School Overview
The Catholic University of America (CUA) is the national university of the Catholic Church in the U.S. Founded in 1887 as a graduate, research center, it expanded its offerings to undergraduate students in 1904, and today houses 13 schools and 21 research facilities. CUA currently has approximately 3,694 undergraduate and 3,144 graduate students enrolled from every state in the U.S. and more than 85 countries worldwide. The campus is situated on 180-acres, giving students ample space and opportunities to partake of the rich, cultural and political opportunities found only in Washington, D.C.
Degree Programs
There are 72 undergraduate programs, 103 master’s degree programs and 66 doctoral or terminal degrees at CUA. The undergraduate programs are based widely in the liberal arts, and high school and non-traditional students are welcome to pursue educational opportunities tailored to their needs. CUA houses the only school of music in all of Washington, D.C., and its philosophy and social work programs are among the oldest such programs in the U.S.
The University’s schools are: the School of Architecture and Planning; the School of Library and Information Science; the School of Business and Economics; the School of Canon Law; the School of Engineering; School of Arts and Sciences; Columbus School of Law; Metropolitan School of Professional Studies; Benjamin T. Rome School of Music; School of Philosophy; National Catholic School of Social Service; School of Nursing; and the School of Theology and Religious Studies. Catholic University is the only university in the nation with ecclesiastical faculties awarding canonical degrees in three disciplines.
Accreditation
CUA has received accreditation from many different organizations, including The Commission on Higher Education of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools.
Athletics
The University’s sports teams compete in the NCAA’s Division III as the Cardinals. There are 21 competing sports teams, which include volleyball, baseball, football, softball, cross-country, field hockey, basketball, lacrosse, tennis, swimming and diving, outdoor track and field, and indoor track and field.
Library System
CUA boasts 11 libraries and special collections, including the John K. Mullen of Denver Memorial Library, which is home to five special collections. The other campus libraries are the Architecture & Planning Library, the Music Library, the Judge Kathryn J. DuFour Law Library, the Physics Library, the Nursing/Biology Library, and the Oliveira Lima Library
Rankings
Catholic University of America’s Columbus School of Law was ranked #80 in the 2014 U.S. News & World Report for Best Graduate Schools. In addition to this, the part-time law program was ranked #18 nationally in 2013 by the same publication. The School of Nursing is consistently ranked among the top nursing graduate programs in the United States, and is known for preparing its graduates to take the lead for positive change in the health care environment, and to dedicate themselves to lifelong learning, service, and growth.
Financial Aid and Scholarships
CUA offers loans, grants, and work-study to its students to assist them in financing their continued education. Money to fund these programs is provided by the U.S. Department of Education and also Catholic University itself. Academic scholarships are also offered through the Office of Admission to many incoming freshmen, as well as transfer students who are in impressive academic standing.
Student Housing
The Catholic University of America has 17 residence halls, on five different areas of campus, where students can live in the traditional, on-campus housing style, as well as in apartment-style situations. For students who wish to live off-campus and/or commute to campus, there is an Off-Campus and Commuter Student Services Office, which provides help and guidance in securing the ideal living arrangement for each student.
General Information
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Admission Office 102 McMahon Hall 620 Michigan Avenue, NE Washington, DC 20064 (202) 319-5305 (800) 673-2772 Fax: (202) 319-6533 [email protected] Contact: Christine Mica Dean, University Admissions |
Main Address Cardinal Station Washington, DC 20064 (202) 319-5000 www.cua.edu www.online.cua.edu |
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Size Total undergrads: 3,469 First-time degree-seeking freshmen: 908 Degree-seeking undergrads: 3,431 Graduate enrollment: 2,251 Setting |
Degrees offered: |
Admissions Information
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Application Fee College has an application fee: Yes Regular application fee: $55 Online application fee: $55 |
Enrollment Rates Percent applicants admitted: 81% Percent students who return sophomore year: 80% |
College Majors
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Architecture & Related Programs Architecture B Arts, Visual & Performing Art – General B Biological & Biomedical Sciences Biochemistry B Business, Management, & Marketing Accounting B Communications & Journalism Communications/Rhetoric B Computer & Information Sciences Computer/Information Sciences – General B Education Biology Teacher Education B Engineering Biomedical Engineering B Engineering Technologies Engineering/Industrial Management C English Language & Literature English Language & Literature – General B Foreign Language & Literature Classics B Health Professions & Clinical Sciences Clinical Laboratory Science B History History – General B Liberal Arts & Sciences Liberal Arts & Sciences B Mathematics Mathematics – General B Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies Medieval/Renaissance Studies B Philosophy & Religion Philosophy B Physical Sciences Chemistry B Psychology Psychology – General B Public Administration & Services Social Work B Social Sciences Anthropology B |
Degree levels for each major are designated by the following letters:
B = Bachelor’s degree C = Certificate or diploma |
*We do not guarantee the accuracy of information on this page. All information is subject to change. You should confirm all information with a college admissions officer.
The Catholic University of America Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (202) 319-5000 |
| Website: | https://www.catholic.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | https://applyonline.cua.edu/ |
| Address: | 620 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20064 |
| Setting: | City: Large |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 5,771 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 74% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 10 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 5,033 (87% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Certificates, Associates, Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $47,746 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $47,746 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 97% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $27,232 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students. Financial aid is available to those who qualify.
The Catholic University of America Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at The Catholic University of America.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
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| Architecture and Related Services | 1 | 1 | |||
| Area, Ethnic, Cultural, Gender, and Group Studies | 2 | ||||
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 2 | 3 | 2 | ||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 2 | 10 | 7 | ||
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 1 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | |
| Education | 1 | 1 | 11 | 8 | 2 |
| Engineering | 1 | 5 | 6 | 4 | |
| Engineering Technologies and Engineering-related Fields | 1 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | 4 | 7 | 6 | |
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 3 | 2 | 6 | 3 | |
| History | 1 | 3 | 1 | ||
| Legal Professions and Studies | 2 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Library Science | 2 | 1 | |||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 | |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 2 | 1 | 1 | ||
| Physical Sciences | 4 | 3 | 1 | ||
| Psychology | 1 | 1 | 4 | ||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | |
| Social Sciences | 8 | 6 | 2 | ||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 1 | 5 | 6 | ||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 1 | 11 | 13 | 8 | |
| Grand total | 15 | 2 | 72 | 80 | 45 |
* Based on programs that produced 2019-2020 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at The Catholic University of America and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $47,746 |
| Out-of-state | $47,746 |
| Books and supplies | $1,000 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2019-2020 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $48,640 |
| Out-of-state | $48,640 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2018-2019
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 809 | 97% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 808 | 97% | $27,232 |
| Student loan aid | 454 | 55% | $9,707 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 2,916 | 88% | $26,052 |
| Federal student loans | 1,607 | 48% | $6,512 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for The Catholic University of America. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled The Catholic University of America students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2020
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 5,668 | 2,370 | 3,298 | Percent admitted | 100% | 81% | 88% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 14% | 15% | 14% |
Admissions Considerations
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| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
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| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
The Catholic University of America Enrollment, Fall 2020
| Total Enrollment | 5,771 |
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| Undergraduate enrollment | 3,279 |
| Graduate enrollment | 2,492 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
The Catholic University of America Accreditation
This institution is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission
- Nursing (NUR) - Baccalaureate program
- Nursing (MNUR) - Master's program
- American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
- Law (LAW) - Professional schools
- American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
- Clinical Psychology (CLPSY) - PhD Doctoral programs
- Professional Psychology (IPSY) - Predoctoral internship programs
- Commission on Accrediting of the Association of Theological Schools
- Theology (THEOL) - Freestanding schools, as well as programs affiliated with larger institutions, offering graduate professional education for ministry and graduate study of theology
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the graduate degree levels
- Nursing (CNDNP) - Nursing education programs at the doctorate degree levels
- National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
- Music (MUS) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs
- National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education
- Teacher Education (TED) - Baccalaureate and graduate programs for the preparation of teachers and other professional personnel for elementary and secondary schools
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