. Brigid's.”
Fr. Valentine Nworah is the Newman Center's Executive Director and also administrator of St. Brigid's Parish in Amherst; Deacon Thomas Lynch is the resident deacon.
“Located in the heart of the campus of UMass Amherst, the Newman Catholic Center shines on Thatcher Rd. - the site of our new Center constructed in 2023.”
The Newman Catholic Center is on Thatcher Rd. in the heart of the UMass Amherst campus, in a center constructed in 2023.
University of Massachusetts Amherst - FOCUSfocus.org/campus/university-of-massachusetts-amherst · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“McLaughlin Heidi McLaughlin Kindler Henry Kindler Navarro Lourdes Navarro Hernandez Julio Hernandez Sulva Julie Sulva”
FOCUS lists five missionaries at UMass Amherst: Heidi McLaughlin, Henry Kindler, Lourdes Navarro, Julio Hernandez, and Julie Sulva.
I am a student | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org/get-involved · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Our Bible studies are lead by our FOCUS team. We are grateful for them and they are excited to be here to assist you in your spiritual journey. There are many different days and times that Bible studies are offered”
The FOCUS team leads Bible studies offered on many different days and times.
HOME | Newman UMassnewmanumass.org · verified Oct. 8, 2026
“Contact 111 Thatcher Rd. Amherst, MA 01003 413-549-0300 newmansecretary@diospringfield.org”
The Newman Catholic Center is at 111 Thatcher Rd., Amherst, MA 01003; phone 413-549-0300.
“Find a quiet place to study in one of our study rooms, grab a friend or two to come play pool, chess or checkers at our tables, sit and read in our library or grab a bite to eat from the cafe and enjoy some sunshine out on our patio.”
The center has study rooms, pool, chess and checkers tables, a library, a cafe, and a patio.
“Come eat at the Newman Cafe-located on the first floor of our building. Students can swipe meal cards to get Breakfast All Day!”
The Newman Cafe on the center's first floor accepts student meal cards.
“Building Hours Sunday-Thursday 8:00 am-10:30 pm *During academic year (5:00 pm otherwise)”
The center is open Sunday-Thursday 8:00 AM-10:30 PM during the academic year.

Comuníquese

Datos de contacto de Fr. Valentine Nworah (Director (Executive Director), Newman Catholic Center; also administrator of St. Brigid's Parish, Amherst (office phone ext. 101)) and 3 official social and news channels are available to signed-in users.

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Excelencia académica

89 de 100

De datos federales, en escalas fijas publicadas.

Cada medida cuenta con la proporción indicada.

Tasa de graduación 35% de la puntuación83%
Retención de primer año 20% de la puntuación92%
Puntajes de pruebas de los estudiantes de nuevo ingreso 15% de la puntuaciónSAT 1,423 · ACT 31.5
Proporción de estudiantes por profesor 15% de la puntuación17 a 1
Gasto en enseñanza por estudiante 15% de la puntuación$20,843

Las barras muestran puntos en la escala de cada medida. Cómo se calcula la Excelencia académica.

Fuente: College Scorecard (College Scorecard, cohortes más recientes (publicación de datos del 06/10/2026))

Datos del campus

Deportes	NCAA División I · Atlantic 10 Conference
Entorno	Ciudad
ROTC	Ejército · Fuerza Aérea
Estudios en el extranjero	Se ofrece
Estudiantes por profesor	17 a 1

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Costo y valor

Datos federales, mostrados por separado. El costo, la deuda y los ingresos nunca forman parte de una calificación.

Valor y resultados
Estudiantes de pregrado Matrícula de otoño (IPEDS)	23,936
Total de estudiantes	31,810
Precio neto promedio (por año) Después de becas, para estudiantes que reciben ayuda federal	$22,383
Costo total de asistencia (por año)	$34,549
Mediana de la deuda federal al graduarse	$22,763
Tasa de graduación Estudiantes de nuevo ingreso a tiempo completo que terminan dentro del 150 % del tiempo normal	83%
Retención de primer año	92%
Ingresos medianos 10 años después del ingreso	$71,631
Tasa de admisión	60%
Estudiantes que reciben becas Pell	20%

Rango medio de los estudiantes admitidos:SAT 1310–1500ACT 30–33

Puntajes de exámenes de admisión (el 50 % central de los estudiantes admitidos que presentaron puntajes)
SAT promedio	1423
SAT lectura y escritura	650–730
SAT matemáticas	660–770
ACT compuesto	30–33
Política de exámenes	Se considera, pero no se exige

Índice de valor: 68 / 100 (cómo se calcula)

Fuentes: College Scorecard · IPEDS College Navigator · calculadora de precio neto
College Scorecard, cohortes más recientes (publicación de datos del 06/10/2026); directorio IPEDS 2024-25 y características institucionales; matrícula de otoño de 2023.

Iglesia local

Diócesis de Springfield in Massachusetts

Mons. William D. Byrne, obispo de Springfield in Massachusetts

Tratamiento formal: “Su Excelencia”

Fuente: usccb.org, verificado el 7 oct. 2026.

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IPEDS unit ID 166629
Clasificación Carnegie: Universidad doctoral (investigación muy alta)
Acreditación: New England Commission of Higher Education (DAPIP del Departamento de Educación de EE. UU.)
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Preguntas que hacen las familias

Is University of Massachusetts-Amherst a Catholic college?: No. University of Massachusetts-Amherst is not a Catholic college. Catholic School Compass rates the Catholic life on its campus instead. Catholic students are served by Newman Catholic Center (Newman UMass).
What is University of Massachusetts-Amherst’s Catholic Life Score?: 90 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 Massachusetts-Amherst?: Mass is listed at Newman Catholic Center and St. Brigid. Days and times are on this page; please confirm with the parish or campus ministry before you go.
Is University of Massachusetts-Amherst Compass Recommended?: Yes. University of Massachusetts-Amherst meets the Compass Recommended standard for Catholic life on campus.

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