Catholic University’s various departments, offices, and services are here to answer any of your University-related questions. Browse below to find the campus entity that best serves your needs.
Departments, Offices & Services
Admission & Financial Aid
The Office of Undergraduate Admission assists prospective undergraduate students with the application and admission process.
The Office of Graduate Admission assists prospective graduate students with the application and admission process.
The Columbus School of Law admission office assists prospective law students with the application and admission process.
The Catholic University of America Metropolitan School of Professional Studies (MSPS) provides programs for non-traditional, adult learners and helps them to achieve their academic and professional goals.
The Office of Student Financial Assistance manages the distribution of financial aid to students and helps families make a Catholic University education affordable.
The Office of Transfer Credit guides students through the process of receiving credit for courses taken outside of Catholic University.
Academic Resources
The Academic Senate shares with the president "the immediate responsibility for academic governing of the University by establishing, maintaining, supervising, and in general being responsible for the academic policies of the University" (Bylaws II, 6).
The Center for Academic and Career Success provides students guidance, resources and support for academic and career success.
The Catholic University of America Press is the publishing division of The Catholic University of America.
The University Honors Program offers a challenging and inspiring liberal arts program to motivated students with outstanding academic promise.
The Office of Global Strategies is committed to internationalizing the campus community through academic and extracurricular endeavors.
The Office of Graduate Studies manages the academic offerings available to graduate students.
The University Libraries at the Catholic University of America support and enrich instructional, research, and service programs.
The Office of the Provost supports the Provost, who is the chief academic officer at the University. This office oversees our 12 schools, our libraries, our Global Education Center and our Rome campus, CUA Press and our several research institutes.
The Summer Sessions office manages the summer courses and summer programs available at Catholic University.
Catholic University’s Tucson Program provides an opportunity for high school graduates living in southern Arizona to earn a four-year business management degree from Catholic University, right from our campus in Tucson.
The Office of Undergraduate Studies manages the academic offerings available to undergraduate students.
The Writing Center offers one-on-one consultations with student writers of all levels, at all stages of the writing process.
Campus & Residence Life
The athletics department manages all things CatholicU varsity sports.
Shop for apparel, textbooks, and other essentials at The Cardinal Shop and eCampus.
The Office of Campus Activities organizes events and manages the many student organizations that enrich campus life.
Campus Ministry fosters faith and service on campus. This includes organizing liturgies, providing faith-based events, and coordinating weekly service opportunities.
Cardinal Card Services replace, activate, and manage Cardinal Cards, the official identification card for Catholic University community members.
The Counseling Center provides individual therapy, group therapy, psychiatric consultation, and services for mental health crises.
Dining Services manages Catholic University’s dining locations as well as meal plans for students.
The Dean of Students office provides students support with academic, personal, or social issues. It also discusses and answers questions about university policies, procedures, and services.
The Department of Public Safety is Catholic University’s campus police department. DPS is oriented towards the service, protection and education of the University community.
The Office of Disability Support Services helps students with disabilities have an equal opportunity to participate in the educational environment and university community.
The Fitness, Recreational Sports, and Wellness department provides opportunities for students to engage in healthy physical activity and live an active and balanced lifestyle.
GSA is the representative voice of graduate students at the university. They also sponsor various graduate student events throughout the year.
The Office of Housing Services provides and manages residential living environments for Catholic University students.
The Office of International Services promotes international educational exchange within the University and provides services to international students and academics.
The Office of Military and Veteran Student Services is the point of contact for all Military Affiliated Students.
The Orientation program facilitates the successful transition of new undergraduate students into life at Catholic University. All freshman undergraduate students partake in this program the week before classes begin.
The campus post office is where students, faculty, and staff can send and receive mail. All student mail, including packages, arrives at the Post Office.
The Residence Life office works to create a positive residential experience for students.
The Division of Student Affairs coordinates all aspects of student life beyond the classroom at Catholic University.
SGA provides student-led governance for student activities and gives students a voice in the Catholic University administration.
Student Health Services provides primary care for routine medical illnesses and injuries for Catholic University students.
Technology Services provides the University access to state-of-the-art computing, communications, and information resources.
Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in educational programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance.
WCUA is the official radio station of The Catholic University of America and broadcasts a range of programming, including CUA Sports telecasts, musically themed programs, and talk-radio.
Administrative Offices
The responsibility for governance and oversight of the operations of the University resides in the University’s Board of Trustees.
The Office of Budget and Financial Planning is responsible for overall budget planning, forecasting, reporting, and analysis for operating and capital activities.
The Division of University Communications provides marketing and communications services for Catholic University.
The Compliance and Ethics Program provides university community members resources to meet our ethical and legal obligations when acting on behalf of the University.
The Office of the Controller helps University community members effectively use the University’s financial resources.
The Office of Diocesan Engagement serves as a bridge between the University and the dioceses, archdioceses, and eparchies around the country.
The Office of Emergency Management coordinates emergency planning and management operations for the University. This includes the development and implementation of emergency preparedness programs and equipping the campus community to respond effectively to emergencies.
Enrollment Services assists with course registration, student records, bill payments, and other questions about enrollment.
The Office of Events and Conference Services manages the Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center and provides event planning support for internal and external clients.
Facilities Planning and Management is responsible for the stewardship of the University’s places and spaces.
The Division of Finance and Administration stewards the University’s human, fiscal, physical and virtual resources.
The Office of General Counsel is responsible for all legal affairs affecting the University.
The Office of Government Relations and Civic Engagement (GRACE) is dedicated to building meaningful relationships with Catholic University’s surrounding communities, governmental entities, and private and nonprofit organizations.
The Office of Human Resources offers expertise in recruitment and hiring, benefits, compensation, employee / labor relations, payroll, and related services.
The Institutional Research office serves as a comprehensive source of information about the University.
The Office of the President provides strategic and administrative support to the University President and his initiatives.
The Office of Transportation and Parking Services is committed to providing the campus with safe, cost effective, and reliable transportation, parking, and identification card services.
The Division of University Advancement builds relationships with donors and alumni to advance the University’s goals.
The University Archives is the official memory of the university as it acquires and administers non-current university records.
Schools
The Catholic University of America has 12 academic schools offering a range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional degrees, as well as the Theological College for those pursuing priestly life and ministry.
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Research Centers, Institutes, & Facilities
The University has more than 40 research centers, institutes, and facilities on campus.
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