CCMA Salary Guide Survey

Thank you for taking the time to help CCMA update its Annual Salary Guide for Campus Ministry. Your participation is an important contribution to our shared mission of supporting and sustaining those who serve on college campuses. The insights gathered through this survey help us better understand compensation trends, advocate for fair and equitable pay, and provide valuable benchmarks for campus ministers, supervisors, and diocesan leaders nationwide.

Please note that all responses will be used only in aggregate form to ensure confidentiality. Your input makes a real difference in strengthening the professional standards and vitality of Catholic campus ministry across the country.

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State in Church
If you are a member of a religious community or serve as a campus missionary, please list the community or missionary organization here.
Gender
Approximate Age Range *
What is your highest level of education?
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Are you a certified campus minister through CCMA's Pathways program?
Years Served (How long have you been a campus minister?)
Please just write the years: example 10
Which title best describes your current role?
In which state is your college or university located?
In which Diocese or Archdiocese do you work in?
Please describe the type(s) of campus at which you serve.
Please describe the type(s) of Campus Ministry at which at which you serve.
How many colleges & universities do you serve in you current role? 
Which of the following best describes your employment
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What is the length of your contract?
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For how many years have you served at your current campus?
Please just write the years: example 10
What are your top 3 responsibilities in your role?
What is your current salary range? *
Does your university or diocese offer any of the following benefits?
What are the top 3 most important benefits offered to you?
How many paid vacation days do you receive each year?
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Institution Size (Student Population)
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Primary Source of Funding for Campus Ministry *
If you answered "combination" on the last question please describe what that means. 
Number of Staff on Your Campus Ministry Team (Include priests, religious, lay ministers, interns, and FOCUS/missionaries if applicable.) *
Does your campus have a missionary organization your work with: *
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Do You Supervise Other Staff or Student Leaders? *
If You Supervise Other Staff or Student Leaders How Many?
Do You Oversee the Ministry Budget? *
Approximate Annual Campus Ministry Budget (including staff salaries and benefits): *
Are You Eligible for Annual Raises or Cost-of-Living Adjustments? *
If you received a raise last year, what percentage increase did you receive?

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Do You Receive Additional Compensation for:
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In your experience, what most clearly demonstrates the positive impact of campus ministry on students’ lives? Please choose up to 3.
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Which program or practice most powerfully changes student lives, and why? Please choose up to 3.
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Describe a recent story or example that best illustrates the positive impact of your ministry.
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Approximately how many students are actively involved in your ministry (attend at least one program/month)? *
During a typical weekend of the academic year, about how many students on average attend Sunday Mass on your campus?
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About how many of your students regularly participated in small groups this semester (e.g., Bible studies, faith-sharing, or formation groups)? *
Please provide your estimate based on participation during the 2024–2025 academic year, since the 2025–2026 year is just beginning.
How many of your ministry members are currently participating in OCIA or Adult Confirmation preparation? *

Please provide the number of participants for both academic years:

  • 2024–2025 (completed year)
  • 2025–2026 (current year, even if still in the early stages)
Have you witnessed an increase in sacramental participation over the past year? *
If you witnessed an increase in sacramental participation over the past year, briefly describe.
Have you observed an increase, decrease, or plateau in any of these areas (Sunday Mass attendance, small groups, or OCIA/Adult Confirmation participation)? *
Please describe the trend you’ve noticed and, if possible, share why you think this change has occurred (e.g., new programs, staffing, campus culture shifts, student engagement, etc.).
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