About Us

Forming leaders Committed to Mission and Excellence since 1887.

As the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States, founded in 1887, we are committed to being a comprehensive Catholic and American institution of higher learning. Striving for leadership through academic scholarship and research — and genuinely guided by the light of our Catholic faith and values — our students, faculty, staff, and alumni seek to advance the common good and shape the world for the better.

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DISCOVER YOUR PURPOSE. USE IT TO SERVE THE WORLD.

Dedicated to advancing the dialogue between faith and reason, Catholic University’s mission is to discover and impart truth through excellence in teaching and research, all in service to the Church, the nation and the world. With more than 250 academic programs to choose from, you can discover your potential for a fulfilling life of purpose, service, and excellence.   

OUR VISION IS YOUR VISION

We inspire individuals to embrace intellectual inquiry, moral integrity, and spiritual depth on a campus where faith and reason are truly integrated. Serving truth, goodness, and beauty in all disciplines, we empower students who — grounded in our Catholic identity — become equipped with the knowledge, skills, and wisdom to address the challenges of our times.

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Academic Programs

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