$32,705/yr
Average net price per year, what students actually pay
The Catholic University of America
Washington, DC·Private · 4-year
GradFax Verified · Federal IPEDS data, updated July 26, 2026
Overview
This school is accessible, giving a well-prepared applicant a realistic shot. Most students pay far less than the sticker price: the average student receiving aid pays $32,705 a year against a $81,296 list price, a 60% gap.
The Catholic University of America is a urban private four-year institution located in Washington, DC. It enrolls a mid-sized student body of approximately 5,243 undergraduate students. As a private institution, it sets its own tuition and operates independently of state funding.
At a glance
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Admissions
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Academics
Student:faculty
11:1
Avg class size (est.)
~28 students
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Costs
Sticker price
$81,296
Avg net price after aid
$32,705
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Financial aid
Receiving financial aid
94%
Avg grant aid
$36,240
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Student body
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Campus life
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Location
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