The Catholic University of America is unique as the national university of the Catholic Church and as the only higher education institution founded by the U.S. bishops. Established in 1887 as a papally chartered graduate and research center, the University began offering undergraduate education in 1904.
- #1038 Ranking
- 78 Masters
- 774 Academic Staff
- 6,967 Students
- 3,901 Students (female)
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Master's Programmes
Humanities (28)
- M.A. Biblical Studies
- M.Cat. Catechesis
- M.Cat. Catechesis (online)
- M.B.A. Church Administration
- M.A. Church History
- M.Div. Divinity
- M.A. English
- M.A. Greek
- M.A. Greek and Latin
- M.A. History
- MA/JD History and Law
- M.A. Latin
- M.A. Liturgical Studies
- M.A. Philosophy
- JD/MA Philosophy and Law
- M.A. Playwriting
- M.A. Religion and Culture
- M.M. Vocal Accompanying
Social Sciences (20)
- M.A. Biblical Studies
- M.A. Greek
- M.A. Greek and Latin
- M.A. Human Factors
- M.A. Liturgical Studies
- M.A. Politics
- JD/MA Psychology and Law
- M.A. Religion and Culture
- M.S.W. Social Work (online)
- M.S.W./J.D. Social Work and Law
- M.A. Sociology
- M.A. Theatre Education
Arts, Design & Architecture (18)
- MArch Architecture
- MArch + MS Architecture and Net Zero Design
- MFA Directing
- MAT Music Education
- M.A. Musicology
- M.M. Piano Performance
- M.A. Playwriting
- M.A. Theatre Education
- M.M. Vocal Accompanying
- M.M. Vocal Performance
Business & Management (13)
- M.Sc. Business
- M.B.A. Church Administration
- M.Sc. Engineering Management
- M.H.A. Health Administration
- LL.M. Law
- M.Sc. Management
- M.A. Politics
- M.S.W. Social Work
Natural Sciences & Mathematics (13)
- M.Sc. Biology
- M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Sc. Biotechnology
- M.Sc. Data Analytics
- M.A. Human Factors
- M.Sc. Physics
- JD/MA Psychology and Law
- M.A. Sociology
Applied Sciences & Professions (11)
- M.S.W. Social Work
- M.S.W. Social Work (online)
- M.S.W./J.D. Social Work and Law
Law (7)
- MA/JD History and Law
- LL.M. Law
- M.L.S. Legal Studies
- JD/MA Philosophy and Law
- JD/MA Psychology and Law
- M.S.W./J.D. Social Work and Law
Computer Science & IT (6)
Engineering & Technology (6)
- MArch Architecture
- M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- M.Sc. Civil Engineering
- M.Sc. Mechanical Engineering
Medicine & Health (5)
- M.Sc. Biomedical Engineering
- M.H.A. Health Administration
- M.Sc. Nursing
- M.Sc. Nursing (online)
- M.S.W. Social Work
Education & Training (2)
- MAT Music Education
- M.A. Theatre Education
Environmental Studies & Earth Sciences (1)
About
History
The Catholic University of America was founded in 1887 by the U.S. Catholic bishops with the support of Pope Leo XIII to be the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States.
Education
At The Catholic University of America, one of America’s oldest and strongest major research universities, the search for truth ranges across 12 schools, 120 disciplines, and every continent. Founded in 1887 as a graduate institution, not just a college, we offer undergraduate and graduate students a scholarly experience, where those serious about their education will find unique opportunities to conduct scholarly and scientific research in their fields of study, working closely with faculty,
Research
The Catholic University of America is the research university of the Catholic Church in the United States. It was founded as a graduate institution and is designated by the Carnegie Foundation classification R2: Doctoral University - Higher research activity.
Career
At the Center for Academic and Career Success we provide the guidance, resources and support that lead you to academic and career success.
From the first steps on campus, students participate in a wide array of exciting learning opportunities.
The Academic and Career Advisor will assist and educate students in tracking their academic and career progress, introduce pertinent academic and career resources, and present extracurricular, internship and networking opportunities that will help students identify and achieve their personal, academic and career goals.
Global Student Satisfaction Awards 2021
GSSA 2021
The Global Student Satisfaction Awards empower students across the globe to determine the best universities of 2021. Universities with a score above 4.0 (out of 5) in any of the 8 award categories, receive Badges of Excellence. Congratulations!
University Ranking
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2021
1038 34
2020
1072 -6
2019
1066
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Student services
Imagine. You, finding your academic stride; training for your first marathon; trying exotic foods, learning traditional dances, and seeing the world without leaving campus. Imagine. You, living and thriving at your fullest — mind, body, and spirit.
All of it is made possible with the help of trained, dedicated student service professionals at The Catholic University of America. Advisors, tutors, counselors, mentors, and legal experts. Someone who can help you manage a bout of anxiety, or navigate through the transitions of studying and living in the United States for the first time.
Housing services
The Catholic University of America gives you the best of both worlds — an independent living experience, and a supportive community you’ll come to lean on and appreciate in challenging times. You’ll enjoy both the beauty of our 176-acre parklike campus, and the excitement of living in a truly global city.
Library services
The University Libraries at the Catholic University of America support and enrich instructional, research, and service programs. The library, as an integral component of the academic process, provides access to our cultural and intellectual heritage through resources and services and cooperates actively with the faculty and students in the teaching, learning, and research process.
Medical services
At The Catholic University of America there is nothing more important to us than your spiritual, physical and emotional health. Maintain a healthy lifestyle by using our fitness center or participating in club or intramural sports. Visit Student Health Services for your health-care needs or schedule an appointment with the Counseling Center to receive mental-health and emotional counseling.
Student Life
Campus life
Living at Catholic University you can be confident that you will be in an environment that is designed to ensure your safety, promote wellness, and foster your growth as a whole person. All of our undergraduate student residence halls are single-sex by building. You’ll start hearing about our programs to promote healthy behaviors on the first day of orientation. And you can feel secure knowing that student safety is the University’s highest priority.
Sports facilities
The Kane Student Health and Fitness Center provides you the opportunity to maintain and develop a healthy lifestyle. The center offers group workouts, conditioning, and individual training programs.
Student clubs
With 90-plus student organizations and a calendar jam-packed year-round with events and activities — whether you have a love for music, volunteering, ballroom dance, fitness, travel, activism, or anything else — you will find your place here.With every on-campus event, student production, club meeting and service activity, you have the opportunity to investigate and discover unknown passions and hidden talents. Each and every time, waking you up a little bit more to who you are — who you want to be.
Accreditation
The Catholic University of America is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Student Reviews
ORIGIN AND IMPLICATIONS OF THE UNDERSTANDING OF THE NEOLIBERALISM IN LATIN AMERICA FROM THE CHILEAN EXPERIENCE IN1974
Anonymous rated 5 out of 5 stars
My research project develops the problem of economic liberalism in Latin America from the reception of the economic thought of Adam Smith and its implications in education and the economic ethical dichotomy.
Lack of continuity in education in Nigeria.
Anonymous rated 4 out of 5 stars
Our study was affected by the Coronavirus outbreak in Year 2020. We studied for a semester. For us to begin the second semester the Academic Staff Union in Nigeria embarked on strike action up till date.
Sense of Belonging
Anonymous rated 3 out of 5 stars
Most of the professors are very helpful and try to ensure everyone participates. However, the only downfall was the lack of diversity and inclusion that was seen and felt outside of class. I sometimes felt out of place but I felt very welcomed and enjoyed my time during my study abroad at the University of Edinburgh. I met people from such diverse backgrounds and forged...
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