The Catholic University of America Graduate Schools

The Catholic University of America is a Private, 4 years school located in Washington, DC. It is classified as a Research University (high research activity) school by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice. The 2023 graduate school tuition & fees at The Catholic University of America is $53,180 in average. The school has 2,130 graduate students where it has a total enrollment of 5,059 including undergraduate students.

Graduate School Overview

The Catholic University of America is a Private, 4 years school located in Washington, DC. It is classified as a Research University (high research activity) school by Carnegie Classification and its highest level of offering is Doctor's degree - research/scholarship and professional practice.
The school is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (7/1/1921 - Current[Estimated Date]).
The Catholic University of America Directory Information
School NameThe Catholic University of America
Address620 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20064
Phone202-319-5000
Webhttps://www.catholic.edu
Online Applicationhttps://applyonline.cua.edu
Financial Infohttps://www.catholic.edu/admission/undergraduate/first-year-students/financial-aid
The 2023 graduate school tuition & fees at The Catholic University of America is $53,180 in average. The school has 2,130 graduate students where it has a total enrollment of 5,059 including undergraduate students.
It offers total 230 graduate programs through Post-Bachelor Certificate, Master's, Post-Master Certificate, Doctorate (Research), and Doctorate (Professional Practice). Among them, 1 programs are available online classes.
Graduate School 2023 Key Facts
School TypePrivate, 4 years
Tuition & Fees$53,180
Student Population2,130
Offered Degrees/ProgramsPost-Bachelor Certificate, Master's, Post-Master Certificate, Doctorate (Research), and Doctorate (Professional Practice)
Number of Programs230 graduate programs
(1 programs available online learning)
Student to Faculty Ratio11 to 1
The graduate tuition & fees at The Catholic University of America is $53,180 in average for the academic year 2022-2023. The tuition per credit hour is $2,075.
The Catholic University of America offers the alternative tuition plans.
The Catholic University of America offers the distance education programs. All course works for completing a degree program can be done through online exclusively for graduate programs. In addition, the distance learning courses are offered for students who are not enrolled online exclusively.
On its campus, remedial services, academic/career services, employment services for students, placement services for completers are provided for their students.
Special Learning Opportunities & On-campus Services
Distance Learning (Online Classes)1 Online Programs Available
Special learning Opportunities
  • ROTC (Army, Navy, Air Force)
  • Study abroad
  • Weekend/evening college
  • Teacher certification
On-Campus Student Services
  • Remedial services
  • Academic/career services
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services for completers

2023 Graduate Tuition, Fees, Other Expenses

For the academic year 2022-2023, the graduate school tuition & fees of The Catholic University of America is $53,180. The graduate tuition & fees are increased by 3.00% compared to previous academic year.
Data source: 2022-2023 tuition - NCES(National Center for Education Statistics (Last update: July 22, 2022)
2022-2023 Graduate Tuition & fees
TuitionFees
2018-2019$46,180$620
2019-2020$48,000$640
2020-2021$49,680$660
2021-2022$50,670$960
2022-2023$52,190$990
The graduate school tuition & fees of The Catholic University of America is very expensive compared to private graduate schools in District of Columbia. The average graduate school tuition for all graduate schools in United States is $19,603 and the District of Columbia graduate tuition is $18,608 (public) / $30,251 (private).
The next table compares the average graduate school tuition by location and school types.
Graduate Tuition & fees Comparison
ResidentsOut-of-State
The Catholic University of America$53,180
All Graduate Schools$16,007$19,603
Public$11,484$20,787
Private$19,674
District of Columbia Graduate Schools$23,494$25,875
Public$10,094$18,608
Private$30,251
For academic year 2022-2023, the living costs are $21,620 when a student lives on-campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory, school owned apartments, etc.) at The Catholic University of America. On-campus living costs are increased by 3.39% compared to previous academic year. The off-campus living costs are $21,620. Off-campus living costs are increased by 3.10% compared to previous academic year.
2022-2023 Living Expenses
Living On-CampusLiving Off-Campus
Room & BoardOther ExpenseRoom & BoardOther Expense
2018-2019$14,650$3,268$14,650$3,268
2019-2020$15,260$3,150$15,260$3,150
2020-2021$15,820$3,150$15,820$3,150
2021-2022$16,020$3,150$16,020$4,950
2022-2023$16,670$3,150$16,670$4,950
For academic year 2022-2023, the tuition per credit hour for graduate programs is $2,075 at The Catholic University of America. The graduate tuition per credit hour are increased by 2.98% compared to previous academic year.
2022-2023 Graduation Program Tuition per Credit Hour
Tuition
2018-2019$1,840
2019-2020$1,910
2020-2021$1,975
2021-2022$2,015
2022-2023$2,075

Graduate Programs at The Catholic University of America

The Catholic University of America offers 145 graduate programs for Master's, Doctorate, and Post-Graduate Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered degree and online availability along with number of completers by degree/certificate programs. Last year, 753 students have completed their study at The Catholic University of America.
Offered Degrees at The Catholic University of America
Award LevelTotal Number of ProgramsAvailable Online ClassNumber of Completers
Master's Degree870543
Doctor's degree - research/scholarship46186
Doctor's degree - other10115
Post Bachelor's Degree709
Post Master's Degree400
Total1451753
The next table shows the popular graduate programs at The Catholic University of America by award level.
  • The most popular Post-graduate Certificate program is the Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies program with 13 completers.
  • The most popular Master's program is the Social Work program with 145 completers.
  • The most popular Doctorate program is the Law program with 115 completers.
The Catholic University of America offers 145 programs through Master's, Doctorate, and Post-Graduate Certificate. The programs are offered both in online and on-site education. Last year total 753 students have completed their graduate studies.
  • 543 students have earned/completed Master's program.
  • 115 students have earned/completed Doctorate (Practice) program.
  • 9 students have earned/completed Post-Bachelor's program.
Master's Programs and Number of Completers
ProgramAvailable OnlineNumber of CompletersAverage Earning after graduation
Architecture [+] 37 completers-
Architecture37-
Computer and Information Sciences [+] 9 completers-
Information Technology0-
Information Science/Studies3-
Computer Science6-
Education [+] 4 completers-
Curriculum and Instruction0-
Special Education and Teaching0-
Secondary Education and Teaching4-
Early Childhood Education and Teaching0-
English/Language Arts Teacher Education0-
Mathematics Teacher Education0-
Music Teacher Education0-
Social Studies Teacher Education0-
Engineering [+] 50 completers-
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering14-
Civil Engineering11-
Transportation and Highway Engineering0-
Electrical and Electronics Engineering14-
Materials Engineering0-
Mechanical Engineering11-
Engineering Technology [+] 24 completers-
Engineering/Industrial Management24-
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics [+] 5 completers-
Spanish Language and Literature1-
Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics2-
Hebrew Language and Literature0-
Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics0-
Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (other)2-
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics0-
Latin Language and Literature0-
Legal Studies [+] 2 completers-
Advanced Legal Research/Studies2-
English Language and Literature [+] 6 completers-
English Language and Literature6-
Library Science [+] 33 completers-
Library and Information Science33-
Biological and Biomedical Sciences [+] 7 completers-
Biology/Biological Sciences3-
Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology0-
Biotechnology4-
Mathematics and Statistics [+] 2 completers-
Mathematics2-
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies [+] 1 completers-
Medieval and Renaissance Studies0-
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies (other)1-
Philosophy and Religious Studies [+] 14 completers-
Philosophy14-
Theology and Religious Vocations [+] 98 completers-
Bible/Biblical Studies2-
Religious Education2-
Theology/Theological Studies24$49,600
Divinity/Ministry16-
Theology and Religious Vocations (other)54-
Physical Sciences [+] 15 completers-
Chemistry (other)0-
Physics5-
Physics (other)5-
Materials Science5-
Psychology [+] 16 completers-
Psychology16-
Experimental Psychology0-
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, and Firefighting [+] 0 completers-
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services (other)0-
Human Services [+] 120 completers-
Social Work120-
Social Sciences [+] 19 completers-
Anthropology0-
Development Economics and International Development6-
International Relations and Affairs0-
Political Science and Government12-
American Government and Politics (United States1-
Sociology0-
Visual and Performing Arts [+] 18 completers-
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts6-
Playwriting and Screenwriting0-
Theatre Literature, History and Criticism0-
Acting0-
Directing and Theatrical Production0-
Music6-
Music History, Literature, and Theory0-
Music Theory and Composition2-
Conducting1-
Keyboard Instruments0-
Voice and Opera2-
Stringed Instruments1-
Music Pedagogy0-
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences [+] 21 completers-
Health Services Administration3-
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse6$93,400
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing1-
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing2-
Nursing Science9-
Pediatric Nurse/Nursing0-
Public Health/Community Nurse/Nursing0-
Business [+] 33 completers$51,700
Business/Commerce0$51,700
Business Administration and Management33-
Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management0-
Organizational Leadership0-
Accounting0-
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration0$67,100
Management Science0-
History [+] 4 completers-
History3-
American History (United States)0-
European History1-
Total543
Doctorate (Research) Programs and Number of Completers
ProgramAvailable OnlineNumber of CompletersAverage Earning after graduation
Computer and Information Sciences [+] 3 completers-
Computer Science3-
Education [+] 2 completers-
Educational Leadership and Administration2-
Chemistry Teacher Education0-
Engineering [+] 4 completers-
Bioengineering and Biomedical Engineering1-
Civil Engineering3-
Electrical and Electronics Engineering0-
Mechanical Engineering0-
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics [+] 4 completers-
Spanish Language and Literature1-
Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics2-
Hebrew Language and Literature0-
Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics1-
Middle/Near Eastern and Semitic Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics (other)0-
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics0-
English Language and Literature [+] 1 completers-
English Language and Literature1-
Biological and Biomedical Sciences [+] 5 completers-
Biology/Biological Sciences2-
Cell/Cellular Biology and Histology3-
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies [+] 0 completers-
Medieval and Renaissance Studies0-
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies (other)0-
Philosophy and Religious Studies [+] 3 completers-
Philosophy3-
Theology and Religious Vocations [+] 20 completers-
Bible/Biblical Studies3-
Religious Education1-
Theology/Theological Studies0-
Divinity/Ministry0-
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries (other)0-
Theology and Religious Vocations (other)16$52,900
Physical Sciences [+] 4 completers-
Physics4-
Psychology [+] 9 completers-
Psychology0-
Developmental and Child Psychology1-
Experimental Psychology1-
Clinical Psychology7-
Educational Psychology0-
Human Services [+] 0 completers-
Social Work0-
Social Sciences [+] 5 completers-
Anthropology0-
Political Science and Government5-
Visual and Performing Arts [+] 17 completers-
Music1-
Music History, Literature, and Theory1-
Music Theory and Composition0-
Conducting0-
Keyboard Instruments5-
Voice and Opera6-
Stringed Instruments1-
Music Pedagogy3-
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences [+] (1 completers) 8 completers-
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse1-
Nursing Science4-
Nursing Practice3-
History [+] 1 completers-
History1-
Total86
Doctorate (Practice) Programs and Number of Completers
ProgramAvailable OnlineNumber of CompletersAverage Earning after graduation
Legal Studies [+] 115 completers-
Law115-
Total115
Post-Bachelor's Programs and Number of Completers
ProgramAvailable OnlineNumber of CompletersAverage Earning after graduation
Education [+] 4 completers-
Education4-
Engineering [+] 0 completers-
Transportation and Highway Engineering0-
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics [+] 0 completers-
Classics and Classical Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics0-
Latin Language and Literature0-
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies [+] 1 completers-
Medieval and Renaissance Studies1-
Theology and Religious Vocations [+] 4 completers-
Pre-Theology/Pre-Ministerial Studies4-
Visual and Performing Arts [+] 0 completers-
Music Pedagogy0-
Total9
Post-Master's Programs and Number of Completers
ProgramAvailable OnlineNumber of CompletersAverage Earning after graduation
Library Science [+] 0 completers-
Library and Information Science0-
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences [+] 0 completers-
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse0-
Adult Health Nurse/Nursing0-
Pediatric Nurse/Nursing0-
Total0

Graduate Student Population at The Catholic University of America

For the academic year 2021-2022, total 2,130 students enrolled into The Catholic University of America graduate schools where it has total 5,059 students including undergraduate students. By attending status, there are 887 full-time and 1,243 part-time graduate students. By gender, 1,006 male and 1,124 female students are attending graduate schools. The next table summarizes the graduate student population by gender and attending status.
Graduate School Student Population By Gender
TotalMaleFemale
Total2,1301,0061,124
Full-time887456431
Part-tme1,243550693
The next table summarizes the students population by race/ethnicity.
There are 1,140 White (53.52%), 180 Black/African American (8.45%), 148 Hispanic (6.95%), 87 Asian (4.08%), and 575 students with other races. 325 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
Graduate Student Population By Race/ethnicity
TotalMaleFemale
Total2,1301,0061,124
American Indian/Native American422
Asian873849
Black/African American18051129
Hispanic1487771
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander211
White1,140532608
Two More1245866
Un-Known1205664
Non-resident Alien325191134
The Catholic University of America offers the distance learning opportunities (online degree program and/or courses) for graduate programs. 431 graduate students (20.23% of total students) are enrolled online exclusively and 253 graduate students (11.88% of total students) are enrolled some online courses. The next table summarizes the online student population.
Distance Learning Student Population
Number of Graduate Students
Total2,130
Enrolled Online Exclusively431
Enrolled Some Online Courses253
Not in Online Courses1,446
The following table summarizes the graduate students population by age at The Catholic University of America. 429 students are aged 20 to 24 (20.14% of total students), 175 students are aged above 50 (8.22%). Next table summarizes the student population by age at The Catholic University of America.
Graduate Student Population By Age
TotalMaleFemale
Total2,1301,0061,124
Age 20-2116610
Age 22-24413178235
Age 25-29598278320
Age 30-34378187191
Age 35-39277143134
Age 40-49268133135
Age 50-641526785
Over 64231013
Age Un-Known541

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