THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICAWa s h i n g t o n , D . C .

TABLE OF CONTENTS2 Success Begins at CUA

6 Selecting a College: See Yourself Here

10 Washington: A College Town

14 Academics: Learn How to Think

18 Campus Life: Living the Collegiate Life

22 Athletics: Keep Moving

26 Campus Activities: Never A Dull Moment

30 Campus Ministry: Find the Spirit of Service

34 Internships: Experience in the Real World

38 Education Abroad: Gain a Fresh Perspective

43 Undergraduate Degrees, Majors, and Programs

55 Visit Campus

56 Admissions

58 Scholarships and Financial Aid

Catholic University combines the resources of a major research university with thecomfortable feel of a liberal arts college comprising more than 3,600 undergraduates.Here you will study with men and women who are at the forefront of their fields. Andbecause most of your classes will be small, you become an essential contributor to thedialogue in each class. Your thoughts will be valued, your opinions sought.

While proudly a Catholic university, CUA embraces the spirit of inquiry and academicfreedom while welcoming students of all faith backgrounds. What you will find oncampus is an inviting Catholic presence. Whenever you want the opportunity to pray,attend services, go on a retreat, or talk to a spiritual adviser, you will find the doorsalways open.

The key to success after college is success

in college. When you come to CUA, you’ll

find many opportunities to shine. Start with

a top-notch liberal arts education, but don’t

stop there …

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Victor DavidHometown: Joliet, Ill.

Catholic University is a great place to hone your skills as a leader, to make your ideas work. Take Victor David,for example. When he came to Catholic University as a freshman, he noticed something was missing. “Wedidn’t have a pep band.” Victor decided to do something about that. He founded one.

After researching the history of pep bands at CUA, “an on-again, off-again thing,” the honors program student,politics major, and Knights of Columbus member started asking people if they’d like to play music togetherto generate more school spirit around campus, especially at athletic events. He posted flyers and advertisedover different CUA media. “Sure enough,” he says, “they came — classics majors, politics, music, English,basically everything under the sun.” Thanks to Victor, the CUA Pep Band now plays at Orientation, footballand basketball games, Fall Fiesta — wherever they’re called upon to ramp up school spirit.

Some students thirst for the energy of a bustling metropolis. Others prefer the friendlycomfort of campus life. At CUA, you can enjoy the excitement of the nation’s capitaland traditional college life on our campus of 180 acres.

What about academics? Whatever you want to study, your major should be somethingthat reflects your talents and passion. CUA is a place where students and faculty worktogether, ensuring excellent personal advising about the best academic program foryou. With more than 70 majors and more than 90 clubs, there is always a way at CUAfor you to explore all of your interests.

At CUA, life is more than coursework. The family-like atmosphere of CUA will haveyou laughing with friends over exam week’s Midnight Breakfast, volunteering your skillsto help a family through Habitat for Humanity, museum-hopping with your roommate,and exceeding your own expectations throughout your college career. You’ll get toknow the new faces around you and find out who you are and who you can be.

Which college is right for you? You can start

the college selection process by asking what

you want from your college experience. Then

imagine yourself on CUA’s campus.

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Washington is one of the nation’s largest college towns, with more than 400,000 otherstudents studying at colleges and universities in the region. And, because CUA partici-pates in the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area, you’llhave access to courses at 14 of those universities, including American, Georgetown,George Washington, Howard, and the University of Maryland College Park.

It’s easy to get around town. The Metrorail system is safe, fast, and convenient. With 80stations, Metrorail will take you everywhere you need to go. CUA even has its own stopright next to campus.

And, oh, the places you’ll go. Take your pick of 19 free Smithsonian museums. Jogthe National Mall from the Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial. Hit the 9:30 Club formusic headliners. Get discounted tickets for the latest hit plays, concerts, and eventsaround town. Meet for chili dogs at Ben’s Chili Bowl. Cheer on Washington Nationalsbaseball or Redskins football. Explore the wildlife at the National Zoo.

Washington, D.C., can be essential in your

education. The nation’s capital attracts some

of the world’s most interesting people and

is a great place to live.

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Kelly FerranteHometown: Howell, N.J.

Like most Catholic University students, senior Kelly Ferrante has found Washington, D.C., a great place in which to live and study. Whether she’s volunteering in a local school for DC Reads, trying out a restaurantwith a campus group, or just wandering around with friends, she always finds something new. “In D.C., there’ssomething for everyone,” she says.

“One of my favorite places to go is Chinatown. There’s the Verizon Center for concerts and sports. Greatrestaurants — something going on all the time. I also go downtown a lot. And to museums … and every-where by Metro. You can go anywhere on the Metro for jobs and internships and just doing fun things.”

As a member of Program Board, Kelly has introduced hundreds of CUA students to life in Washingtonthrough CUA Nights, off-campus trips into D.C., and other Washington-based activities. “It’s great tobring the University together with the city,” she says. “We have so much to do here, it’s foolish not to takeadvantage of it.”

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Knowledge. Reflection. Active scholarship. Those are the hallmarks of a CUA edu-cation. With more than 70 undergraduate majors, nine academic schools that grant undergraduate degrees, and small class sizes, CUA offers remarkably diverse areas ofstudy. You can delve deeply into your major interest while rooting your studies in theenduring liberal arts. You will be valued by your peers and professors.

Catholic University professors are teachers as well as learners themselves. They researchcompelling issues in their fields, connecting knowledge of the past to the promise ofthe future.

Our notable academic leadership has produced dozens of Fulbright, Guggenheim,Wilson, Mellon, and Oxford scholars. Yet, CUA stands out among research universitiesbecause undergraduate studies are a vital part of our faculty’s interests. Four of everyfive CUA professors teach at the undergraduate level.

Catholic University offers all of the benefits of a major research university within a nurturing educational community.

Catholic University is unlike any school

you’ve ever experienced. It’s much better.

You’ll be able to engage with some of

the brightest and most respected faculty in

the country. And your voice will be heard.

Christina WolfgramHometown: Gaithersburg, Md.

No matter what your major, at CUA you’ll take courses across the liberal arts and sciences. That, says ChristinaWolfgram, is a very good thing. “When I came to CUA, I knew I was going to be an English major but I didn’tknow a thing about philosophy. Then I took one of the required courses. I was hooked. I really liked learningabout Plato and Aristotle not only because they are the base of philosophy, but also because they are the baseof so many things — and what they wrote is still applicable today.”

Christina didn’t stop with declaring a minor in philosophy: She worked hard to achieve her goal to qualify forthe University Honors Program by the end of her freshman year, which gave her the opportunity to attend asemester in the Oxford University Honors Program — “a life-changing experience,” she says. “What have Ilearned? If you put your mind to it, at CUA you can do it.”

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Wherever you live on campus, your residence hall will become your home.

Most first-year students live in buildings that offer a traditional residence hall experience.Full-time undergraduates in the University Honors Program may live in the HonorsResidential Community, which integrates intellectual stimulation and social interactionin a living environment designed specifically for them — a close-knit community ofscholars living and learning together. Additional special interest residential communitiesunite academic and social interests, so meeting new friends with whom you share common ground is easy.

In addition, on-campus living helps you succeed in your classes. That’s one reason allfirst- and second-year undergraduate students are required to live on campus, unlessthey commute from home.

Life on campus is so much more than having

a convenient place to hang out between

classes. You become part of a community,

experience different lifestyles and cultures,

share ideas, beliefs, and attitudes.

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Play or cheer others on to victory — you’ll find ways to do both at Catholic University.

For workouts, nothing beats the Eugene I. Kane Student Health and Fitness Center,located in the heart of residence housing. There you’ll find state-of-the-art PrecorCardiovascular Equipment, a complete circuit of Nautilus weight machines, and a free-weight area. And if you want a day on the water, to go hiking, or tackle the slopes,CUA’s Cardinal Adventures can help you get there.

Catholic University also fosters scholar athletes through varsity team sports in theNCAA Division III Landmark and Old Dominion Athletic (for football) conferences.Home games take place at the Raymond A. DuFour Athletic Center, which seats 2,000,while the stadium at DuFour Field seats 3,500 — fine venues for Cardinals baseball,basketball, cross country, field hockey, football, lacrosse, soccer, softball, swimming,tennis, track and field (indoor and outdoor), and volleyball.

Team sports. Off-campus adventures. Cardio

fitness. Intramurals. CUA offers many ways

to discover your personal best. We focus on

cultivating the whole person — the mind,

the spirit, and the body.

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Dwight JonesHometown: Maplewood, N.J.

When CUA’s football coach showed up at his house to discuss attending the University, high school seniorDwight Jones was impressed. And when the coaches were honest about the team, he knew he could trust them.“They didn’t make any excuses.” After a visit to campus, he says, “I felt very much at home.” As a freshmanDwight turned to his coaches and his professors to help him balance the demands of football and academics.“If you don’t get the grades at CUA, you don’t play football. But my coaches helped me get on track.”

He stayed on track so well that he balanced classes, hip-hop dancing, and membership in the Black StudentAlliance with a rigorous football schedule. He became CUA’s fourth leading tackler with 55 stops, was electedteam captain, and, after breaking his foot in a tackle during his last year of play, continued to show leadershipand support from the sidelines. “At CUA,” Dwight says, “I learned to keep my head up, keep going, and maketime to do all the things I love.”

CUA students get involved politically, spiritually, and academically, on campus and inthe community. With more than 90 student organizations, Catholic University makesit easy for you to pursue your interests in virtually every field and activity imaginable.Want to play in the band? Act in the latest musical or play? Tear it up on the intramuralfield? Get involved in student government? Help a child in the community learn howto read through DC Reads? Try your hand at broadcasting from WCUA or writingfor The Tower newspaper?

At CUA, all activities are open to all students — you aren’t limited by your major oryear in college.

Choose one or many activities in organizations that emphasize academics, professions,community service, multiculturalism, politics, spiritual life, recreation, singing, dancing,student government, media, and more!

The campus of Catholic University is more

than a place of learning — it’s a place for

living! Day or night, you can always find new

activities waiting for you at CUA.

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Allison KeaneHometown: Straham, N.H.

Allison Keane came to CUA knowing no one. Now, she says, “I think I could say I know someone from everymajor on campus.” How did she do it? She got involved. “I became friends with people in my dorm and westarted going to different activities together,” she says.

Allison, a politics major, is a member of the service sorority Kappa Tau Gamma and mentors for the EmergingLeaders Program. She works in event planning and promotion for the Office of Campus Activities, a job sheenjoys so much she’s hoping to make a career of it for a nonprofit in D.C. after graduation.

“The more you get involved, the more you belong and feel CUA is a part of your life,” she says. “You meetpeople all over campus. You develop skills to take with you for your future. And you have a lot of fun!”

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The Catholic University of America has a rich tradition of Catholic spirituality. OurOffice of Campus Ministry offers many venues for spiritual devotion and growth. DailyMass, small faith communities, RENEW groups, weekly eucharistic adoration, and 10student-run retreats each year enable students of all religious traditions and of all levelsof spirituality to deepen their faith. Students participate as extraordinary ministers of Communion, ministers of hospitality and music, lectors, altar servers, and sacristans.They can pray and worship at the University’s two main chapels and at the Basilica ofthe National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, adjacent to campus.

Through Campus Ministry, students volunteer with the Little Sisters of the Poor,Habitat for Humanity, and St. Ann’s Infant and Maternity Home. They deliver foodto the homeless, serve in soup kitchens and shelters, tutor in after-school programsand provide sidewalk counseling at abortion clinics. They also bring a caring attitudeand help to the poor residents of Jamaica, Belize, and Honduras on summer and springbreak mission trips.

The heart of Catholic University is Campus

Ministry, a place for spiritual renewal and

opportunities to help people in communities

nearby and far away.

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With internships, you’ll graduate with a résumé that speaks volumes about your drive,experience, and accomplishments.

Government positions make up about a quarter of all the jobs in the Washington area.CUA students can be found working in congressional offices, lobbying organizations,and federal agencies — from the FBI to the White House. The city is also a mecca forthe high-tech, biotechnology, and telecommunications industries. Washington has theworld’s highest concentration of journalists (more than 4,000!) working in its thrivingmedia/communications industry. If business is your forte, D.C. is home to Fortune 500companies, plus trade associations for just about every major industry, from educationto health care. And one of every four multinational firms has an office in Washington.

The metropolitan area supports regional theaters, live music venues, and nationally acclaimed performance centers. Comparisons to New York and London are not uncommon. D.C. is alive with music, dance, and performance.

Many careers have been launched by internships in Washington, D.C.

What kind of internships and career guidance

will you find at CUA? With 2,000 internships

and part-time jobs, and CUA alumni eager

to help, what won’t you find?

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Aaron SmithHometown: Indianapolis, Ind.

Internships. Everybody wants one. CUA students have access to thousands in business, nonprofits, and government. But how do you get the internship that’s right for you? Start by considering what you want out of the experience, says politics major Aaron Smith. “I knew I didn’t just want to sit at a desk from 9 to 5. Iset out to gain experience with the Web and media production over the last year. That’s what I offered to help with in Congressman Burton’s office.” Aaron begins an internship at his congressman’s D.C. officethis fall.

Equally important, he says, is persistence, “I went to my congressman, my two senators, and looked at otherpeople who shared my views. Ultimately, what it took to get an interview was persistence.”

And after the interview? “Don’t forget,” says Aaron, “always send a thank-you note.”

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International outreach has been a central part of the University’s mission since ourfounding. Our Education Abroad Program continues that tradition. You’ll gain a globalviewpoint by living and studying in another country. You’ll also enhance your academicmajor, develop your linguistic skills, and deepen your affinity for another culture.

You can study abroad for a summer, semester, or year. Except for your living expenses,your tuition covers the cost for the program. Any financial aid you receive can be applied to an education abroad program.

You will return from these programs with a new perspective — not just about the world,but also about yourself.

Through CUA’s education abroad, some of the places you can choose to study and livein are Australia, Belgium, Chile, China, England, France, Germany, Greece, Guatemala,Ireland, Italy, Mexico, Poland, and Spain. Opportunities all over the world are availableto CUA students of any major.

A semester, summer, or year abroad is more

than just a change of scenery. It will change

your life. Paris, Rome, Barcelona, Dublin, and

Mexico City are just some of the places CUA’s

Education Abroad Program can take you.

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Andrew LauxHometown: Newtown, Pa.

Andrew Laux spent the spring semester of his junior year studying and immersed in Rome. He and 19 otherarchitecture students sketched the ancient buildings, toured the city (as well as Istanbul), and negotiatedday-to-day Italian life. “It’s one thing to vacation abroad, but when you live in a culture for four months, youhave to learn where to go for groceries, where to go to the bank, where to eat.”

As a freshman, Andrew says, “I thought there was no way I would ever go abroad. But as I continued througharchitecture school, I decided to go to Rome. It’s one of the best decisions I ever made. I felt like I learnedmore this semester than I had in my whole freshman and sophomore years,” he says.

“You look at a building in a book but when you actually see it — the Pantheon! — move around in it, sketch itin person … it’s completely different, a totally different feel … a totally different experience.”

Undergraduate Degrees, Majors, and Programs

EXPLORATORY STUDIESExploratory StudiesNote: This is for students undecided about their major.

SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNINGFour-Year Bachelor of Science in Architecture Architecture/Civil Engineering (dual degree)

SCHOOL OF ARTS AND SCIENCESAnthropologyArt HistoryArt: Studio*BiochemistryBiologyChemical PhysicsChemistryClassical CivilizationClassical HumanitiesClassics — Greek and LatinDrama*Education

Early ChildhoodElementarySecondary

Education Studies (nonteaching)English Language and Literature*Environmental ChemistryFrench*German*History*Italian StudiesMathematics*Mathematics/PhysicsMedia StudiesMedical TechnologyMedieval and Byzantine StudiesPhilosophyPhilosophy/Pre-LawPhysicsPoliticsPsychologySociologySpanish*Spanish for International ServiceTheology and Religious Studies* Majors are also offered as Secondary Education minors.

SCHOOL OF BUSINESS AND ECONOMICSAccountingEconomicsFinanceInternational BusinessInternational Economics and FinanceManagementMarketingUndecided/Business

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SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING Biomedical EngineeringCivil Engineering

Construction EngineeringCivil Engineering/Architecture (dual degree)

Computer Science Electrical Engineering

Alternative and Renewable EnergyMechanical Engineering

Environmental EngineeringUndecided/Engineering

BENJAMIN T. ROME SCHOOL OF MUSICBachelor of Arts

GeneralPerformanceMusic History and Literature

Bachelor of MusicCollaborative PianoCompositionMusic Education

General — Choral Music EducationInstrumental Music EducationCombined General — Choral and Instrumental Music

Education (dual degree)Musical TheatrePerformance

Orchestral InstrumentsOrganPianoVoice

Piano Pedagogy

SCHOOL OF NURSINGBachelor of Science in Nursing

SCHOOL OF PHILOSOPHYBachelor of ArtsBachelor of Philosophy

NATIONAL CATHOLIC SCHOOL OF SOCIAL SERVICEBachelor of Social Work

PRE-PROFESSIONAL STUDIESPre-DentalPre-LawPre-MedicinePre-Veterinary

UNIVERSITY HONORS PROGRAMAn Aristotelian StudiumThe Christian TraditionCritical Exploration of Social RealityThe Environment, Energy, and PolicyLiberal Studies (for students in the schools of architecture, engineering,

and nursing)Tradition and Renewal in Contemporary Catholicism

School of Architecture and Planning

Studying architecture and planning in

the nation’s capital provides a unique

opportunity to learn about both the

old and the new in one of the fastest

growing areas in the country. From

the nation’s treasured monuments

and historic buildings to modern

high-rises and expansive airports,

the Washington, D.C., area provides a

virtual learning laboratory. CUA offers

a professional education to those who

will design, construct, and conserve

the built environment.

THE PROGRAMThe four-year program leads to a pre-professional degree ofBachelor of Science in Architecture, which prepares you for professional study or employment.

Starting freshman year you will work in the studio. You will beintroduced in stages to the world of architecture, beginning withintroductory courses in theory, design, history, and graphics, integrated with a firm liberal arts background.

THE CUA ADVANTAGE• Enrichment programs such as design studio options, education

abroad programs, and community service projects.

• A broad curriculum that includes design and technical studiesalong with courses in the humanities — ensuring your compre-hensive understanding of the built environment.

OUR FACULTYOur full-time faculty — along with a distinguished array of visitinglecturers and studio critics from the profession — draw upon theirresearch, scholarship, and professional practice to give breadth anddepth to the educational experience of our students.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM• CUA offers a variety of architecture travel-study programs rang-

ing from two-week trips to Asia, Europe, and South America, tocomplete semesters abroad in Europe.

• Students are encouraged to participate in professional internshipswith the more than 300 firms in the Washington, D.C., area.

• The Catholic University of America Design Collaborative,CUAdc, is one mechanism within the school that enables students to practice architecture as agents of positive socialchange through pro bono design, build, and fabrication projects.

OUR GRADUATESOur graduates find jobs in architecture, planning, constructionmanagement, urban design, or related fields. Alumni have alsomoved into creative design-related fields, including teaching,film and stage set design, exhibition design, graphic design, anddigital media design.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaSchool of Architecture and Planning101 Edward M. Crough Center for Architectural StudiesWashington, DC 20064202-319-5188cua-arch@cua.edu

architecture.cua.edu

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School of Arts and Sciences

A traditional core of humanities, arts,

social sciences, and natural sciences

provides the best educational launch-

ing pad for our students. The liberal

arts program prepares knowledge-

able critical thinkers who bring strong

skills to their work as well as practice

in true learning. We understand the

value of a liberal arts education, as

do the 2,100 undergraduates who

study in arts and sciences, the largest

of CUA’s academic schools.

THE PROGRAMMore than 50 undergraduate majors are offered through 18 academic departments. In addition, a variety of interdisciplinaryprograms enhance any major with unique study opportunities. Therange of fields of study at CUA enables students to explore all theirinterests, and discover new ones, during their undergraduate career.

THE CUA ADVANTAGE• Small classes taught by professors who will know your name.

• Diverse course offerings, such as Washington: Symbol and City;Art of the Interview; Christianity and Politics; Sound and Lightin Nature and Arts; Spanish Language/Culture Activity; andSociology of Sports.

• Flexibility within a core curriculum.

OUR FACULTYOur faculty members are award-winning, well-published scholarswho value not only research but also interaction with under-graduate students. The connection between professors and students on campus yields rich academic discussion as well as a sense of community.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOMEducation abroad programs in countries such as Australia, Italy,Chile, China, and Ireland augment the undergraduate experienceby giving students the chance to live and learn nearly anywherein the world. In addition, an array of internship opportunitiesprovides students with practical professional knowledge and connections for future careers.

OUR GRADUATESCUA alumni are successful in fields as diverse as accounting and theology. Our graduates are utilizing their CUA educationin positions as senators, teachers, film producers, lawyers, volunteers, journalists, and more. A strong alumni networkthroughout the country helps provide current students with richprofessional resources.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaSchool of Arts and Sciences107 McMahon HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-5114

arts-sciences.cua.edu

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School of Business and Economics

Today’s business world has been

stained with alarming failure and cor-

ruption, which demands a new and

moral way of approaching business.

The Catholic University of America’s

School of Business and Economics

is doing just that. Our programs form

both the intellect and will of each

student by pairing business educa-

tion with virtue and the natural law,

providing students with the ability

to challenge current practices and

approach business differently.

THE PROGRAMThe School of Business and Economics offers seven undergraduatedegree programs: accounting, economics, finance, internationalbusiness, international economics and finance, management, andmarketing. Each program intentionally balances both practicalbusiness understanding and liberal arts courses to educate studentsas comprehensive intellectuals. This comprehensive education ispaired with a thorough focus on ethics, which enables studentsto distinguish themselves in their job searches and careers.

THE CUA ADVANTAGE• The Catholic difference is not merely a difference in name, but

also in practice.

• Students who complete our programs will bring the core moralvirtues of trustworthiness, courage, self-control, and prudenceto their employers, benefiting the market economy as a whole.

• Each program incorporates liberal arts education to form betterthinkers, decision makers, and business leaders.

• Students have access to personal attention from faculty and adedicated career coordinator to aid them in their academic andprofessional careers.

OUR FACULTYThe professors in the School of Business and Economics are highlyeffective instructors who bring outstanding practical and academicexperience to the classroom. They are business professionals,mentors, researchers, respected intellectuals, and experiencedleaders in their fields who are fervent to educate future businessleaders towards a more humane and effective practice of business.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOMStudents studying business and economics place a high value oncommunity and working together to achieve success. Our studentsbuild friendships and can always be found working, relaxing, andlaughing together. This camaraderie provides an environment forstudents to share their academic, social, and internship experienceswith one another, expanding their education.

OUR GRADUATESAlumni of the School of Business and Economics have beenchallenged by their professors to be forces for good in our world.They have graduated as courageous, competitive, and honorablebusiness professionals ready for a wide variety of career paths.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaSchool of Business and Economics307 McMahon HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-5236

business.cua.edu

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School of Engineering

The School of Engineering has a long

tradition of excellence in preparing its

students for exciting and productive

careers in engineering and related

fields. Graduates are well positioned

to enter professional practice and

graduate studies in engineering

or other fields such as education,

business, politics, or medicine.

Through our accredited programs,

engineering students receive a

solid foundation in mathematics,

science, and engineering science

designed to develop their skills and

prepare them to identify, formulate,

and solve engineering problems.

THE PROGRAMCUA’s School of Engineering offers bachelor’s degrees in bio-medical, civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering as well ascomputer science. Numerous concentrations and dual degreeprograms are also offered. The undergraduate program starts witha common core of classes, followed by professionally orientedcourses specific to the various programs — all of which emphasizedesign and development.

THE CUA ADVANTAGE• State-of-the-art research laboratories, computer integration,

and instructional facilities that provide hands-on learning opportunities for students.

• Small classes taught by renowned professors who are active inresearch and professional practice.

• Opportunities for students to participate in funded researchprojects with faculty.

OUR FACULTYThe School of Engineering has a dedicated faculty that is engagedin research and publication, and committed to instruction. Overthe years, faculty members have received many prestigious grantsand awards. The faculty represents a wide range of research areas,and faculty members participate in many research projects fundedby leading national organizations.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOM• Our location in the nation’s capital gives students many intern-

ship opportunities at federal laboratories and organizations inprivate industry including NASA, NIH, and Siemens.

• Students are active in community service organizations such asEngineers Without Borders.

• Juniors who qualify may study abroad at the Hong Kong Polytechnic University.

OUR GRADUATESCUA’s engineering graduates go on to work for governmentagencies or in industry at such firms as IBM, Johnson & Johnson,FDA, and Microsoft. Many pursue advanced degrees in graduatestudies, and others volunteer their knowledge at organizationssuch as the Peace Corps.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaSchool of Engineering102 Pangborn HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-5160cua-engineer@cua.edu

engineering.cua.edu

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Benjamin T. Rome School of Music

The Benjamin T. Rome School of Music

is the preeminent Catholic center for

music study in the United States. Our

students learn to apply their musical

talents in new and creative ways in

an environment where performance

and scholarship receive equal atten-

tion. Distinguished faculty, extensive

performance opportunities, practical

career preparation, and proximity to

Washington, D.C.’s excellent cultural

and research institutions combine to

form a unique educational experience.

THE PROGRAMOur programs lead to the Bachelor of Music degree in composition,music education, musical theatre, or performance (orchestral instruments, organ, piano, or voice). In addition, students maychoose to pursue one of three Bachelor of Arts degree programs:General, Performance emphasis, or Music History and Literatureemphasis. Applicants to the B.M. degree programs and to the B.A.Performance emphasis are required to audition in their majorperformance area; the General B.A. program and B.A. MusicHistory and Literature emphasis do not require an audition.

THE CUA ADVANTAGE• More than 200 CUA-sponsored performances each year.

• A variety of performing organizations, including the UniversitySymphony Orchestra, Wind Ensemble, Chamber Choir, Townand Gown Community Chorus, University Chorus, UniversitySingers, and Women’s Chorus. Some of these ensembles require audition.

• Our Studio X program enables you to meet and connect withmusic’s newest innovators through workshops and seminars.

• Internship opportunities with a variety of performing organi-zations, including professional theaters, opera, and orchestrasas well as the nearby Library of Congress.

OUR FACULTYOur faculty members have studied and performed with many ofthe world’s premier artists and have captured awards for theircompositions and recordings. Several hold first chair distinctionswith major professional performing groups, and many are activeleaders in major national and international music organizations.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOMStudents have presented concerts at the Vatican, in the CzechRepublic, at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts,and at venues in various other U.S. cities.

OUR GRADUATESEvery major symphony orchestra in the United States includes aCUA music alumnus in its ranks. More than 2,000 music alumnihave won many awards and maintain high professional visibilityas performers, educators, composers, and liturgical musicians.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaBenjamin T. Rome School of Music111 Ward HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-5414cua-music@cua.edu

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School of Nursing

The “skills to succeed and the values

to guide” are the focus of CUA’s

baccalaureate program in nursing.

For more than 70 years we have

prepared our students for clinical

practice, education, and research.

Long respected as one of the premier

nursing schools in the country, our

nursing school continues to grow and

change in order to prepare nurses

who have the skills and confidence

to become leaders in 21st-century

health care.

THE PROGRAMThe baccalaureate program, which leads to the Bachelor of Sciencein Nursing degree, prepares students for professional nursingpractice. Courses emphasize clinical performance, with a strongfoundation of science and theory. The curriculum incorporatesnursing foundational classes with liberal arts coursework andclinical hours, a combination that fosters the intellectual, personal,and spiritual growth of each student.

THE CUA ADVANTAGE• Our program is nationally ranked and fully accredited by the

Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education.

• Diverse clinical opportunities complement classroom, laboratory,and simulation center instruction. The School of Nursing’spartnerships include large medical centers, community-basedhealth care centers, and small- and moderate-sized hospitals.

• The on-campus Nursing Skills Laboratory and the NursingSimulation Center provide students with the opportunity tolearn important nursing skills and health assessment techniquesas they progress through their program of study.

OUR FACULTYThe School of Nursing has full-time and adjunct faculty memberswith expertise in virtually every major field of nursing. In addition,the School of Nursing has attracted a number of talented nursesfrom the community who serve as clinical mentors for students.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOMStudents in the School of Nursing are active members of theircommunity. On campus, nursing students are involved in studentgovernment, athletics, community service, and more. And ourunique location in the nation’s capital provides students with the opportunity to explore the wide variety of career paths opento nurses.

OUR GRADUATESRecent graduates can be found in a variety of specialties, includinglabor and delivery, cardiovascular, emergency, bone marrow trans-plantation, neurological intensive care, and orthopedics. Many of our alumni go on to earn graduate degrees. Both master’s anddoctoral programs are offered through CUA’s School of Nursing.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaSchool of Nursing125 Gowan HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-6457cua-nursing@cua.edu

nursing.cua.edu

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School of Philosophy

“All knowledge begins with wonder,”

according to Aristotle, and that’s how

we approach studies in the School

of Philosophy. We take an historical

approach to contemporary and age-

old questions fundamental to human

life: What is the human good? What

are the ultimate principles of being

and knowledge? Delving into these

topics gives our students the critical

thinking skills to analyze and articulate

ideas while also developing a unique

perspective on their own lives.

THE PROGRAM• The Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, offered through the School

of Arts and Sciences or the School of Philosophy, emphasizes theenduring questions of human nature and knowledge of God.

• The Bachelor of Philosophy, Ph.B., is an undergraduate degreeconferred by the Catholic Church. This degree, often chosen bythose pursuing careers in the Church, also serves the purposeof the civil degree, the B.A. The Ph.B. is an option for studentsgraduating in the School of Philosophy.

• A pre-law concentration, emphasizing logic, morality, andhuman action, is available for students interested in preparingfor a career in law or related fields.

THE CUA ADVANTAGECatholic University is among only a handful of institutions in thecountry to have a separate school of philosophy. In our case, thisreflects the role of philosophy in the Catholic intellectual tradition.Philosophy is the place where natural reason pursues the full andcomplete truth about the world. Starting with classical philosophy,exemplified in the works of Aristotle and St. Thomas Aquinas,the faculty of the school bring ancient and medieval philosophyinto dialogue with modernity.

OUR FACULTYOur 22 full-time faculty members have studied at many of theworld’s leading programs. CUA’s scholars represent every majorphilosophic era as well as more specific focuses such as politicalphilosophy.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOMEach fall, our faculty invites top scholars to campus to lecture on a given topic. Past lecture series topics have included theWeakness of Will, Natural Moral Law in Contemporary Society,and Freedom and the Human Person.

OUR GRADUATESOur students benefit from the school’s strengths in history ofphilosophy, ethics, and political philosophy as they pursue careersin law, business, and many other fields as well as in the traditionalacademic career paths of teaching and research.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaSchool of PhilosophyAquinas HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-5636cua-philosophy@cua.edu

philosophy.cua.edu

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National Catholic School of Social Service

Social work is an exciting profession

for undergraduates who want to work

with people. Generalist social work

practice at the undergraduate level

prepares you to work in numerous

fields and settings and with a variety

of populations, from infants to the

elderly. Studying social work in the

nation’s capital provides unique

immersion opportunities for students.

Students in the social work program

typically attend policy hearings on

Capitol Hill and are placed in agen-

cies in and around Washington, D.C.

They are eligible upon graduation for

licensure throughout the U.S.

THE PROGRAMThe four-year program leads to a bachelor’s degree in social work,which prepares students for professional study or employment.Consistent with Catholic social teachings and social work values,the National Catholic School of Social Service strives to educateits students to contribute responsibly to the fulfillment of socialwelfare objectives and to be of effective service to all peoples.

THE CUA ADVANTAGE• Field internship learning experiences are a key part of our

students’ social work education, providing invaluable supportfor what our students are learning in the classroom.

• NCSSS has six research and training centers: Center for International Social Development; Center for Spirituality andSocial Work; Center for the Advancement of Children, Youth,and Families; Center on Global Aging; Center for CommunityDevelopment and Social Justice; and Center for the Promotionof Health and Mental Health Well-Being.

OUR FACULTYThere are 18 full-time faculty members and more than 25 part-time faculty members teaching and researching within NCSSS.Every academic year faculty members at the National CatholicSchool of Social Service present results of their research at anumber of national and international meetings of social workand allied fields.

BEYOND THE CLASSROOMStudents seek opportunities in the community to explore theirinterests in social work through service learning and field educa-tion. During the second semester of the junior year, students spendeight hours each week in community social welfare agencies in asupervised practicum. During the senior year, all students spendtwo days each week in community social welfare agencies in a supervised practicum.

OUR GRADUATESThe school, fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, has more than 3,500 alumni working throughout theworld in many fields, including child welfare, gerontology, familypreservation, health and mental health, social policy, social justice,and social work education.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaNational Catholic School of Social Service100 Shahan HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-5458

ncsss.cua.edu

Pre-Professional Studies

Professional schools do not have a

prescribed undergraduate major for

students seeking admission to their

programs. Your major should reflect

your skills, interests, and the subjects

you are passionate about. At Catholic

University, students work closely with

the academic adviser of their selected

major and the pre-professional ad-

viser. Advisement ensures that you

are carefully guided through course

selection and the subsequent appli-

cation and interview process for the

various professional schools. Advisers

also work with students to secure

opportunities for experiences related

to the profession.

PRE-DENTAL PROGRAMStudents considering a career in dentistry benefit from CUA’sstrong liberal arts foundation with specialized courses in the sciences. Through personal attention from a pre-dental adviser andan academic adviser, you’ll choose courses that are appropriateprerequisites for dental school.

PRE-LAW PROGRAMThe Catholic University of America agrees with the American BarAssociation that the best preparation for law school is a varied,academically challenging liberal arts education. Because of the richcomplexity of the law and the adaptability of the human mind,there is no standard pre-law curriculum or preferences for anyspecific undergraduate major. As a pre-law student at CUA, youare encouraged to pursue a major in which you have a strong interest and that will provide you a broad educational foundation.

PRE-MEDICAL PROGRAMAdmission into medical school is competitive and requires plan-ning, determination, and aptitude. CUA’s pre-medicine programis the right place to begin working towards that goal. Our pro-gram offers students a solid educational foundation, personal academic advising, and sound preparation for the Medical CollegeAdmissions Test as well as the rigors of medical school.

PRE-VETERINARY PROGRAMThe goal of professional veterinary education is to prepare futureveterinarians who are both competent and committed to usingtheir scientific knowledge and skills for the benefit of society. A broad background in several disciplines, including English,philosophy, and biology, provides the foundation for these prac-titioners. Students work closely with the pre-veterinary adviserto select appropriate courses based on their interests.

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University Honors Program

Supported by a National Endowment

for the Humanities grant, our four-

year honors program brings students

and faculty together from all areas of

the University in the pursuit of knowl-

edge. It explores the great ideas of

civilization from ancient to modern

times, hones skills in critical thinking,

and lays a solid foundation in the

classical liberal arts. Students benefit

from participation in small, seminar-

style courses with the University’s

best scholar-teachers.

The University Honors Program reflects CUA’s commitment to academic excellence. Our program offers a unique intellectualchallenge for undergraduates with motivation and outstandingacademic promise.

The program provides an integrated world view based on the inter-relation of academic disciplines. In addition to the coursework foryour major, you will choose from the following four-semester interdisciplinary sequences:

• An Aristotelian Studium

• The Christian Tradition

• Critical Exploration of Social Reality

• The Environment, Energy, and Policy

• Liberal Studies (for students in the schools of architecture, engineering, and nursing)

• Tradition and Renewal in Contemporary Catholicism

Admission to the University Honors Program is selective. Studentswith a minimum 3.5 GPA and 1300 SAT (Math and CriticalReading sections) will be reviewed for admission to the honorsprogram based on the contents of the Undergraduate Applicationfor Admission; there is no additional application for the program.Transfer and upperclass students also may apply for admission intothe program after an initial interview with the program director.

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaUniversity Honors Program112A McMahon HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-5220

honors.cua.edu

First-Year Experience

CUA’s First-Year Experience is the

foundational liberal education core of

the first-year curriculum at CUA and

an ideal way to begin your college

career. The experience brings you

together with your fellow students

and instructors in small learning

communities, placing a premium

on learning, interaction, and adviser

support. In addition to four core

academic courses, you’ll engage in

service learning, academic-based

excursions into D.C., and learning

community dinners that bring every-

one together outside the classroom

in more informal settings.

IN A SENSE ALL THINGS: A CUA PRIMERCUA’s First-Year Experience begins before you move onto campuswith In a Sense All Things: A CUA Primer, which features excerptsof longer works, short poems, and photographs that exemplifythe questions, themes, and ideas you’ll be presented with in yourfirst-year courses. We designed it as a “sampler,” so you can stayup with the readings without missing anything happening in yoursummer before college.

LEARNING COMMUNITY COURSESThe Catholic University of America is rare in its commitment to continuing the dialogue between faith and reason. It is fitting,then, that your education be grounded by multiple courses in bothphilosophy and theology. The perspective you develop in thesecourses will prepare you to continue the rest of your studies atCUA in the light of both faith and reason. You will also take anintensive writing course where you will learn to use writing toadvance your thinking … and thinking to advance your writing.

PHIL 201: The Classical MindENG 101: Writing: Logic and RhetoricPHIL 202: The Modern MindTRS 201: Faith Seeking Understanding

D.C. EXCURSIONSYou and your learning community will also leave CUA’s campus toexplore the rich cultural opportunities in Washington, D.C., bring-ing what you are learning in the classroom to the wider world.

Examples of recent FYE excursions• Holocaust Museum to examine the event from a theological

viewpoint

• National Portrait Gallery to identify a painting that Plato wouldhave rejected from his polis

• Korean War Memorial with discussion about memorials’ rhetoricand how they convey their messages

• Library of Congress in association with a project on organizationand classification

• Supreme Court to encounter law in action and learn about debate/argumentation

• Newseum to analyze journalistic bias

FOR MORE INFORMATIONThe Catholic University of AmericaFirst-Year Experience314 McMahon HallWashington, DC 20064202-319-6879cua-fye@cua.edu

firstyear.cua.edu

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Visit Campus

One of the best ways to learn more

about Catholic University is to visit

campus and spend some time talking

to students, faculty, and staff. You'll

get a feel for what it is like to study

and live in the nation’s capital. Many

CUA students vividly recall their expe-

rience visiting Catholic University for

the first time. We invite you to come

experience CUA, too.

DAILY CAMPUS TOURSDuring the academic year, programs are held at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. each weekday. Tours are also offered during the summerand on select Saturdays. An information session conducted byan admissions counselor is followed by a 45-minute walking tourof campus, led by a current student.

OPEN HOUSE PROGRAMSAn Open House is an excellent opportunity to learn more aboutall you can do at Catholic University. The program includes a welcome session, time to meet with faculty and staff, lunch, a student-led campus tour, and helpful information sessionsabout admissions and financial aid.

ACADEMIC EVENT DAYSSome schools of the University, such as architecture, business andeconomics, engineering, music, nursing, and social work, offer a focused day for you to learn more about specific academic programs. These helpful events also provide guidance about theprofession itself — to further help you determine your educationalobjectives. Interaction with faculty and current students as well ashands-on demonstrations are the highlights of these programs.

CARDINAL VISIT DAYSHigh school sophomores and juniors often want to get a jumpon the college search process. In the spring we offer several opportunities for you to visit campus and learn more about whatCUA has to offer. You will hear from admissions staff and currentstudents and are encouraged to ask questions about the collegeapplication process.

INTERVIEWSIf you have time during your visit, we encourage you to preschedulea personal interview with an admissions counselor. Although theinterview is optional, this gives us a chance to get to know you andyour goals as a student — while answering specific questions youhave about how CUA can help you achieve those goals. Interviewsmay be prescheduled at a time convenient for you.

SCHEDULING YOUR VISITRegister for your visit online at admissions.cua.edu or by callingthe admissions office at 202-319-5305 (toll-free at 800-673-2772).Please note that arranging for a personal interview or sitting in on a class should be scheduled by phone. Visits with athleticcoaches can be scheduled by calling the Department of Athletics at202-319-5286. If possible, two weeks’ advance notice is appreciated.

CAN’T MAKE IT TO CAMPUS?If you aren’t able to travel to Washington, D.C., to tour our 180-acre campus, we invite you to explore CUA online. Check outour virtual tour of the University at virtualtour.cua.edu.

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Admissions

We’re proud to be ranked as one

of The Princeton Review’s “Best in

the Northeast” on its “2012 Best

Colleges: Region by Region” web-

site. CUA was chosen as a result not

only of data and recommendations,

but also what students have reported

about their campus experiences.

There’s no question that Catholic

University will offer you a challenging

and rewarding education. As a learn-

ing community, we aspire to be the

very best we can be — and we look

for students who share a similar

educational commitment.

IMPORTANT APPLICATION DEADLINES

APPLICATION CHECKLISTA Completed CUA Undergraduate Application for AdmissionVisit applyonline.cua.edu if you prefer to apply for admission online. Go to admissions.cua.edu/pdfs.html for scholarship forms.Please note, CUA also accepts the Common Application.

Essay

$55 Nonrefundable Application Fee Do not send cash. Submit your check or money order, payable inU.S. currency, to The Catholic University of America.

Secondary School Report (freshmen only)

Official TranscriptsFreshmen: Complete Part I of the Secondary School Reportand forward it to your high school guidance counselor who willcomplete Part II and submit it directly to CUA with an officialtranscript.

Transfers: Contact your high school and request an official tran-script. This is required regardless of your high school graduationdate. Transfer applicants must also submit one official transcriptfrom all colleges and universities attended. Applicants are judgedprimarily on the strength of their previous college experience.Applicants who have completed fewer than 24 credits at the collegelevel will be judged on their college work, high school transcripts,and SAT or ACT scores. A Certification of Good Standing isalso required.

Admission Type Fall Deadline Spring Deadline

FreshmanEarly Action

Nov. 15 N/A

FreshmanRegular Decision

Feb. 15 Nov. 15

Transfer July 15 Nov. 15

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Standardized TestsRequest that all of your test results be sent directly to The CatholicUniversity of America.

SAT or ACT: The highest scores presented will be consideredfrom any administration or combination of administrations. Students submitting scores from the ACT in lieu of the SAT Itest should submit the optional writing section of the ACT aswell. We recommend sending all test scores from each “sitting”or administration.

SAT II: CUA uses SAT II subject tests for placement purposesonly. Applicants enrolling in the School of Arts and Sciences orthe School of Philosophy should submit SAT II test results in aforeign language. Students who have taken SAT II tests in othersubject areas also are encouraged to submit scores. For more information, visit admissions.cua.edu/test.

CUA SAT Code: 5104

CUA ACT Code: 0654

Note for transfer students: SAT/ACT scores may be waived if you have completed atleast 24 college credits.

Letter of RecommendationYour application must include one letter of recommendation froma teacher, counselor, coach, or employer who knows you. Transferapplicants should contact a current or recent professor. Ask thisindividual to write a brief, one-page appraisal of your academicand personal qualities and your potential as a student at CatholicUniversity. It should be submitted with your Undergraduate Application for Admission.

Personal Interview (optional)A personal interview with an admissions counselor can help determine whether Catholic University is the right fit for you. It is strongly recommended that you schedule an interview duringyour visit to campus.

TRANSFER APPLICANTSYou can apply as a candidate for transfer admission if you hold a high school diploma (or its equivalent) and have completed aminimum of 12 credit hours at an accredited college or univer-sity. Students who have already received a bachelor’s degree andwant to complete a second bachelor’s degree program should fill out the Second Degree Application, which can be found atadmissions.cua.edu/pdfs.html.

Transfer applicants are encouraged to submit application materialsas early as possible for the semester in which admission is sought.Transfer admission decisions are made on a rolling basis. Note:CUA does not accept transfer nursing applications. For more information,please visit nursing.cua.edu.

Transfer applicants are required to submit a Certification of GoodStanding along with their application. They can submit any of thefollowing: 1) Common Application’s College Official’s Report, 2) CUA’s Certification of Good Standing form, OR 3) a letter of good standing from your dean of students, academic adviser,registrar, etc., stating that you are in good academic standing, are eligible to return to the institution, and an explanation of any disciplinary actions. One of these forms needs to be mailedto the CUA Office of Undergraduate Admissions directly fromthe college official.

INTERNATIONAL APPLICANTSIn addition to the regular application checklist, international applicants must also submit the following:

TOEFL or IELTS International students who are non-native English speakers musttake one of these exams to prove they have a sufficient under-standing of the English language.

CUA TOEFL Code: 5104

IELTS: Have scores sent directly to: The Catholic University of AmericaOffice of Undergraduate Admissions

620 Michigan Ave, N.E.Washington, DC 20064

Documentation of Financial SupportTo comply with U.S. immigration law, admitted students mustprovide written proof that they have adequate funds to meet theexpenses incurred while studying in the United States.

Photocopy of a Valid PassportFor information, visit admissions.cua.edu/international.

ESTIMATED FIRST-YEAR COSTSCatholic University has made a determined effort to keep its tuition competitive with other comparable quality private insti-tutions of higher learning. For the most up-to-date expenses,visit financialaid.cua.edu/tuition-and-fees.cfm.

admissions.cua.edu

The Catholic University of America admits students of any race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, age, or disability to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generallyaccorded or made available to students at the University. It does not discriminate against students or applicants for admission, or employees or applicants for employment, on thebasis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, or on the basis of sex, age, or disability, in the administration of its educational or admissions policies or in any aspect of its operations.

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Scholarships and Financial Aid

At Catholic University, we are aware of

the considerable financial investment

our students and their families make

to attend the University. For this

reason, we work closely with you to

ensure that you receive the maxi-

mum possible financial assistance.

Our focus is on helping as many

eligible students as possible achieve

their goal of obtaining a high quality

academic and values-based educa-

tion. Nine out of every 10 full-time

students at Catholic University receive

some level of financial aid, based on

both need and academic potential.

FINANCIAL AIDCUA’s financial aid program includes both academic- and need-based awards, designed to supplement family resources so thatstudents who desire to attend the University can afford to do so.

The CUA need-based aid application process requires submissionof the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE application. Note: Your FAFSAapplication cannot be processed if you do not include your Social Securitynumber and birth date on your admission’s application. File the FAFSAonline at www.fafsa.gov. File the CSS PROFILE online at profileonline.collegeboard.com.

ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS AND GRANTSScholarships are awarded on the basis of strong academic creden-tials. Each student is independently reviewed for all academic-basedscholarships for which he or she may be eligible.

Archdiocesan ScholarshipsThese full-tuition, four-year scholarships are CUA’s most presti-gious awards for incoming freshmen. Limited funding is availableand will be awarded based on a strong personal and academicprofile. To be eligible for consideration for this scholarship, students must have a minimum:

3.8 GPA (4.0 scale)

1450 SAT (for Critical Reading and Math sections) or 32 ACT

Alumni Grant Graduates of Catholic University’s undergraduate, graduate, or lawschool programs may nominate new incoming freshmen and trans-fer students for this four-year, $1,000 award. Limited funding isavailable and will be awarded based on a strong personal profile,shown through leadership experience and extracurricular activities.Download a nomination form at admissions.cua.edu/forms.

Parish ScholarshipParishioners of Catholic churches are eligible for this $3,000scholarship, renewable for four years. The pastor may nominateany number of new freshmen or transfer students for this award,as funding is provided by The Catholic University of America.Receipt of the scholarship is not automatic because funding for the program is limited. Download a nomination form atadmissions.cua.edu/forms.

Family GrantA Family Grant is available if two or more children of the samefamily are concurrently registered as full-time, dependent under-graduate students pursuing their first B.A. or B.S. degrees at CUA.The older child enrolled at CUA receives a $2,000 yearly grant.Download an application form at admissions.cua.edu/forms.

CUA AT A GLANCELOCATIONWashington, D.C.

• Three miles north of the U.S. Capitol inthe residential Brookland neighborhood• Brookland-CUA Metrorail stop next tocampus• The Library of Congress, Union Station,Smithsonian Institution, Supreme Court,White House, and other national landmarksjust minutes away

FACULTY• 10:1 student to faculty ratio• 20 students per class on average• 95 percent of the full-time faculty hold thehighest degree in their fields• 11 percent of the faculty belong to religiousorders

STUDENTS• 3,600 undergraduate• 2,500 graduate (non-law)• 650 law• 45 percent male• 55 percent female

CHARACTER• Four-year, private university with a com-prehensive liberal arts and professionalcurriculum in nine undergraduate schools:architecture and planning, arts and sciences,business and economics, engineering,music, nursing, philosophy, professionalstudies, and social work

INTERNSHIPS• Approximately 2,000 governmental, private sector, and nonprofit internshipsand part-time jobs available each year toCUA students in Washington, D.C., andthroughout the United States

ACTIVITIES• More than 90 student clubs and organiza-tions on campus focusing on a wide arrayof interests

ATHLETICS• 21 NCAA Division III varsity sports• Extensive club and intramural sports

HOUSING• 180-acre campus encompassing 17 residencehalls, 25 modular housing units, two diningfacilities, the Raymond A. DuFour AthleticCenter, a convenience store, and the EdwardJ. Pryzbyla University Center

SCHOLARSHIPS AND FINANCIAL AID• More than 90 percent of our students receive university aid through comprehensiveacademic-based programs (scholarships)and need-based programs (loans, grants,federal work–study)• Awards based on need as determined by theFree Application for Federal Student Aid(FAFSA) and the College Board CSS Profile• Additional scholarships are available bynomination. A $1,000 Alumni Grant and a $3,000 Parish Scholarship — each renewable up to four years

BEYOND GRADUATION• 91 percent of recent CUA graduates received jobs within six months of commencement• 33 percent of recent graduates went on to full- or part-time graduate school

IMPORTANT CODES• SAT Code: 5104 • ACT Code: 0654 • FAFSA Code: 001437

ACCREDITATION• Commission on Higher Education of theMiddle States Association of Colleges andSchools

CONTACTThe Catholic University of AmericaOffice of Undergraduate AdmissionsWashington, DC 20064

Email: cua-admissions@cua.edu

Web: www.cua.edu

Admissions Phone:800-673-2772 or 202-319-5305

Student Financial Assistance Phone:888-635-7788 or 202-319-5307

Office of University Admissions Washington, DC 20064

202-319-5305 • 800-673-2772202-319-6533 (fax)

cua-admissions@cua.eduwww.cua.edu

R E A S O N . F A I T H . S E R V I C E .