The Catholic University of America
Washington, District of Columbia · Private nonprofit, 4-year
At a glance
Average net price
$29,561
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
79.5%
Admission rate
83%
Undergrad size
3,154
In-state tuition
$58,378
Out-of-state tuition
$58,378
Cost of attendance
$75,481
Median earnings (10y)
$73,250
Admissions
- SAT average
- Not available
- ACT midpoint
- Not available
- Retention
- 86.5%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
23 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by humanities & arts (25%), business (24%), social sciences (22%).
- STEM13%
- Health12%
- Business24%
- Humanities & arts25%
- Social sciences22%
- Trades & services3%
- Business24.3%~767 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Health professions12.4%~391 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Psychology9.7%~307 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Social sciences8.5%~267 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~213 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Architecture6.6%~208 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Engineering6.4%~203 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~149 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Military tech3.1%~99 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- History3.0%~94 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~84 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Computer science2.5%~79 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Education2.2%~69 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Communication2.0%~64 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~30 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Legal0.8%~25 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- English0.8%~25 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Liberal arts0.5%~15 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Mathematics0.3%~10 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~10 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- Library science0.2%~5 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 299 | $57,624 | $26,000 |
| Law. | First professional | 220 | $62,128 | — |
| Social Work. | Master's | 168 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Bachelor's | 143 | $71,927 | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 138 | $41,721 | $25,000 |
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 137 | $29,308 | $26,000 |
| Architecture. | Bachelor's | 102 | $46,662 | $27,000 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies. | Master's | 92 | $47,299 | — |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 72 | $66,697 | $27,000 |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other. | Master's | 61 | — | — |
| Library Science and Administration. | Master's | 60 | — | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 59 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Bachelor's | 56 | — | $23,843 |
| Architecture. | Master's | 50 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 48 | $43,671 | $27,000 |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 47 | $29,342 | $24,625 |
| History. | Bachelor's | 41 | $23,921 | $26,000 |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other. | Doctoral | 39 | $68,035 | — |
| Business/Commerce, General. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 38 | — | $25,725 |
| Psychology, General. | Master's | 36 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 36 | — | — |
| Biomedical/Medical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 35 | $53,024 | — |
| Civil Engineering. | Bachelor's | 34 | $67,219 | $24,750 |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies. | Bachelor's | 32 | $38,790 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Doctoral | 29 | — | — |
| Engineering-Related Fields. | Master's | 28 | — | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing. | Master's | 25 | $100,058 | — |
| Criminology. | Bachelor's | 24 | — | — |
| Computer Science. | Master's | 23 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 23 | — | — |
| Philosophy. | Master's | 21 | — | — |
| Social Work. | Bachelor's | 21 | — | $25,000 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 20 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 18 | — | — |
| Music. | Doctoral | 18 | — | — |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Master's | 17 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About The Catholic University of America
The Catholic University of America is a mid-sized institution located in Washington, District of Columbia, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 3,154 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Health professions, Psychology.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at The Catholic University of America — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $29,561 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $58,378 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $75,481 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 79.5%, a strong completion outcome. 86.5% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $73,250 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
The Catholic University of America confers degrees and certificates across 23 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Health professions, Psychology. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by humanities & arts (25% of credentials), business (24% of credentials), social sciences (22% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
The Catholic University of America accepts 83% of applicants, making it open or near-open admission.
Location & campus
Set in Washington, District of Columbia (city), The Catholic University of America draws students from across District of Columbia and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about The Catholic University of America
Q.How much does The Catholic University of America cost?
The average net price at The Catholic University of America is $29,561 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $75,481.
Q.What is the graduation rate at The Catholic University of America?
The Catholic University of America has a 6-year graduation rate of 79.5% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into The Catholic University of America?
The Catholic University of America admits 83% of applicants, which is considered open or near-open admission.
Q.How much do The Catholic University of America graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median The Catholic University of America graduate earns $73,250 per year.
Q.What is tuition at The Catholic University of America?
Published tuition is $58,378 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is The Catholic University of America located?
The Catholic University of America is located in Washington, District of Columbia (ZIP 20064).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with The Catholic University of America at their official website.