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The Catholic University of America

Washington, District of Columbia · Private Non-Profit

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$63,217

Acceptance Rate

84%

Graduation Rate

79%

Annual Tuition

$55,834

At a Glance

Total Students

3,063

Retention Rate

84%

Faculty Ratio

11

Financial Aid

49%

Median Debt

$26,000

Campus Setting

City

Institution Type

Private Non-Profit

Institution Overview

The Catholic University of America is a private, non-profit institution located in Washington, D.C. The university has an acceptance rate of 83.8% and a student body of 3,063. The retention rate is 83.5%, and the graduation rate is 79%. The in-state tuition is $55,834, and 48.5% of students receive financial aid.

Graduates of Catholic University of America report earnings of $58,049 one year after graduation. Five years after graduation, earnings increase to $63,217, and ten years after graduation, earnings are $73,250. The median debt for students is $26,000.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$58k

1 YEAR

$63k

5 YEARS

$73k

10 YEARS

Top 12% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Catholic University of America alumni earn a median salary of $58,049. Five years after graduation, median earnings increase to $63,217, and after ten years, median earnings reach $73,250. The median debt for graduates is $26,000. Almost half of the students, 48.5%, receive financial aid.

The university has a high acceptance rate of 83.8%, and a graduation rate of 79%. The retention rate is 83.5%. The annual in-state tuition is $55,834.

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Campus Location

Washington, District of Columbia

Washington, DC 20064

The Catholic University of America is located in Washington, District of Columbia. The campus is in a city setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

The Catholic University of America has an acceptance rate of 83.8%.