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WORLD CLASS SCHOLARSHIP

The Gregorian University Foundation was established in 1972 with the mission to support what is now the Pontifical Gregorian University in Rome, through raising much needed funds for scholarships, academic chairs, libraries and capital improvements. The Pontifical Gregorian University incorporates the Pontifical Biblical Institute and the Pontifical Oriental Institute.

Pontifical Biblical Institute

Founded by Pope Pius X in 1909, the Institute is devoted to the advanced study of Sacred Scripture. A branch in Jerusalem was established in 1927, providing a center for archaeological research and study visits to the Holy Land.

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Pontifical Gregorian University

The first Jesuit university, the Gregorian, was founded by St. Ignatius in 1551 as the Roman College. St. Ignatius envisioned a “‘university of the nations’, for the defense and propagation of the faith and for the training of wise and qualified leaders of the Church and of society.”

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Pontifical Oriental Institute

Established by Pope Benedict XV in 1917, the Institute is committed to the ecumenical study of the theological, spiritual and liturgical patrimony of the Eastern Churches in union with Rome, and to productive dialogue with related churches.

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DONATE

By giving to the Gregorian University Foundation, you will be supporting the three Pontifical Jesuit Higher Education Institutions as they continue their mission to educate future leaders of the Church.

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YOUR DONATION MATTERS

GIVE ONLINE

Our safe, secure online giving portal provides a quick and convenient way to give. Every donation of any size makes a difference.

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1551 SOCIETY

In appreciation of an annual membership to support our students, 1551 Society members enjoy exclusive benefits and privileges based on tiered levels of giving.

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POPE FRANCIS ADOPT A SCHOLAR

Provide tuition assistance for students, particularly those from emerging countries, to help meet their pressing and long-term educational needs.

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GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Explore the current needs and priorities of our three institutions and how best to direct your philanthropy for meaningful impact.

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LEADERSHIP

The Pontifical Jesuit Higher Education Institutions are the largest center for the training of Church leadership and ministry in the world and a world center of scholarship and research. Contributions to international learning include the annual publication of some 700 scholarly articles and books in a wide variety of languages, in addition to the publishing of 22 major academic journals

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ALUMNI SAINTS & BLESSEDS

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TOTAL YEARS OF SERVICE

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GLOBAL IMPACT

The Gregorian University Foundation was established in the United States in 1972 to raise urgently needed funds for scholarships, academic chairs, libraries and capital improvements for the Pontifical Jesuit Higher Education Institutions in Rome. The three schools serve more than 3,800 students from around the world.

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Latin America
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Africa
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Australia

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ENGAGE

The Gregorian University Foundation invites you to learn more about the students, projects, and educational institutions we support through our newsletters, lectures, colloquiums, retreats and special events.

NEWS & NOTES

Colloquium 2025
The Gregorian University Foundation warmly invites you to a special Colloquium in celebration of the Holy Year Jubilee, hosted in partnership with the Pontifical Gregorian University in the eternal city of Rome....
01 March, 2025
November 2024 Reflection – Thomas Merkel SJ
At the Gregorian University Foundation, we are grateful for the privilege to honor and support the great work of the leadership, faculty, staff, students and alumni of the Gregorian University in support of the universal, evangelical Catholic Church....
26 November, 2024
October 2024 Reflection – Thomas Merkel SJ
She explained that she was a scholarship recipient and that her experience at the Gregorian University made all the difference in her life....
28 October, 2024