The university admitted 86% of all applicants in 2022. Out of 5,801 applications received in 2023, 4,965 students were offered admission.
If you are applying to The Catholic University of America, the regular decision application deadline is January 15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.
Students who submit their applications to The Catholic University of America for fall should hear back from The Catholic University of America by May 1.
Here's an overiew of some of The Catholic University of America's admissions stats.
The Catholic University of America 2023 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.5 |
Admissions Test Policy | Not optional |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for The Catholic University of America.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
---|---|---|---|
Early Decision I | Yes | November 1 | December 15 |
Early Decision II | Yes | January 15 | February 15 |
Early Action | Yes | January 11 | January 15 |
Regular Decision | Yes | 1 15 | May 1 |
The Catholic University of America offers early decision and also offers early action. Early decision is binding, which means you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.
ποΈ Early Decision I applications are due by November 1 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 15.
ποΈ Early Decision II applications are due January 15. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before February 15.
ποΈ The Early Action deadline is January 11. The Catholic University of America will release EA admissions decisions no later than January 15.
The early decision acceptance rate at The Catholic University of America is 65%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 86%.
The Catholic University of America accepts about 93% of early action applicants and 86% all applicants for all deadlines. In 2022, The Catholic University of America admitted 56 of the 86 students who applied early decision. In 2022, The Catholic University of America admitted 2,942 of the 3,158 who applied early action.
Some students apply to college early to increase their chances of acceptance. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of admission, since it demonstrates that you are very interested in a school.
β‘οΈ See a list of some top colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.
For more information on transferring to The Catholic University of America, contact the school directly.
The Catholic University of America has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are are most important in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and apply to colleges that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.
Curious about the factors that are considered by The Catholic University of America during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Character/Personal Qualities | Very Important |
Academic GPA | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Very Important |
Application Essay | Important |
Extracurricular Activities | Important |
Recommendation(s) | Important |
First Generation | Important |
Alumni/ae Relations | Considered |
Class Rank | Considered |
Geographical Residence | Considered |
Interview | Considered |
Racial/Ethnic Status | Considered |
Talent/Ability | Considered |
Volunteer Work | Considered |
Work Experience | Considered |
Level of Applicant's Interest | Considered |
Make sure to check with The Catholic University of America for more information on admission factors.
To apply to The Catholic University of America, all applicants must submit the following items. Check in with The Catholic University of America's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | β | 3 | β | β |
Interview | β | β | β | β |
Transcript(S) of College Record | β | β | β | β |
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | β | β | β | β |
Letter(s) of Recommendation | 1 | β | β | β |
Written Essay or Personal Statement | β | β | β | β |
Transcript of High School Record | β | β | β | β |
Students admitted to The Catholic University of America have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
The Catholic University of America does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is July 15. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by April 1.
Transfer students can enroll in The Catholic University of America during the following terms:
β’ Fall Term
β’ Winter Term
β’ Spring Term
β’ Winter Term
β’ Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to The Catholic University of America?
β Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to The Catholic University of America.
Does The Catholic University of America accept transfer credits?
β The Catholic University of America accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. The Catholic University of America accepts:
β’ CLEP subject tests β’ DSST/DANTES
Does The Catholic University of America accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
β The Catholic University of America accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to The Catholic University of America?
β The Catholic University of America is not test optional.
What is The Catholic University of America's acceptance rate?
β The Catholic University of America's acceptance rate is 86%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at The Catholic University of America?
β The Catholic University of America's early decision acceptance rate was 65% in 2021.
What is the early action acceptance rate at The Catholic University of America?
β The early action acceptance rate at The Catholic University of America was 93% in 2021.
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First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to The Catholic University of America is Jan 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to The Catholic University of America is Jul 15.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At The Catholic University of America, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.51. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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