Washington, DC

The Catholic University of America

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
The Catholic University of America is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Washington, DC.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
The Catholic University of America is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

83% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 6,714 applied, 5,558 accepted, and 742 enrolled in The Catholic University of America.
356 men and 386 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $58,378 for undergraduate programs and $25,570 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 4.56% compared to last year at The Catholic University of America.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

2,848 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $32,977.
For freshmen, 757 students (99%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $38,232.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 5,243 students enrolled The Catholic University of America in 2025.
By gender, 2,533 men and 2,710 women students are enrolled.
There are 3,177 undergraduate and 2,066 graduate students.
More Demographics Stats

253 Major Programs

  • 141 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of The Catholic University of America is 79%.
The retention rate is 87% for full-time and 87% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
87%
Students to Faculty Ratio
11 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 674 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for The Catholic University of America and the average faculty salary is $101,264. The studetns to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.
There are 1,767 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $78,788.
Number of Faculties
674
Average Faculty Salary
$101,264
Number of Staffs
1,767
Average Staff Salary
$78,788

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries
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