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Campus Overview
The Undergraduate Curriculum
University Honors Program
Cornerstone Scholars Program
School of Architecture and Allied Arts
College of Arts and Sciences
The Tim and Steph Busch School of Business
College of Engineering, Physics, and Computing
Conway School of Nursing
School of Philosophy
School of Professional Studies
National Catholic School of Social Service
School of Theology and Religious Studies
Undergraduate Programs
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Message from the President
Academic Calendar: Fall Semester 2026
Academic Calendar: Spring Semester 2027
University Leadership
The Mission Statement of The Catholic University of America
Aims of the University
Goals of the University
History of the University
Accreditation and Memberships
Schools of the University
Academic Resources
Office of Global Strategies
University Libraries
Technology Services
Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area
Oak Ridge Associated Universities
Summer Sessions
Undergraduate Admission
First-Year Admission
Transfer Admission
International Student Admission
Students with Disabilities
Admission of Non-Degree Students
Readmission
Deferring Admission
Academic Regulations for Undergraduates
Student Records Policy
Undergraduate Registration Policy
Change of Enrollment Policy
Undergraduate Enrollment Policy
Grades and Academic Standing Policy
Student Academic Dishonesty Policy
Commencement and Honors Policy
Records and Transcripts Policy
Student Affairs
Other Campus Resources
Military and Veteran Student Services
VA Education Benefits
Public Safety
Student Medical Insurance Policy
Office of Campus Ministry
Campus Map
Tuition and Fees
Payment Plans
Refund of Student Charges Policy
Financial Aid
Institutional Aid and Scholarships/Federal Grant Aid
Admission Scholarships
Archdiocesan Scholarship
The Catholic University Scholarship
Most Reverend David M. O'Connell Service Scholarship
Parish Scholarship
Legacy Grant
John Paul II Institute Employee Grant
Basselin Scholarship Program
School and Departmental Scholarships
Phi Theta Kappa (Transfer Students Only)
Donor Sponsored Scholarships
Grants - Federal, State, and University
Federal Pell Grant Program
Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)
Federal Teach Grant
Children of Fallen Heroes Scholarship
Catholic University Grant
Catholic University Family Grant
State Grants and Scholarships
Other Resources
Scholarship Academic Reviews Policies
Satisfactory Academic Progress (Undergraduate)
Conditional and Provisional Admission
Appeals for Extraordinary Circumstances
Circumstances that may be evaluated:
Circumstances that will not be evaluated:
Implications for verification of aid applications:
Important Information about appeal processes:
Dependency Status and Override
Dependency Override
Fifth Year Funding
Outside Aid Coordination
Verification
How to Obtain a Free Tax Return Transcript from the IRS:
Filing an Amended Return:
Income Information for Tax Filers with Special Circumstances
Income Information for Non-IRS Tax Filers
Income Information for Non-IRS Non-tax Filers
Verification Deadlines
Withdrawing
Special Circumstances
Institutional Refund Policy
Adjustment of University Grants and Scholarships
Aid Considered in the R2T4
Institutional Charges
Attendance and Earned/Unearned Percentage
Unearned/Earned Aid and Return of Funds
Post-Withdrawal Disbursement
Notification
Federal Loans
Additional Information
The Undergraduate Curriculum
The Liberal Arts Courses
Exceptions for Professional Programs
Enduring Questions
University Honors Program
Courses of Instruction
Cornerstone Scholars Program
Medical Humanities
Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
Global Scholars
Research Scholars (intended exclusively for STEM students)
School of Architecture and Allied Arts
Officers of Instruction
History
Degree Requirements
Degree Requirements and Progression Policies
Programs of Studies
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Bachelor of Science in Architecture / Bachelor of Civil Engineering Core Joint Degree Program-Suggested Sequence
Bachelor of Arts in Architectural Studies Program
Bachelor of Arts in Art History
Bachelor of Arts in Art and Design
Undergraduate Minors in Art
Undergraduate Minor in Architecture Studies
Undergraduate Minor in Sustainability
College of Arts and Sciences
Officers of Instruction
History and Mission
Curricula
Accelerated Degree Programs
Professional Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree Requirements
Major Program
Liberal Arts Course Requirements
Study of a Language and Culture to the Intermediate Level
Focus Area
Electives
Senior Comprehensive Assessment
Bachelor of Science Degree Requirements
Minor and Certificate Programs
Rules Concerning Probation and Dismissal
Divisions, Departments, and Programs in the College of Arts and Sciences
Division of Integrated Sciences
Department of Biology
Department of Chemistry
Department of Mathematics and Statistics
Division of Humanities
Department of Ancient and Medieval Languages and Cultures
Department of English Language and Literature
Department of History and Anthropology
Program in Medieval and Byzantine Studies
Division of Politics, Sociology, and Global Studies
Department of Sociology
Department of Global Studies
Department of Politics
Division of Social Sciences
Department of Education
Department of Information Sciences
Department of Psychology
Interdisciplinary Programs
Program in Africana Studies
Program in Biochemistry
Program in Chemical Physics
Program in Irish Studies
Program in Islamic World Studies
Rome School of Performing Arts
History
Degree Information
Bachelor of Arts in Drama
Bachelor of Music: Policies
Bachelor of Arts in Music: Policies
Department of Drama
Bachelor of Arts in Drama
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Acting for Theatre, Film, and Television
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre
Minor Programs
Media and Communications Studies
Department of Music
Bachelor of Arts in Music
Bachelor of Music Programs
Music Education - General Choral
Music Education - Instrumental
Musical Theatre
Music Performance - Strings (Violin, Viola, Cello)
Music Performance - Double Bass, Harp
Music Performance - Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion
Music Performance - Piano
Orchestral Instruments and Instrumental Music Education (Double Major)
Vocal Performance
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (Joint Degree with Busch School of Business)
Minors, Emphasis, and Certificates
Emphasis in Pre-Professional Studies in Conducting
Minor in Piano
Minor in Composition
Minor in Music (With Performance and without Performance)
Minor in Music Theory
The Tim and Steph Busch School of Business
Liberal Arts Curriculum
Officers of Instruction
History and Mission
Career Discernment Program
Programs of Study
Major Programs
Bachelor of Science in Accounting
Accelerated Bachelors to Masters Program 4 1 Program
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)
Specialization Options
Secondary Major in Business
Six-Year B.S.B.A. / J.D. Program (Law)
Joint Degree in Music and Business Administration (B.A. / B.S.B.A.)
Economics Bachelors
Minor Programs
Internships-for-Credit
College of Engineering, Physics, and Computing
Officers of Instruction
Advisory Councils
History and Mission
Undergraduate Curricula and Academic Regulations
Departments of the College of Engineering, Physics, and Computing
Department of Biomedical Engineering
Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
Department of Computer Science
Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering
Department of Mechanical Engineering
Department of Physics
Conway School of Nursing
Officers of Instruction
History & Mission
Policies and Regulations
Grading and Progression Policies
Mathematical Calculation Testing Policy
ABSN Nursing Mathematical Calculation (Dosage & Calculations) Policy
Standardized Testing
Transfer Credits into the Conway School of Nursing
Computer Requirements
Policies Concerning Probation and Dismissal from the Conway School of Nursing
Eligibility Requirements for Placement in Clinical Settings
Policies in Clinicals
Clinical Standards for Admission, Academic Progression, and Graduation
Candor
Health-Related Behavioral Standards
Attendance
Appeal of Failing Grades
Complaint Policies and Procedures
Student Responsibilities
Programs of Study
Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Admission Requirements
Requirements for the Bachelor of Science in Nursing Degree
Accelerated Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Admission Requirements
School of Philosophy
Officers of Instruction
History and Mission
Requirements for Admission
Programs of Study
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy (B.A.)
Bachelor of Philosophy (Ph.B.)
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy/Pre-Law (B.A.)
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Scholar’s Program (B.A.)
Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy/Pre-Law, Scholar’s Program (B.A.)
Bachelor of Philosophy (PhB, Second Degree)
Six-Year Joint Bachelor of Philosophy-Bachelor of Sacred Theology Program
Six-Year Bachelor of Arts-Juris Doctor Program
Minor Program
Undergraduate Philosophy Requirements (Non-Majors)
Basselin Foundation
School of Professional Studies
Officers of Instruction
History and Mission
Admission
Tucson Program
Admission to Bachelor's to Master's Scholars Program
Bachelor's Degree Programs: Aims, Requirements, and Policies
Programs of Study
Associate’s Degrees
Associate of Arts (A.A.) - Paralegal Studies Major
Associate of Arts (A.A.) - Early Childhood Education Major
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Human Services Major
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Information Technology Major
Associate of Science (A.S.) - Management Major
Bachelor's Degrees
Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Human Services Administration Major
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A.I.S.)
Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A.I.S.) - Social Science Major
Bachelor of Arts in Information Technology (B.A.I.T.)
Bachelor of Arts in Management (B.A.Mgt.) - Business Major
Bachelor of Arts in Management (B.A.Mgt.) - Business Major (Tucson Location Only)
Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.)
Certificate Program
National Catholic School of Social Service
Officers of Instruction
History and Mission
Bachelor of Social Work Program
Minor Program
School of Theology and Religious Studies
Officers of Instruction
History and Mission
Lecture Series
Endowed Professorships
Student Endowments
Quasten Medal
The Undergraduate Program in Theology and Religious Studies
Programs of Study
Bachelor of Arts in Theology and Religious Studies
Supplemental Major in Theology and Religious Studies
Minors in Theology and Religious Studies
Certificate in Pastoral Ministry
Certificate in Eastern Christian Studies
Bachelor of Arts / Master of Arts
Undergraduate Programs
Associate Degree Programs
Early Childhood Education - Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Early Childhood Education - Associate of Arts (A.A.) Requirements
Infant and Toddler Education - Sub-Plan Option
Human Services - Associate of Science (A.S.)
Information Technology - Associate of Science (A.S.)
Management - Associate of Science (A.S.)
Paralegal Studies - Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Paralegal Studies - Associate of Arts (A.A.) Requirements
General Practice - Sub-Plan Option
Litigation - Sub-Plan Option
Bachelor Degree Programs
Accounting - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Acting for Theatre, Film, and Television - Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
Cybersecurity - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Anthropology - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Archaeology - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Architectural Studies - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Architecture - Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.S.Arch.)
Architecture - Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.S.Arch.) Requirements
Integrated Path to Architecture Licensure - Sub-Plan Option
Architecture and Civil Engineering - Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.S.Arch.) and Bachelor of Civil Engineering (B.C.E.)
Architecture and Civil Engineering - Bachelor of Science in Architecture (B.S.Arch.) and Bachelor of Civil Engineering (B.C.E.) Requirements
Integrated Path to Architecture Licensure - Sub-Plan Option
Art & Design - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Art History - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Artificial Intelligence - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Biochemistry - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Biology - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Biology - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Biomedical Engineering - Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering (B.B.E.)
Biomedical Engineering – Bachelor of Biomedical Engineering (B.B.E.)
Pre-med - Sub-Plan Option
Business - Bachelor of Arts in Management (B.A.Mgt.)
Business - Bachelor of Arts in Management (B.A.Mgt.) Requirements
General - Sub-Plan Option
Business - Secondary Major Only
Business Administration - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)
Business Administration - Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.) Requirements
Accounting - Sub-Plan Option
Data Analytics for Business - Sub-Plan Option
Entrepreneurship - Sub-Plan Option
Family Business - Sub-Plan Option
Finance - Sub-Plan Option
Human Resources Management - Sub-Plan Option
People and Organizations - Sub-Plan Option
International Business - Sub-Plan Option
Marketing - Sub-Plan Option
Markets and Political Economy - Sub-Plan Option
Operations Management - Sub-Plan Option
Sales - Sub-Plan Option
Sports Management - Sub-Plan Option
Technology and Operations Management - Sub-Plan Option
Chemistry - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Civil Engineering - Bachelor of Civil Engineering (B.C.E.)
Construction Engineering and Management - Sub-Plan Option
Environmental Engineering - Sub-Plan Option
Structural and Geotechnical Engineering - Sub-Plan Option
Transportation - Sub-Plan Option
Classical Studies - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Computer Science - Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (B.S.C.S.)
Criminology - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Drama - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Drama - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Requirements
Directing - Sub-Plan Option
Dramatic Writing - Sub-Plan Option
Technical Theatre and Design - Sub-Plan Option
Theatre Education - Sub-Plan Option
Economics - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Economics - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Education Studies - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Electrical Engineering - Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (B.E.E.)
Electrical Engineering - Bachelor of Electrical Engineering (B.E.E.) Requirements
Computer Engineering - Sub-Plan Option
Electrical and Computer Engineering - Bachelor of Electrical and Computer Engineering (B.E.C.E.)
Electrical Engineering Track - Bachelor of Electrical and Computer Engineering (B.E.C.E.)
Computer Engineering Track - Bachelor of Electrical and Computer Engineering (B.E.C.E.)
Elementary Education - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
English - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Environmental Chemistry - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Environmental Engineering - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Global Studies - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
History - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Human Services Administration - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Information Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Information Technology (B.A.I.T.)
Information Technology - Bachelor of Arts in Information Technology (B.A.I.T.) Requirements
Cloud - Sub-Plan Option
Cybersecurity - Sub-Plan Option
Network Administrator - Sub-Plan Option
Software Engineering - Sub-Plan Option
Interdisciplinary Studies - Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A.I.S.)
International Economics and Finance - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Mathematical Finance - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Mathematics - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Mathematics - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Mathematics and Physics - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Mathematics and Secondary Education - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Mechanical Engineering - Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (B.M.E.)
Mechanical Engineering - Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering (B.M.E.) Requirements
Aerospace Engineering - Sub-Plan Option
Energy and Environment - Sub-Plan Option
Media and Communication Studies - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Medieval and Byzantine Studies - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Music - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
General Program (no emphasis) - Sub-Plan Option
Music Performance - Sub-Plan Option
Music - Bachelor of Music (B.M.)
Conducting Emphasis - Sub-Plan Option
Music Composition - Sub-Plan Option
Music Performance (Double Bass, Harp) - Sub-Plan Option
Music Performance (Piano) - Sub-Plan Option
Music Performance (Strings) - Sub-Plan Option
Music Performance (Woodwinds, Brass, Percussion) - Sub-Plan Option
Musical Theatre - Sub-Plan Option
Vocal Performance - Sub-Plan Option
Music and Business Administration - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) and Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)
Musical Theatre - Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
Nursing - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Nursing, Accelerated - Bachelor of Science in Nursing (B.S.N.)
Philosophy - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Philosophy - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Requirements
Liberal Studies - Sub-Plan Option
Philosophy, Scholar's Program - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Philosophy, Scholar's Program - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Requirements
Language - Sub-Plan Option
Math and Science - Sub-Plan Option
Philosophy - Bachelor of Philosophy (Ph.B.)
Philosophy - Bachelor of Philosophy (Ph.B.) Requirements
Ph.B./S.T.B. - Sub-Plan Option
Ph.B./S.T.L. - Sub-Plan Option
Pre-Theology - Sub-Plan Option
Language - Sub-Plan Option
Philosophy, Second Bachelor of Philosophy (PhB)
Philosophy Pre-Law - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Philosophy Pre-Law - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Requirements
Liberal Studies - Sub-Plan Option
Philosophy Pre-Law, Scholar's Program - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Philosophy Pre-Law, Scholar's Program - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Requirements
Language - Sub-Plan Option
Math and Science - Sub-Plan Option
Physics - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Physics - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Politics - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
American Politics Concentration - Sub-Plan Option
Political Theory Concentration - Sub-Plan Option
World Politics Concentration - Sub-Plan Option
Pre-Law Track - Sub-Plan Option
Psychological and Brain Sciences - Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Psychology - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Social Sciences - Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies (B.A.I.S.)
Social Work - Bachelor of Social Work (B.S.W.)
Sociology - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Spanish for International Service - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Theology and Religious Studies - Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Undergraduate Minors
Accounting - Minor
Actuarial Sciences - Minor
Africana Studies - Minor
Artificial Intelligence - Minor
Ancient Greek Language and Culture - Minor
Anthropology - Minor
Architecture Studies - Minor
Art History - Minor
Big Data for Economics - Minor
Biology - Minor
Chemistry - Minor
Classical Studies - Minor
Composition - Minor
Computer Science - Minor
Criminology - Minor
Dance - Minor
Data Analytics - Minor
Drama - Minor
Economics - Minor
Education Studies - Minor
Elementary Education - Minor
English - Minor
Entrepreneurship - Minor
Family Business - Minor
Financial Management - Minor
Global Studies - Minor
Health, Society and Policy - Minor
Hispanic Studies - Minor
Hispanic Studies - Minor Requirements
Native Speakers - Sub-Plan Option
Non-Native Speakers - Sub-Plan Option
History - Minor
Information Technology - Minor
Interdisciplinary - Minor
International Business - Minor
Irish Studies - Minor
Islamic World Studies - Minor
Italian Studies - Minor
Latin American and Latino Studies - Minor
Latin Language and Roman Culture - Minor
Management - Minor
Marketing Management - Minor
Markets and Political Economy - Minor
Mathematical Finance - Minor
Mathematics - Minor
Media Studies - Minor
Medieval and Byzantine Studies - Minor
Music - Minor
Music w/ Performance - Minor
Musical Theory - Minor
Neuroscience - Minor
Peace and World Order Studies - Minor
Intergroup Conflict and Cooperation - Sub-Plan Option
Peacemaking in Theory and Practice - Sub-Plan Option
World Conflict and Cooperation - Sub-Plan Option
Performing Arts Management - Minor
Physics - Minor
Piano - Minor
Politics - Minor
Politics/Prelaw - Minor
Psychology - Minor
Sales - Minor
Secondary Education - Minor
Social Work - Minor
Sociology - Minor
Space Weather - Minor
Sports Management - Minor
Statistics - Minor
Studio Art - Minor
Sustainability - Minor
Theology and Religious Studies - Minor
Writing - Minor
Undergraduate Certificates
Arabic and Islamic World Studies - Certificate
Digital Art and Design - Certificate
Eastern Christian Studies - Certificate
European Studies - Certificate
Intelligence Studies - Certificate
Paralegal Studies - Certificate
Pastoral Ministry - Certificate
Spanish for Health Care - Certificate
Video Production and Digital Storytelling - Certificate