CUA Description

Catholic University, a respected institution in Washington D.C., offers high quality academics in a culturally vibrant environment.

Founded over 125 years ago, Catholic University comes with a history of providing an exceptional Catholic education.

Catholic University grants degrees in more than 240 fields of study at the bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral levels.

Particularly well known for its undergraduate Theatre programs and its graduate-level programs in Social Work, Catholic University also offers academic majors in the Liberal Arts, Architecture, Law, Nursing, Engineering, Music and Religious Studies.

With internships, research and study abroad opportunities available, students are given various opportunities beyond the classroom.

Since it is a Catholic university steeped in the Catholic tradition, many campus activities at CU are religious in nature. Also, in keeping with the Catholic faith there are a number of community service opportunities available. There are also highly active multicultural groups, including clubs dedicated to specific languages or ethnic groups.

Admission to Catholic University is fairly competitive with certain programs, particularly at the graduate level, being more selective than others.

Financial aid is available to eligible students through a number of sources, like scholarships, grants and fellowships.

Quick Facts

Location

Mid-Atlantic

Setting

Large City Setting

Type

Private

Affiliation

Roman Catholic

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Cardinals

Website

www.cua.edu

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$31,890

Out-of-State Tuition

$31,890

Selectivity

Selective

Enrollment

6,768

CUA Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
3,469
Freshman Class
908
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
6,768

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
51%
Graduate
49%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
99%
Part-Time
1%

Gender of Students

Women
53%
Men
47%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
6%
Asian
4%
Caucasian
60%
Latino
6%
Other
24%

International Students

International
6%
Domestic
94%