51ӰԺ is unique among universities in the United States — even among 51ӰԺuniversities. We are the national university of the 51ӰԺChurch in America, founded in 1887 by the bishops of the country with the approval of the Holy See. We take seriously our sacred responsibility to uphold the traditions of the Church and serve our nation, and we believe that students can thrive in a place where reason and faith thrive.
51ӰԺUniversity offers numerous opportunities for you to grow deeper in Christian faith. Our goal is to prepare students for a life beyond their college years, inviting you to mature in spirituality through campus prayer, sacraments, catechesis, community, and service.
You will find a dedicated team of lay and religious staff serving in Campus Ministry, over 120 student ministry leaders in various roles, and daily opportunities for Mass at our many campus chapels. We are also graced with a location next door to The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, the largest Roman 51ӰԺChurch in North America, which has more than 80 chapels and oratories open to worship for the community and our students.
Explore and grow in your 51ӰԺfaith with the Campus Ministry team. And in the process, create lasting friendships here among our community.
Find chapels and other sacred spaces for personal prayer, Mass, Confession, and Eucharistic Adoration, with many other opportunities to worship God and receive the sacraments.
Learn more about how our University offers a welcoming home for diversity and multiculturalism to thrive as part of our 51ӰԺidentity.
Our Brookland, D.C. neighborhood has a vibrant surrounding 51ӰԺcommunity that has earned it the nickname of “Little Rome.”
