Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.84%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
The Catholic University of America Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.84%. This means approximately 838 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,063 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.84%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Middle States Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $55,834 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $55,834 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $73,198 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $32,798 | State avg: $26,516. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 16.74% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 48.46% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does The Catholic University of America Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$55,834
Room and board
$17,370
Books and supplies
$1,180
Other expenses
$3,400
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$73,198
Average net price
$32,798
Average aid coverage
55%
$40,400 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at The Catholic University of America pays approximately $32,798 per year after grants and aid. This is above the District of Columbia average of $26,516 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is The Catholic University of America?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to District of Columbia and national averages.
The Catholic University of America net price
$32,798
District of Columbia average
$26,516
National average
$17,506
The Catholic University of America Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $55,834 and average net price at $32,798. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$55,834
Current net price
$32,798
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
81.33%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$73,250
Undergraduates
3,063
10-Year Median Earnings - The Catholic University of America vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
The Catholic University of America graduates earn about 1.7x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends The Catholic University of America?
Undergraduates
3,063
Completion rate
81.33%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
16.74%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
48.46%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 16.74% of The Catholic University of America students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 48.46% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at The Catholic University of America
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use The Catholic University of America's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
The Catholic University of America lists Middle States Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
The Catholic University of America is listed at 620 Michigan Avenue, NE, Washington, DC 20064. Accreditor: Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare The Catholic University of America with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Catholic University of America | 83.84% | $55,834 | $32,798 | $73,250 |
| Georgetown University | 13.08% | $65,081 | $39,433 | $103,494 |
| George Washington University | 43.54% | $64,990 | $37,454 | $90,873 |
| American University | 47.38% | $56,543 | $41,945 | $77,370 |
| Howard University | 34.89% | $33,344 | $47,919 | $63,066 |
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This local cluster focuses on nearby Washington schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Washington.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Catholic University of America's acceptance rate?
The Catholic University of America's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.84%.
How much is The Catholic University of America tuition?
The Catholic University of America's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $55,834.
What is The Catholic University of America's average net price?
The Catholic University of America's average net price in the local dataset is $32,798.
What does The Catholic University of America cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $22,216 for The Catholic University of America students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is The Catholic University of America's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $73,250 for The Catholic University of America.
Is The Catholic University of America accredited?
The Catholic University of America's accreditor in the local dataset is Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend The Catholic University of America?
The local dataset lists 3,063 undergraduate students at The Catholic University of America.
What percentage of The Catholic University of America students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for The Catholic University of America in the local dataset is 16.74%.
What is the federal loan rate at The Catholic University of America?
The federal loan rate for The Catholic University of America in the local dataset is 48.46%.
Where should I verify The Catholic University of America data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with The Catholic University of America or the latest official federal education data.