Society of Mary (Marianists)
Marianist Colleges and Universities
The Association of Marianist Universities lists 3 colleges in 3 states that match accredited U.S. colleges. 3 have a faith scorecard so far, and 1 is Compass Recommended.
The Marianist universities describe their approach as educating the heart and mind, drawing on the example of Blessed William Joseph Chaminade, founder of the Society of Mary. The association works to support and advance Marianist higher education and the formation of leaders in the Catholic and Marianist educational traditions. Source
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| School | Compass Score | Faith | Academics | Net price | Students |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| University of Dayton RecommendedCompass Recommended: a Faith score of 80 or higher, at least three of the four pillars rated, and none below C (55). A school with an Academic Excellence score must also reach 80 on its Compass Score.CatholicCatholic college: federal data lists a Roman Catholic affiliation (or it has been verified as Catholic), so it gets the full four-pillar faith scorecard. Dayton · Private nonprofit | BFaith: 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. | BAcademics: 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. | $29,533 | 11,304 | |
| St. Mary's University CatholicCatholic college: federal data lists a Roman Catholic affiliation (or it has been verified as Catholic), so it gets the full four-pillar faith scorecard. San Antonio · Private nonprofit | BFaith: 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. | CAcademics: 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. | $21,145 | 3,411 | |
| Chaminade University of Honolulu CatholicCatholic college: federal data lists a Roman Catholic affiliation (or it has been verified as Catholic), so it gets the full four-pillar faith scorecard. Honolulu · Private nonprofit | CFaith: 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. | CAcademics: 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. | $28,856 | 2,602 |
Common questions
How many Marianist colleges are there in the United States?
The Association of Marianist Universities lists 3 U.S. colleges that appear in federal college data (official list, checked Oct. 8, 2026). Colleges founded by the Marianist tradition but not on this list are not shown.
Which Marianist colleges are Compass Recommended?
University of Dayton. Recommended means a Faith score of 80 or more with no weak pillar, and a Compass Score of 80 or more where academic data exists (how it works).
How are these colleges rated?
Each faith scorecard is built from the college’s own official pages (Mass and confession schedules, required theology, campus ministry, service) and every claim links to its source. Academic Excellence uses federal data. Belonging to a tradition does not affect the grades. See the methodology.
Membership from Association of Marianist Universities, checked Oct. 8, 2026. Names that could not be matched to an accredited U.S. college are not shown.