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A Catholic University Education is Affordable

Whether it's undergraduate or graduate, your education is one of the most important investments you can make in your future. Understanding what you'll pay — and how we can help — is one of the first steps to determining if Catholic University is the right fit for you. Our costs are competitive with other private national research institutions, and we offer numerous financial aid options available for students and families.

Undergraduate Tuition and Living Costs  |  Graduate Tuition & Fees  |  Additional Resources 
 


Did You Know?

Many scholarship and grant opportunities are available for first-year students.

94%

Over the last 3 years, 94% of first-year students received scholarships and/or grants directly from Catholic University.

$34,793

In 2023-24, $34,793 was the average tuition and room-and-board cost after scholarships and grants to first-year students.

2024–2025 Undergraduate Tuition and On-Campus Living Costs

(First-Year Students, Fall 2024 and later)

Tuition* $56,930
Fee Allowance $1,448
Housing Allowance $11,410
Food Allowance $8,080
Books, Supplies, Licensure Allowance $1,216
Transportation Allowance $1,010
Personal Allowance $1,296
Total Cost (before financial aid) $83,218

Catholic University offers a comprehensive financial aid program that includes need-based aid, scholarships, federal work-study, and other forms of financial assistance. Visit our financial aid website to learn more about costs when commuting or living at home.

Full Cost of Attendance for Undergraduate Students 

Tuition Rates and Fees - Itemized Details 

Information on Billing & Payments
 

*Note: In the above table, the "Tuition" for students in Architecture and Engineering is $57,630.


2024–2025 Graduate Tuition and Fees

Graduate tuition rates and fees vary by program. Catholic University offers comprehensive financial aid options that include need-based aid, scholarships, federal work-study, and other forms of financial assistance.

View Tuition Rates and Fees per Graduate Program

Information on Billing & Payments


Additional Resources

View a comprehensive list of fees for undergraduate and graduate students.

School Code: 001437


Undergraduate

December – Freshman Priority deadline (Early Decision I and Early Action) for: 
FAFSA Application

February 1 – Freshman Priority deadline (Early Decision II and Regular Decision) for: 
FAFSA Application

We encourage submitting the FAFSA Application even after priority deadlines have passed.


Graduate

FAFSA Graduate Deadline: April 15

Application deadlines for admission and financial aid vary by the individual graduate program. We encourage submitting the FAFSA Application even after the deadline has passed. 

Contact your school of interest for more information.

Contact the Office of Student Financial Assistance

Phone: 202-319-5307
Fax: 202-319-5573
Inquiry Email: financial-aid@cua.edu
Documents Email: cua-faforms@cua.edu

General Questions

The Office of Student Financial Assistance can help with general questions.
Phone: 202-319-5307
Inquiry Email: financial-aid@cua.edu

Contact Your Graduate School of Interest

Merit-based assistantships, scholarships, and fellowships are administered through the school and/or department in which you intend to study. Application requirements and deadlines vary by individual graduate program. 

Contact Info for Each School:

Architecture: 202-319-5188

Arts and Sciences: 202-319-5253

Business: 202-319-5236

Canon Law: 202-319-5492

Engineering: 202-319-5160

Law: 202-319-5151

Music, Drama, and Art: 202-319-5414

Nursing: 202-319-6537

Philosophy: 202-319-5259

Professional Studies: 202-319-5256

Social Service: 202-319-5496

Theology and Religious Studies: 202-319-5683
 

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