The Catholic University of America

Washington, DC • private • III

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 3,248 • Total: 5,618

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

620 Michigan Avenue, NE
Washington, DC
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Website

www.catholic.edu

Region

Mid-Atlantic

Carnegie Classification

R1: Doctoral Universities – Very High Research Activity

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,413 (43.5%) • Female: 1,835 (56.5%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	94	2.9%
Black/African American	318	9.8%
Hispanic/Latino	645	19.9%
White	1,809	55.7%
Two or More Races	148	4.6%
International	115	3.5%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

83.8%

4,925 admitted from 5,874 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

Test Flexible

Application Types Offered

EA ED I ED II RD

Application Requirements

—

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/01/2025
ED I:	11/01/2025
ED II:	02/01/2026
RD:	02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

81.3%

4-Year Graduation Rate

75.1%

Freshman Retention Rate

83.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

10.0:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$76,346

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $56,930

Room & Board

$18,200

Books & Supplies

$1,216

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$17,358
$30,001-48,000	$17,895
$48,001-75,000	$24,723
$75,001-110,000	$28,295
$110,001+	$37,651

Students Receiving Pell Grants

95%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$35,008

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

III

Men's Sports (10)

Baseball Basketball Football Golf Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

Women's Sports (11)

Basketball Field Hockey Golf Lacrosse Rowing Soccer Softball Swimming and Diving (combined) Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)

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Common questions about The Catholic University of America

What is The Catholic University of America's acceptance rate?

The Catholic University of America accepts 84% of applicants, from 5,874 applications.

How much does The Catholic University of America cost?

Tuition and fees are $56,930. Families earning under $30,000 pay $17,358 on average after aid.

Does The Catholic University of America require SAT or ACT scores?

The Catholic University of America considers test scores but does not require them.

What is The Catholic University of America's graduation rate?

81% of students graduate within six years.