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What are your chances at The Catholic University of America?

Washington, DC · Private · 3,154 students

83%admitted
82.8% acceptance rate

A likely admit for most qualified applicants.

Out of every 100 applicants, about 83 are admitted.

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What The Catholic University of America actually costs — and what graduates earn

Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.

Average net price
$29,561
per year, after grants · sticker $75,481
Median earnings
$73,250
10 years after entering
Graduation rate
79.5%
finish within six years
Median debt
$26,000
at graduation · about $276/month

What families actually paid, by income

Under $30,000$17,358
$30,000 – $48,000$17,895
$48,000 – $75,000$24,723
$75,000 – $110,000$28,295
Over $110,000$37,651

Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, The Catholic University of America’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.

About admissions at The Catholic University of America

The Catholic University of America accepts about 82.8% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.

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Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.