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Discover a joyous community rooted in faith and devoted to our Catholic identity.

Authentically Catholic in the Nation's Capital

As THE Catholic University of America, the life of faith is at the heart of our University and an integral part of our community. 

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Our Catholic Identity: In Service to Church & Nation

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The Catholic University of America is unique among universities in the United States — even among Catholic universities. We are the national university of the Catholic Church in America, founded in 1887 by the bishops of the country with the approval of the Holy See. We take seriously our sacred responsibility to uphold the traditions of the Church and serve our nation, and we believe that students can thrive in a place where reason and faith thrive. 

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Opportunities to Grow Deeper in Faith

Catholic University offers numerous opportunities for you to grow deeper in Christian faith. Our goal is to prepare students for a life beyond their college years, inviting you to mature in spirituality through campus prayer, sacraments, catechesis, community, and service.

You will find a dedicated team of lay and religious staff serving in Campus Ministry, over 120 student ministry leaders in various roles, and daily opportunities for Mass at our many campus chapels. We are also graced with a location next door to The Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, the largest Roman Catholic Church in North America, which has more than 80 chapels and oratories open to worship for the community and our students.

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    Campus Ministry

    Explore and grow in your Catholic faith with the Campus Ministry team. And in the process, create lasting friendships here among our community.

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    Chapels & Mass

    Find chapels and other sacred spaces for personal prayer, Mass, Confession, and Eucharistic Adoration, with many other opportunities to worship God and receive the sacraments.

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Service Opportunities

We are called to be the hands and feet of Jesus Christ. Find opportunities to put into practice the Church’s social teachings through weekly service sites, large-scale service days, and other ways you can volunteer your time.
Serve with Us

Universal Church & "Little Rome" in Brookland

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    Universal Church

    Learn more about how our University offers a welcoming home for diversity and multiculturalism to thrive as part of our Catholic identity.

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    "Little Rome" in Brookland

    Our Brookland, D.C. neighborhood has a vibrant surrounding Catholic community that has earned it the nickname of “Little Rome.”

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