Admissions Pages
See how 83 Catholic colleges present their admissions experience — what they say, how they say it, and what's working.
Providence College
Effectively leverages the Dominican identity to frame the admissions process within a meaningful intellectual context.…
University of Scranton
The "Uncommon" branding is highly effective at building a personal connection and addressing the applicant's desire for …
Saint Anselm College
The language is supportive and encouraging, effectively reducing anxiety for prospective students during the search phas…
Assumption University
Strong focus on the "Assumption Way," positioning the university as a space for both academic and personal transformatio…
Ave Maria University
Uniquely positioned by its explicit mission to prepare "the next generation of saints," appealing strongly to a specific…
Barry University
Successfully highlights the value of small community and personalized support in a large, diverse university setting.…
Boston College
Leans heavily on its elite institutional status and prestige, effectively targeting high-achieving applicants seeking a …
Bellarmine University
Highly effective at framing the university as a practical investment, leveraging the "Public Price Promise" to bridge th…
Canisius University
Strong at making the application process feel human and inclusive, focusing on the applicant as a person rather than jus…
Catholic University of America
Effective at leveraging institutional prestige, though it can feel slightly impersonal to a student focused on their ind…
Duquesne University
A highly functional and straightforward admissions portal that minimizes friction for applicants.…
Fairfield University
An effective undergraduate landing page that balances academic rigor with an emphasis on the student's personal journey.…
Fordham University
Successfully bridges the gap between urban sophistication and Jesuit commitment to service, making the university feel u…
Franciscan University
A niche-leader that excels at communicating its distinct mission and community culture, attracting a highly aligned stud…
Gannon University
Effective at creating a sense of belonging; the focus is clearly on the student as a person rather than a applicant file…
College of the Holy Cross
Well-positioned as a premier liberal arts institution, with a serious and intellectual tone that appeals to highly capab…
John Carroll University
Strong use of active, mission-driven language that directly calls the student to action.…
Le Moyne College
Effectively combines a warm, personal approach with a clear emphasis on the outcomes of a Jesuit education.…
Loyola University Maryland
A very strong presentation of Jesuit values as a pathway to academic success.…
Marymount University
Effectively balances modern career preparation with a global, inclusive educational mission.…
Mount St. Mary's University
Very successful at positioning itself as a place for serious, faith-filled intellectual growth.…
Niagara University
A textbook example of how to make a foundational charism the centerpiece of the admissions narrative.…
Ohio Dominican University
Solid, grounded, and clearly articulated values-based approach to education.…
Sacred Heart University
A polished, "big university" feel that emphasizes innovation and competitive success.…
Saint Leo University
Effective at translating Benedictine values into a large, scalable university environment.…
St. Bonaventure University
Excellent use of specific campus culture to build a strong sense of community and belonging.…
Seton Hill University
A very personal, nurturing environment that positions the university as a supportive partner in student success.…
Saint Michael's College
Effectively balances a strong liberal arts tradition with a commitment to making a tangible, positive impact.…
Spalding University
Successfully positions the university as a place for students who want their education to lead to meaningful social chan…
St. John's University
Effectively leverages its New York location and global Vincentian network to promise a high-impact, world-ready experien…
Stonehill College
A very strong liberal arts proposition that treats faith as an intellectual partner.…
St. Thomas University
A strong contender for students looking for a diverse, modern Catholic environment focused on leadership and career.…
Thomas More University
Solid, direct, and action-oriented messaging that resonates with students looking for purpose.…
Georgetown University
Unmatched brand positioning as the premier global-facing Jesuit institution.…
University of Dayton
A very successful balance of large-university resources and a tight-knit community feel.…
Villanova University
Sophisticated positioning that elevates foundational Augustinian values into an elite academic brand.…
Walsh University
A grounded, supportive, and mission-driven university that is clearly focused on student growth.…
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Loyola Marymount University
The site successfully balances its Jesuit heritage with a high-end, competitive university aesthetic designed to appeal …
University of Notre Dame
Notre Dame maintains an elite, high-prestige tone that leverages its global reputation while keeping faith identity as a…
Augustine Institute
The page is highly functional for its specific niche, prioritizing immediate conversion over broad aspirational brand st…
Avila University
This is a high-utility page that effectively reduces user friction by providing clear, concise information exactly when …
Benedictine College
Benedictine excels at capturing the "spirit" of the campus, effectively selling the experience as an immersive, transfor…
Benedictine University
The layout is efficient and professional, clearly communicating the value proposition of a Benedictine education to pros…
Carroll University
This is a pure conversion-focused page that succeeds by removing all unnecessary distractions from the application and f…
Christian Brothers University
CBU creates a highly supportive atmosphere through its messaging, making the university feel accessible and personally i…
Clarke University
Clarke effectively communicates its intimate, community-driven nature, making it appealing to students who value persona…
Creighton University
Creighton effectively balances prestige with its Jesuit identity, making the school feel both elite and deeply purposefu…
College of St. Benedict & St. John's University
The dual-campus narrative is handled well, emphasizing the breadth of opportunities available to students across both lo…
DePaul University
DePaul effectively leverages its city location, positioning itself as a practical, high-impact choice for students seeki…
Dominican University
Dominican excels at communicating accessibility, positioning the university as a high-value, supportive environment for …
Dominican University of California
The university effectively uses its location and academic focus to appeal to students looking for a professional yet sup…
Franciscan University of Louisiana
The focus on professional service and healthcare makes this a very high-utility page for students specifically intereste…
Gonzaga University
Gonzaga uses its location and identity well to create a strong sense of place and mission, appealing to students seeking…
Lewis University
Lewis is effectively positioned as a career-ready university, with clear, jargon-free messaging aimed at pragmatic, resu…
Loras College
Loras creates a strong sense of community, making it highly appealing for students looking for a supportive, relationshi…
Loyola University New Orleans
Loyola New Orleans effectively uses its city's unique spirit to differentiate itself, offering a creative, mission-drive…
Loyola University Chicago
The page effectively bridges Jesuit identity with professional ambition using high-end imagery.…
Marian University
Strong focus on the 'whole person' identity that resonates with Franciscan values.…
Marquette University
The branding is consistent and reinforces a clear, mission-driven student outcome.…
Marymount California
Functional and direct, but misses opportunities to highlight unique institutional charism.…
Mount Marty University
The page does a good job of balancing Benedictine hospitality with modern educational goals.…
Mount St. Mary's Univ.
Effectively targets a specific demographic but could be more visually engaging.…
Mount Mercy University
Solid, standard admissions page that emphasizes the heritage of the founding order.…
Our Lady of the Lake
Highly functional but could be significantly improved by humanizing the content.…
Regis University
A very strong page that successfully aligns Jesuit values with active civic engagement.…
Rockhurst University
This page effectively balances the professional expectations of a university with the mission-driven aspect of a Jesuit …
University of San Diego
The messaging strongly leverages the "Changemaker" branding, which effectively differentiates the university from its pe…
St. Ambrose University
The messaging is very direct and welcoming, effectively communicating a "small-school" feel that is appealing to student…
Santa Clara University
The site effectively links its Jesuit foundation with the massive professional opportunities of the surrounding Silicon …
Seattle University
This is a prime example of successfully grounding abstract theological principles (social justice) in concrete, desirabl…
Spring Hill College
The tone is very soft and communal; it would benefit from more aggressive, outcome-oriented content to help prospective …
St. Joseph's College
It functions as a highly effective informational hub, but it misses the opportunity to tell a compelling story about "wh…
Saint Louis University
A classic example of an institution that successfully balances its high academic rigor and research status with its iden…
Saint Mary's University of MN
The messaging is very centered on the individual student's growth, which works well for their size, though the visual br…
St. Norbert College
The copy excels at articulating the "feeling" of the school, but it needs to balance this with more concise, punchy data…
University of Portland
The University of Portland effectively bridges its Holy Cross charism with a modern liberal arts experience, though it c…
University of Providence
The University of Providence is highly efficient for users seeking clear procedural info, but it misses an opportunity t…
University of San Francisco
USF excels at positioning its location as a primary asset, though it risks confusing users with an overly complex inform…
Viterbo University
Viterbo creates a strong sense of belonging, which is a significant strength for recruitment, but they should lean harde…
Wheeling University
Wheeling’s message is clear and focused on the student outcome, though a visual refresh would significantly improve its …
Xavier University
Xavier has a powerful brand narrative, but its current web layout is crowded, which detracts from the clarity required f…
Xavier University of Louisiana
XULA’s greatest asset is its legacy; while the site effectively communicates this, the user journey could be streamlined…