Rankings & Endorsements - What people are saying about Christendom

[A] fine Catholic institution of higher learning - Pope Benedict XVI
Top 50 All-American Colleges - Intercollegiate Studies Institute
Top College for American Values - Newsmax.com
Top Conservative College -Young America’s Foundation
Excellent American College - Free Congress Foundation
“Joyfully Catholic” - Cardinal Newman Society
Barron’s Best Buys in College Education
"Best Value" - Kiplinger's Personal Finance
Peterson’s Competitive Colleges
Peterson’s 440 Colleges for Top Students
Top Ten Most Radical Colleges - The Huffington Post
Top Ten Colleges in America - Rating America's Colleges
“Embodies [Pope] Benedict’s vision for education”- US News & World Report

Catholic Luminaries Christendom Parents Christendom Alumni

“I am well aware of the distinguished record of Christendom College and of the outstanding contribution which it has made to Catholic life in the United States. For this reason, I am particularly honored to associate myself with such a fine Catholic institution of higher learning and my prayers are that Christendom College will enjoy many more years of service in the education and formation of young people.” – Pope Benedict XVI
"There is a crisis in Catholic higher education today. Many Catholic colleges have abandoned the Faith and have become very secular. But there are a handful of schools that remain faithful to the Church and offer strong academic programs emphasizing Catholic philosophy and theology. One such college is Christendom College. It has the mission of working to restore all things in Christ. It achieves this by educating its students with a rigorous core curriculum, teaching everything with a Catholic worldview, and by immersing its students in a truly Catholic culture. I’ve been to the campus numerous times and have always been impressed with what I’ve seen. I heartily recommend Christendom College to anyone seeking an education guided by Faith and reason and I ask you to consider learning more about this great College which is worthy of both your financial and spiritual support.” – Fr. Benedict Groeschel, CFR
“Christendom College is one of the best liberal arts colleges in America. Its commitment to providing its students with an integrated, rigorous core curriculum, combined with a vibrant Catholic atmosphere that permeates every aspect of the college experience, marks it as a distinctive and precious resource. I recommend Christendom College to anyone seeking an education that teaches students to think, to pray, and to serve, all under the guidance of Faith and reason. It is wholly worthy of your support.” – George Weigel
“It is a joy for me to be associated with whatever has to do with the good of Christendom College. “This is good news in our time! It is refreshing to see a Catholic college where the parents can send their children and not get worried whether they will get serious Catholic education – without discount – just as it is.” – Francis Cardinal Arinze
“I cannot think of any university from which I would be more pleased to receive an honorary doctorate than Christendom College. I’m very well acquainted with the writings of Dr. Warren Carroll...and I have also long admired the work of Dr. O’Donnell, and am a faithful reader of the newsletter of the College [Instaurare]. I have known a number of the alumni, and of course, I always think that the ultimate test of the excellence of a Catholic college is the quality of Faith in Christ and in His Church of the alumni, and Christendom certainly stands out in that regard." – Raymond Cardinal Burke
“When you’re a bishop, you get a lot of honorary degrees…but I can not think of any institution from which I am more pleased to receive a degree. This is truly a school born ex corde ecclesiae and remains close to Christ’s heart, faithful to His Church, and passionate about the mission we have received: to build a civilization of love and instaurare omnia in Christo (to restore all things in Christ).” – Sean Cardinal O’Malley
Christendom College.... “...is doing a great work for the Church.” Pope John Paul II
“..serves a vital role in preparing students for the challenges and opportunities that await them.” President George W. Bush
"...one of those rare places where you get Catholic doctrine and Theology and Philosophy.” Mother Angelica
“...provides an atmosphere where students can seek knowledge and purpose....provides, better than countless other universities in the United States, a genuine foundation, one based on objective truth.” Senator Rick Santorum
“...outstanding reputation for academic excellence and adherence to sound Catholic theology and moral teaching.” Rep. Chris Smith
“...a beacon of light in a world of higher academic institutions that oftentimes appears very bleak and somber.” Bishop Fabian Bruskewitz
“...a sign of hope and encouragement at a time when, in a material sense, hope is not justified.” Alan Keyes
“...a totally Catholic institution....excellent education in the liberal arts...faithful to the Church and the Holy Father.” Fr. John Hardon
“...unapologetically defends its calling as a Catholic college and seeks to imbue in its students a deep appreciation for the liberal arts.” William Donohue
“...teaches the Faith...does not compromise...does not dilute its teachings for the sake of government funds or peer pressure or political correctness or whatever.” John Cardinal O’Connor

Christendom Parents

Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McFadden sent all 6 of their children to Christendom: "Many parents ask themselves, 'Why did my children lose their faith during their college years? What could I have done differently?' Sending them to Christendom gives them the best chance of holding on to and growing in the Catholic faith – in addition to getting a solid liberal arts education which is valuable in any field of endeavor. The educational experience impacted my children's lives profoundly. They grew in their faith, in the knowledge of history, and the truth. The rules at Christendom protected them from harmful influences. The friends they made have lasted their lifetime. It's the best decision we made in raising our children."

Mr. and Mrs. Greg Whittaker have sent 6 of their 12 children to Christendom so far: "We were looking for a Catholic college that was compatible with our home-schooling program and would help prepare our children for their vocation, so Christendom was a perfect fit. The most beneficial thing about a Christendom education is that our children can receive an academic and spiritual formation that is Catholic – it is the ‘pearl of great price’ that we as parents want to buy for our children. If you are going to put your money into higher education for your children, go for a good, solid investment like Christendom. At Christendom, your child will not have to compromise his faith, rather, he will be encouraged by the vibrant Catholic environment. Our children are now part of the solution to the cultural crisis that we see all around us as they build up a Catholic culture in America."

Mr. and Mrs. Nicholas Murphy sent all 5 of their children to Christendom: "Our children grew up without Catholic education. They only learned their faith from their parents, which was sometimes contrary to what they were hearing from the pulpit. We knew their faith was weak and we had begged Our Blessed Mother to show us how to help them. She helped us to hear about Christendom. While there, they received a solid grounding in the Truths of their faith as well the required classes in Metaphysics and Apologetics, so they learned the understanding behind those Truths and the ability to defend them. They lived in an environment where their Faith was put into practice. They found that they could have a ‘normal’ happy, enjoyable college experience, while still remaining pure, chaste, and spiritual – something most of them did not believe could happen before they were ‘forced’ to go to that ‘awful place filled with religious fanatics.’ Before attending Christendom, I believe that at least two or three of our children would have drifted away from the faith. I believe this about our youngest daughter, Malia, who is now a contemplative, Dominican nun. Our children had to not only learn their Faith, they had to experience it in order to make it their own, and not the faith of their parents. The result has been the most graced decision we’ve ever made. For prospective parents worried about the market utility of Liberal Arts degrees, please know that our 9 Christendom grads (4 added by marriage) are successfully raising our 31 grandchildren with rewarding employment and nary a meal being missed. Christendom College will greatly reward you and your children who enroll. Our Lord and His Mother will approve."

Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Akers sent all 6 of their children to Christendom: "We are so glad and feel blessed that all our children have attended Christendom. Besides the great education our children received, additionally important are the wonderful friends they have made, friends that they have today. The 3 children that are married, met their great spouses at Christendom. Receiving a liberal arts education has many advantages. Most other college graduates receive only a limited technical degree, like thousands and thousands of others. The liberal arts degree allow many varied career avenues to open up, as well as a stepping stone for advanced degrees. More importantly, besides our children receiving an excellent education, they receive an education that will help them spiritually, help them be better, holy men and women. Being able to defend and share their faith no matter what career they are involved with. Become parents who are able to raise children who are knowledgeable in their Catholic faith. Without any doubt I would recommend to other parents to do what every they can, to make the financial sacrifices needed to have their children able to attend Christendom."

Mr. and Mrs. Quest sent 6 of their 7 children to Christendom: "We chose Christendom because we wanted our children to be educated in the true Catholic faith, and it had been recommended to us by a priest friend and chaplain at Christendom – Fr. Vincent Miceli. Our children left Christendom as strong Catholics with a well-rounded and practical education. For other parents who are considering Christendom, we would say that your children will graduate strong in their faith and become good citizens who will raise good strong families. And they, in turn, will raise good strong families. That's how we will turn this country around! The Christendom education has definitely impacted our children’s lives because, now, their spiritual values are their priorities and they have a greater knowledge and conviction of their Catholic Faith and also a better appreciation and understanding of true history and undistorted politics. Since they have left campus, our children have continued their friendships with their fellow students because they had become like a family, all with the same goals, aspirations, and beliefs."

Christendom Alumni

"I think going to Christendom was one of the smartest choices I have made. On a daily basis, I am faced with challenges which require me to fall back on some of the courses I took at Christendom, and yet not one of these courses was directly job-related. Classes like Logic, Euclidean Geometry, Rhetoric, and the Philosophy of Psychology all are incredibly relevant in today's work force.

When you spend fours years at a school like Christendom, when you take classes like Moral Theology and Doctrine, when you have a beautiful chapel dead center on campus with frequent access to Mass and the Sacraments, you can't help but grow in personal integrity. And unless you are very blessed, once you enter the work force, no matter which career you choose, you will be faced each and every day with challenges to that morality and integrity. Trust me on this one! Knowing the absolute Truth – having the morals my parents taught me reinforced on a daily basis at Christendom in all the course I took – these are really the most valuable lessons one can learn in preparation for adult life." - Christopher Young (Class of 1997), Attorney

"My education at Christendom College was superb and has served as an invaluable resource from which I have drawn on many occasions. It was obvious my professors believed and valued what they taught. Christendom taught me how to think, to reason, to speak about and to defend the Faith in a convincing manner. I also benefitted greatly from the atmosphere of Christendom College. To form me spiritually, Christendom offered reverent daily Masses, splendid preaching, daily adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, and daily recitation of the Rosary. To form me socially and to give me a greater appreciation for Catholic culture, Christendom offered healthy social activities. Before I entered Christendom, I had heard God calling me to the priesthood. My time at Christendom fostered this call and prepared me well for my seminary training and for my life as a future priest. During the time I have spent in parishes, hospital work, and religious education after graduation from Christendom, I have drawn heavily from what I learned there in order to explain the Faith to Catholics and non-Catholics alike. I am grateful to God for sending me to Christendom College. I am indebted to all of my professors for the 'pearl of great price' they offered me. I am also thankful to all of the friends and benefactors of Christendom College for their sacrifices and generosity." - Fr. Frank Fusare (Class of 1991)

"Attending Christendom College radically changed my life in a positive way. The ideals and habits we develop as young adults often defines us for years to come. My Christendom experience has remained with me in my career on the floor of the New York Stock Exchange, and beyond, and is refreshed through the friendships I made during those years." – Dave Hickin (Class of 1990)