• What does it mean to be a Catholic university?

    It means that service and faith are at the core of everything we do. ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ is the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States, founded and sponsored by the bishops of the country with the approval of the Holy See. Learn more about how Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ is faithfully Catholic. 

  • What GPA do you need to get into Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ?

    There is no GPA requirement for Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ. Successful applicants to Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ pursue a combination of college preparatory, Honors, and AP/IB courses that fit their interests and strengths. All students are reviewed within the context of their high school, with course offerings and schedules and class rank taken into account when appropriate. Learn more about admission to Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ.

  • Is Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ Division I?

    Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ is a Division III school. The ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ sponsors 25 varsity programs. Learn more about Athletics at Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ.

  • Does Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ require SAT scores?

    Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ does not require SAT scores. We believe we can make effective admission decisions without requiring SAT or ACT scores. Your success in the classroom is the best indicator of your success. Learn more about admission at Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ.

  • How much is Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ tuition?

    $34,793 is the average tuition and room-and-board cost after scholarships and grants to first-year students. Learn more about tuition and financial aid. .

  • How big is Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ?

    As of Fall 2022 there are 3,011 undergraduate students and 1,957 graduate students. Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ sits on 176 acres, the largest, greenest campus in Washington, D.C.

  • Does Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ give scholarships?

    Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ offers a range of scholarships that recognize and reward you for outstanding academic performance in high school — as well as exceptional leadership and service in your school, church, and community. Learn more about scholarships.

  • Does Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ have Greek life?

    Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ does have Greek organizations on campus: 

  • Do you have to be Catholic to go to Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ?

    No, students of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome at Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ. Learn about the community at Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ.

  • Where is Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ?

    Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ is located in the Brookland neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Our campus offers the best of both worlds: a small neighborhood feel in the heart of a metropolitan city. Learn about Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ's D.C. advantage.

  • Is Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ Jesuit?

    Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ is not associated with any particular religious order. It was founded and sponsored by the bishops of the United States with the approval of the Holy See. Learn more about how Catholic ÃÛÌÒ½»ÓÑ is faithfully Catholic.  

Updated August 14, 2023