CUA in Washington

Students are the highest priority at this small, research-oriented school located in a world capital. They participate in challenging academic programs and receive individual attention from the dedicated family that is our campus community. Extensive internship opportunities and study-abroad programs provide career preparation and round out the college experience.

Founded in 1887as a graduate institution in the European tradition, The Catholic University of America has welcomed undergraduates since 1904. More then 350 full-time faculty members teach in five schools serving 3,000 undergraduates. Distinguished as the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States, CUA is the only institution of higher education established by the U.S. Catholic bishops. The university is noted for a rich Catholic tradition that emphasizes high ideals, a balanced life and intellectual development. Students from all religious traditions are welcome.

Strategically located in the nation's capital, CUA's 142-acre campus provides an impressive combination of collegiate and city life. Student life is culturally dynamic in a city famous for museums, monuments, and landmarks such as Capitol Hill, the Smithsonian Institution, Library of Congress, the National Zoo and the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts.

CUA students enjoy the best of both worlds -- a beautiful campus in a vibrant city.