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A Culture of Discovery and Innovation 

At Catholic University, our intellectual heritage is a springboard for new discoveries and innovation. Immerse yourself in discovery. 

• 12 Schools: Our schools form small communities for study and create big opportunities to learn, and our programs provide an integrated course of study. We also offer a Theological College for those pursuing priestly life and ministry.
• 250+ Programs: From the hard sciences to the performing and visual arts to theology and religious studies, you can choose from more than 250 academic programs.
• Research Centers and Institutes: Faculty and students in our 40+ centers, institutes, and specialized research facilities draw on the myriad resources of Washington, D.C. to conduct rigorous academic research.

A Rich Liberal Arts Tradition, for All Students 

Inspired by the Catholic intellectual tradition and guided by the principles of liberal education, Catholic Universityprovides a rich, shared learning experience for all first-year students.

The Nation’s Oldest Catholic Research Institution 

The American bishops originally created Catholic Universityas a graduate research institution in 1887. We're the oldest Catholic research university in the country and, as we like to say, research is in our DNA.