The Office of Enrollment Services assists students with course registration, records, tuition billing, payments, and other questions regarding enrollment.  

Registration 

Registration for courses is completed in Cardinal Students. Only matriculated students with no outstanding obligations to the university are eligible for registration. Students should register for upcoming courses on or after their enrollment appointment date.  Please review our website for information on adding/dropping classes, auditing courses, consortium registration policies, and other Important Registration Notes. 

Student Accounts

The Office of Enrollment Services ensures the proper billing of tuition and enrollment fees to student
accounts and coordinates the posting of fees from other offices such as housing and dining charges,
tutoring fees, student insurance premiums, health services fees, and parking permit fees and fines.
We also oversee all non-financial aid payment processing for student accounts.

Students can generate statements-on-demand, make payments, and enroll in direct deposit for
student account refunds using Cardinal Pay, the university’s billing and payment platform. Monthly
payment plan options are also available in Cardinal Pay. Cardinal Pay can be accessed via the
Student Account tile in Cardinal Students.

The University is unable to discuss or disclose account information to any person other than the
student unless the student has established that individual(s) as an Authorized User in Cardinal Pay.
An Authorized User account should be established for each individual that a student wishes to have
access to account information. Instructions for setting up Authorized Users can be found here.

Monthly email notifications are sent from our office to all students with outstanding balances. These
emails are sent to the student’s Catholic University email addresses as well as to any additional
email addresses authorized by the student in Cardinal Pay. Other communications from our office
regarding student account issues will be sent only to the student’s Catholic University email address.

Other Links 

Academic Calendar

Transcripts 

Proof of Enrollment 

Diplomas

Privacy and FERPA

Cardinal Student Navigation Guides 

The Office of the Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies works collaboratively with faculty and administrators from Catholic University's twelve schools to enhance the academic quality of graduate programs, and provides leadership and support to the University's graduate mission.

The Graduate Studies office is responsible for issues regarding University registration, enrollment (and changes in enrollment), residency, and general regulations for masters, licentiate, and doctoral degree programs.

You can read more about Graduate Studies on their website.

Academic Integrity

Academic honesty is one of the foundations of the educational mission and Catholic commitment of this University. Academic dishonesty, including such practices as cheating, plagiarism, and fabrication, undermines the learning experience, and, as it involves fraud and deceit, is corrosive of the intellectual principles and is inconsistent with the ethical standards of this University. Academic dishonesty damages the sense of trust and community among students, faculty, and administrators.

The University's Academic Integrity Policy sets forth the standards of honesty that student members of our academic community are expected to follow. The faculty is also bound to adhere to the strictest standards of academic honesty. All members of the academic community have an obligation to familiarize themselves with these standards and to conduct themselves to implementing these standards and to educating, staff, and students on the importance of academic honesty and on the application of these standards in a variety of academic settings.

Academic Leaves and Withdrawals

Sometimes, graduate students in good standing at The Catholic University of America may find it necessary to take time away from their studies.

Because The Catholic University of America is a term-based credit-hour institution, it cannot offer a federally approved Leave of Absence (LOA) option. However, students may request to be placed on Academic Leave for a future semester.

The full University Change of Enrollment Policy can be found in the Graduate Announcements, as well as on the University Policies website. A complete listing of the Academic Leave, Term Withdrawal, and Permanent Withdrawal options can also be found on the Graduate Studies website in our General Information, Policies and Guidelines, and Graduate Studies FAQ sections.

However, graduate students may find the table on the Academic Leave and Withdrawals website helpful in deciding which of the three interruption of studies options best suit their individual needs.

The Office of the Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies strongly suggests to students contemplating interrupting their studies that they discuss these options with their adviser, department chair (where applicable), and school dean BEFORE submitting a leave or withdrawal request.

Course Registration and Course Grades

Near the middle of each fall and spring semester, students register online through Cardinal Students for courses they wish to take during following semester. Course offerings for each term can be viewed via the Manage Classes tile in Cardinal Students.

Students may access grades for all semesters through Cardinal Students. If a student needs a hard copy of a grade report for a sponsor, employer, or for their personal records, the student may either print an unofficial transcript from Cardinal Students or request that an official transcript be generated. Official transcripts must be requested via Cardinal Students and can either be held for pick-up by the student in the Office of Enrollment Services or mailed directly to an address provided by the student. Transcript request options can be accessed from the Academic Records tile in the Cardinal Students Student Center.

Funding and Research Opportunities for Graduate Students

The Catholic University of America offers a wide variety of scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study appointments to new and continuing students at the graduate level. Federal funds are, by statute, awarded solely on the basis of financial need as determined by a federally approved needs analysis system. These funds are available to as many qualifying students as funding will allow.

For a list of available research, scholarship, and fellowship opportunities, please visit the Graduate Studies website.

The Graduate Student Association

The Graduate Student Association of The Catholic University of America is dedicated to the academic, cultural, and professional development of all graduate students enrolled at Catholic University. As the official voice of graduate students, the Graduate Student Association responds to the needs and concerns of the graduate community and strives to improve the quality of education and life at the university, acting fully within the university's mission statement and governing documents.

You can follow the Graduate Studies Association on Facebook or read more about the GSA on their website.

Additional Resources

• Policies and Procedures
• Enrollment Services
• Office of the Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies
• Office of the Provost

The University Libraries provide access to our cultural and scientific heritage through resources and services and cooperate actively with the faculty and students in the teaching, learning and research process. The print collections consist of more than 1.4 million books and journals, and the Libraries provide access to tens of thousands of full-text electronic journals and books. 

The John K. Mullen of Denver Memorial Library provides a variety of study spaces to accommodate collaborative and individual learning and provide technologies which support the use of library resources, including scanning and printing. Related academic units which provide tutoring services are located in Mullen Library and include the Center for Academic and Career Success and the Writing Center.

The Special Collections consists of four distinct parts which include the Rare Books, Museum, University Archives, and Manuscript Collections. The Rare Books Collections contain approximately 70,000 volumes, which range from medieval documents to first editions of twentieth century authors. The Manuscript Collection, also known as the American Catholic History Collection, collects personal papers and institutional records which document the heritage and history of the American Catholic people. The specialized Semitics/ICOR Library supports research in the languages of the ancient Near East and the languages, literatures, and history of the Christian Near East. The specialized Oliveira Lima Library is a collection of books, manuscripts, pamphlets, maps, photographs and works of art that is dedicated to the history and culture of Portugal and Brazil.

Catholic University and eight other university libraries form the Washington Research Library Consortium (WRLC). Students and faculty may visit, borrow from, and order books and articles online from the other WRLC libraries.

Raymond A. DuFour Athletic Center / 202-319-5286 / cardinalathletics.com

The Athletics Department provides a comprehensive athletic program with opportunities for participation at the intercollegiate, club, intramural and recreational levels. The Catholic Cardinals compete in the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III, Landmark Conference, New England Men's and Women's Athletic Conference (football only), and Mid-Atlantic Rowing Conference for Men's and Women's Rowing. Catholic University is committed to establishing and maintaining an environment in which athletic participation is conducted as an integral part of a student athlete's educational experience.

Raymond A. DuFour Athletic Center

Raymond A. DuFour Athletic Center is one of Catholic University's most popular facilities. The center provides opportunities for everyone, regardless of fitness level or athletic ability, to improve their overall health and well being. The center features a 25-yard pool, basketball and volleyball courts, a state of the art weight-training room, a dance studio, saunas, and an indoor running area. The outside portion of the center features Cardinal Stadium, home to our football and field hocket teams; Carlini Field where our soccer and lacrosse teams play; a six-lane, 400-meter track; six tennis courts; and playing fields for baseball and softball.

Catholic University Varsity Teams

Catholic University competes in the NCAA Division III Landmark Conference. Our rowing teams compete in the Mid-Atlantic Rowing Conference. The university fields men's teams in cross country, basketball, indoor & outdoor track and field, baseball, tennis, soccer, swimming, lacrosse, rowing, golf, and football. Women's teams include basketball, field hockey, volleyball, tennis, indoor & outdoor track and field, softball, soccer, swimming, lacrosse, cross country, rowing, and golf.

• Pryzbyla Center 300
• 202-319-6003
• cua-activities@cua.edu
• activities.catholic.edu 

Overview

The Office of Campus Activities (OCA) is here to help you get the most out of your graduate school experience by creating opportunities to get involved. Our staff and student leaders provide a variety of programs and services, including Orientation, student organizations, leadership development, and major campus events. There are many ways to find out about events on campus and stay connected to all the OCA has to offer - check our websites, visit our office, or contact us via phone or email. You can also download the Catholic U app on the Apple App Store or Google Play for listings of events on campus and information on ways to get involved.

Major Events

The Office Of Campus Activities hosts a number of major events throughout the year, including student organization training, Leadership Retreats, Family Weekend, Thanksgiving Potluck, Light the Season, Honor an Awesome Woman Celebration, Class Ring Blessing, and the Cardinal Leadership Celebration.

OCA also sponsors the DC Nite Out program. On one Thursday every month, we provide a limited number of FREE tickets to an off-campus event as part of the Catholic U Nite Live program. Events range from award-winning plays, ballets, and musicals to sports games, comedy shows, and even ghost tours! Get more information and event details at nest.catholic.edu.

Student Organizations

There is no better way to pursue your interests, explore culture, and embrace your own leadership potential than by becoming an active member of one of the more than 100 student organizations available at Catholic University. Student organizations bring excitement to campus by engaging in the important issues of the day, organizing educational and social opportunities, and working together for a better community.

We have many types of student organizations to get involved with:

• Academic/Professional
• Advocacy and Service
• Club Sports
• Faith-Based
• Intercultural Programs
• The Arts
• Student Media
• Student Representation

Learn more about student organizations at nest.catholic.edu.

The Nest

The Nest is your online location for everything about student involvement. From your first day at Catholic University to a random free weekend, The Nest can connect you to campus activities, events, and opportunities. You can check out the flyer board to see upcoming campus events, browse various student organizations and join instantly, and manage student organization processes anytime, even after our office closes. Access The Nest online anytime, anywhere. Check out what's happening around campus at nest.catholic.edu.

Campus Ministry offers the Catholic University community numerous opportunities to encounter Jesus Christ and to grow in Christian faith. Our goal is to prepare students for a life of faith and service beyond their college years, inviting them to mature in the spiritual life through campus prayer, sacraments, catechesis, community, and service.

Campus Ministry has a variety of ways for students to engage in the life of faith at Catholic University:

• Pray: Mass, Confession, the Rosary, and Eucharistic Adoration are available daily on campus.

• Believe: Attend retreats, pilgrimages, bible studies, men's/women's groups, social events, formation talks, vocation fairs, and more.

• Serve: Attend weekly service sites, large-scale service days, Spring Break or summer immersion trips, and more.

For students who are of different faiths, you are welcome at Catholic University. All Campus Ministry events are open to you. In addition, Campus Ministry can connect you to your respective faith communities in the DC metropolitan area. There is also an interreligious prayer space on campus available for the entire Catholic University community. 

For students who are searching and need support in their spiritual lives, the Campus Ministry Staff and Residence  Ministers are here for you. Schedule a time to chat with us.

Garvey Hall, Room 120 / 202-319-6262 / E-mail: success@cua.edu / success.catholic.edu

Individual Appointments

A professional Center for Academic and Career Success (CACS) counselor is available to critique your resume and cover letter, help map out a job search strategy with you, and discuss all your career-related concerns. Contact the office to schedule an appointment.

You can also access information on career development topics, from writing a resume/cover letter to negotiating your salary, online on our website.

Resumes, Cover Letters, and Curriculum Vitiates (CVs)

Visit the CACS website to view samples and instructions on creating these documents. You may schedule an appointment with a CACS counselor to help you get started or to review and critique your progress.

Interviewing

Schedule a "mock" interview with a Career Services counselor. To form the basis of this practice interview, you provide your current resume and information on a job you might be interested in to allow the counselor to tailor possible interview questions. The mock interview increases your preparedness for the "real" interview and gives you more confidence when discussing your interests, skills, and experience with a faculty member or potential employer.

InterviewPrep - the office's online resource for interview prep. This tool is beneficial as you prepare for digital interviews with potential employers and faculty members outside the area.

Finding a Job in Academia

Check out the Jobs & Internships section of the Career Services' website for information on obtaining employment in academia. You can also schedule an appointment to discuss this career path with one of your counselors.

Finding a Job in Non-Academia

What if you do not want to teach academia and are unsure of your next step after you complete your graduate degree? You are encouraged to schedule an appointment with a career counselor to discuss your possible new direction.

The Center for Academic and Career Success also provides career interest assessments (the Strong Interest Inventory/SII and the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator/MBTI) that can assist you. Receive an in exploring possible career options based on your interests and preferences. During the career counseling appointment, one of our counselors will provide an in-depth analysis of your assessments' results and offer suggestions for your next steps.

You may also explore our website's Jobs & Internships section for additional resources and information, including Handshake, Catholic University's job and internship posting system.

Employer Information Sessions

Representatives from various organizations come to campus to discuss their organization/company in-depth, what they look for when hiring potential employees, and available job opportunities. Please check the Events Calendar on the Career Services website for upcoming sessions.

Career Fairs

Graduate students are invited and encouraged to attend our annual Fall and Spring Career Fairs. Our website will include the complete list of employers attending the Career Fair at least one week before the event.

In addition, we host several events to help you prepare for the Career Fair.

Please check the Events Calendar for exact dates and times for programs and career fairs.

Industry, Position, Salary, and Employer Research Information

• When researching a specific industry, position, salary, or employer, we suggest using the following resources to start gathering information:
  • Glassdoor - Allows individuals to research industries, employers, and positions, read guides on how to break into a particular field, view articles on current events or new industry trends, and search for jobs and internships.
  • NACE Salary Calculator and Salary.com - Allows individuals to research salary levels for various positions based on experience and location.

Job and Internship Search Resources

Handshake-Catholic University's new online system that lists jobs and internships for students and alumni, as well as graduate work-study opportunities. You can also utilize the system to find out and register for employer programming, such as interviews, information sessions, career fairs.

Interstride - A technology platform that assists students with finding job opportunities, immigration hurdles, community integration, and overall university engagement. Interstride is for any undergraduate and graduate student interested in exploring employment opportunities in the U.S. or abroad. Interstride is especially useful for international students pursuing opportunities in the U.S.

Social Media

You may also follow us on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram for up-to-date information on career opportunities, reminders about employer information sessions, and learn about upcoming programs and events. It is a great way to stay in touch with the Center for Academic and Career Success and ensures you get all the essential information.

You can also connect with us on LinkedIn to network with alumni nationwide.

The Center for Academic and Career Success
Garvey Hall, Room 120
202-319-6262
E-mail: success@cua.edu; website: http://success.catholic.edu
Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

The Center for Cultural Engagement (CCE) transforms the Catholic University of America into a community in which every person's gifts are valued, enriched, and empowered.

Graduate Student Outreach

The CCE organizes several events to encourage interactions between graduate students. Events range from social activities to learning seminars with faculty and staff. 

Intercultural Dialogues

Throughout the academic year, the CCE invites distinguished guests to speak to Catholic
University students about various topics that bring to light issues that affect our communities.
These presentations provide students with the opportunity to engage with individuals working
with persons on the margins and promote the common good.

Cultural Celebrations

The CCE organizes a series of cultural celebrations throughout the year to highlight the rich
diversity of our campus community. Students are invited to participate in these programs to
learn about particular cultural and religious celebrations from around the world, as well as
enjoying food and music from those cultures.

Office Hours with CCE Staff

Need help? Don’t know where to start? You can always start by reaching out to our staff. We
would be more than happy to guide you and connect you to the right resources and person to
help address your question. Feel free to reach out to:

Javier W. Bustamante (Director) at bustamantej@cua.edu

127 O'Boyle Hall / 202-319-5765 / counseling.catholic.edu

Counseling Center Staff: Credentials and Services

The Catholic University Counseling Center is the only on-campus mental health office. Its professional staff includes psychologists, clinical social workers, and a psychiatric nurse practitioner. There are also clinicians in training who are either advanced doctoral students in clinical or counseling psychology or students from graduate social work programs in the Washington, DC, area. The Counseling Center is fully accredited by IACS, the International Accreditation of Counseling Services, and is one of the foremost training sites in the Washington area for advanced graduate students in psychology and social work, providing state-of-the-art supervision to pre-doctoral interns in psychology in its American Psychological Association (APA)-accredited internship program, as well to externs and practicum students working directly with the licensed professional staff and faculty.

The Counseling Center provides confidential individual and group counseling, as well as workshops, screenings, and other outreach and consultation activities. During the Academic Year, individual and group counseling are available for any currently enrolled full-time student. Referrals and group therapy are available for part-time students. The Counseling Center also provides after-hours emergency consultation services during the academic year. To schedule an appointment during the Academic Year, call (202) 319-5765, or come to the Counseling Center, located at 127 O'Boyle Hall, between the hours of 9:00am and 5:00pm on Mondays-Fridays. Summer and holiday hours are posted on the Counseling Center's website at counseling.catholic.edu. Considerations such as the individual needs of the student and scheduling compatibility determine how counselors are matched with students.

The confidentiality laws contained in The District of Columbia Mental Health Act of 1978 are strictly enforced at the Counseling Center. Therefore, except in very limited circumstances defined by law (e.g., the client or someone else is in imminent, serious danger), without the student's written consent, no Counseling Center staff member can inform parents, spouses, or any other concerned individuals that a particular student is receiving Counseling Center services. Even in situations when parents report being told by their child that he or she is seeing a counselor at the Counseling Center, staff can neither confirm nor deny the report. With the student's written permission, though, Counseling Center staff may share information about a student's treatment with concerned others.

201 Pryzbyla Center / 202-319-5618 / international.catholic.edu

The Office of International Services (OIS) will hold an orientation for international and exchange students on Wednesday, August 21, 2024 in Caldwell Auditorium of Caldwell Hall. This orientation is required for all "F" and "J" visa holders and other international students holding other visas are welcome to attend. This orientation is to familiarize you with the very important legal aspects of maintaining your immigration status in the United States as well as to address various adjustment issues related to both the U.S. culture and to CUA's community. Updated information is available on the Office of International Services website at http://international.cua.edu or by contacting the office at 202-319-5618. For detailed information on the orientation agenda please send an email to cua-ois@cua.edu.

Office of Military and Veteran Student Services

The Office of Military and Veteran Student Services (OMVSS) seeks to make the Catholic University of America the premier destination for military-affiliated students in higher education by creating a resilient fellowship-based campus experience as well as a robust, professional, and active learning environment for Army, Navy, and Air Force ROTC Training. If you are a prospective or current student interested in ROTC, please contact Curtis Addleman at addleman@cua.edu.

• Edward J. Pryzbyla Center, Suite 353
• 202-319-5619
• http://studentconduct.catholic.edu
• Email: cua-studentconduct@cua.edu 

Mission and Vision

The Mission of Student Conduct and Ethical Development (SCED) is to educate students with regard to community expectations; coordinate campus resources and support services in the resolution of behavioral concerns, including the adjudication and resolution of student conduct interventions; and create, deliver, and support purposeful learning opportunities fostering citizenship, community standards, ethics, values, and civility, within a faith-based environment.

Vision

The Vision of Student Conduct and Ethical Development is to:

• Create a dynamic, values-oriented community where students are proactively and comprehensively encouraged and engaged in critical decision-making, ethical development, and civil discourse in the spirit of Catholic social teaching.
• Promote individual responsibility for actions and interpersonal accountability for the common good.

Philosophy of Student Conduct

When students choose to accept admission to The Catholic University of America, they accept the rights, privileges, and responsibilities of membership in the University's academic, social, and spiritual community. When student behavior departs from the community expectations, members of the community are expected to challenge and confront these inappropriate behaviors. When that behavior becomes unacceptable and adversely impacts the spirit of the community, it will be addressed by administrators who follow the procedures outlined in the Code of Student Conduct. 

Student conduct policies and procedures are viewed first and foremost within the educational mission and traditions of Catholic University. As such, the system strives to instill moral and ethical values, most especially integrity and respect for human dignity; to ensure accountability and justice; and to create a safe and comfortable learning environment. The student conduct system provides a just, fair and equitable means of examining and addressing student misconduct.

Policies governing student behavior and community standards are not laws. Rather, the system is designed to inform students of the broad principles and high standards to which they will be held responsible as members of our community. It also is intended as an opportunity for assessing student conduct and determining sanctions, when appropriate, that encourage behaviors that contribute to the well-being of the Catholic University community, and allow students to develop individual responsibility and self-discipline.

Additional information regarding Student Conduct and Ethical Development can be found in the Code of Student Conduct or at policies.catholic.edu including information on the student conduct process, the list of prohibited conduct, and guidelines for university disciplinary proceedings.

Student Conduct Disciplinary Records

Applications to graduate and professional schools and background checks for job positions frequently require information about student disciplinary records. The University maintains student conduct records for five (5) years from the student's terminating date from the University, except as required by law. For additional information on how to submit a request for your non-academic disciplinary records, please visit deanofstudents.catholic.edu/conduct/deans-certification.html

Off-Campus Students

As members of the local community, the University and its students have a responsibility to act as good neighbors, guided by common interest and goodwill. A good neighbor improves the quality of their neighborhood and increases the values of their properties and those surrounding them. A good neighbor ensures that trash does not litter their lawn and surrounding property, that no excessive noise is generated from their parties, and that their property is well kept and aesthetically pleasing. It is your responsibility to be a good neighbor and to comply with all expectations communicated by the University and the District.

For additional information related to Off-Campus students, please visit offcampus.catholic.edu.

Transportation and Parking Services, 242 Pryzbyla Center / 202-552-PARK (7275) / https://transportation.catholic.edu/

Welcome to the Office of Transportation and Parking Services at The Catholic University of America. Our purpose is to provide students, faculty, staff, guests, and visitors of the University with a safe environment for pedestrians and vehicles. We promote sustainable transportation options and strive to ensure parking headaches are reduced to a minimum! When construction or other major events arise that could affect parking on campus we communicate the changes.

Transportation and Parking Services is responsible for issuing parking permits and the University’s Cardinal Card identification cards. We are tasked with administering a comprehensive campus transportation program in keeping with University policies and planning. This includes, but is not limited to, campus shuttle operations, discounted Capital Bikeshare student memberships, University van rentals, and parking enforcement.

Chartwells manages all of the dining locations on campus including Garvey Hall, The Pryz Food Court (that offers a full-service Chick-fil-A, True Burger and Which Wich, in addition to Grab & Go options, including sushi), the Pryz Market, Murphy’s Grill, and Starbucks. The goal of Chartwells campus is to provide guests with pleasurable dining experiences and to feature foods and events that will engage the campus community.

Meal Plan Selection
Residential freshman and residential sophomores are required to participate in the Open Access dining plan. Residential juniors are required to participate in the Weekly 14 or the Open Access dining plans. This determination is based on how many semesters you have completed with the University, not the number of credit hours. More information about dining plans, locations, and hours can be found on the Dining Services website. To select a meal plan, please login to your Cardinal Station portal. For assistance with accessing your portal or purchasing a plan, please contact Housing Services at cua-housing@cua.edu or 202-319-5615.

How Your Meal Plan Works

Meal Swipes are accepted at Garvey Hall, Pryz Food Court, The Pryz Market,
and Murphy’s Grill. Weekly meal plan holders are allotted a maximum of 3 meal swipes per day, with a maximum of 2 per day that can be used at retail locations (Pryz Food Court, the Pryz Market, and Murphy’s Grill). Community meal plans do not have daily swipe restrictions.

Meal Deals are available at Pryz Food Court, the Pryz Market, and Murphy’s Grill. Meal Deals are exclusive to meal plan holders and allow them to select an entrée, side(s), and
beverage without exceeding the Meal Swipe value.

Dining Dollars are declining balance that can be used at any dining location on campus. They are useful for if you would like to purchase non-Meal Deal items, want a snack, have exceeded your meal swipes for the day, or are making a purchase from a location where meal swipes are not accepted. Dining Dollars roll over from Fall to Spring but expire at the end of the academic school year. Dining Dollars will not carry over if you do not have a meal plan the following semester (Fall to Spring).

Weekly Meal Plans: Each Saturday evening meal plans reset, allotting you a new set of 14 or 7 meals every Sunday. Any unused meals from the previous week will expire.

Community Meal Plans: Community plans allots 15, 25, 35, 50, or 75 meal swipes for the entire semester. Any unused meals will expire at the end of the semester. Should swipes from the Comnunity Plan expire before the end of the semester, you are able to purchase another Community plan.

Meal Plan Options

Open Access with 225 Dining Dollars................4,040.00

• Unlimited Meal swipes at Garvey Dining Hall per Week
• 2 Meal Deal swipes per day at the following locations (Chick-fil-A, Which Wich, True Burger and Murphy's Grill)
• 225 Dining Dollars per Semester

Weekly 14 with 400 Dining Dollars........................3,175.00

• 14 Meals per Week
• Meals can be used at Garvey Hall or as Meal Deal swipes (2 Meal Deal Swipes maximum per day) at the following locations (Chick-fil-A, Which Wich, True Burger and Murphy's Grill)
• 400 Dining Dollars per Semester

Weekly 7 with 400 Dining Dollars........................2,100.00

• 7 Meals per Week
• Meals can be used at Garvey Hall or as Meal Deal swipes (2 Meal Deal Swipes maximum per day) at the following locations (Chick-fil-A, Which Wich, True Burger and Murphy's Grill)
• 400 Dining Dollars per Semester

Community Plans 

75 Meal Swipes per Semester........................630.00

50 Meal Swipes per Semester........................450.00

35 Meal Swipes per Semester........................325.00

25 Meal Swipes per Semester........................285.00

15 Meal Swipes per Semester........................175.00
Meals can be purchased in groups of 15, 25, 35, 50 or 75 meals.  The more you purchase, the lower the cost per meal. 

• The Pryz Market, Pryzbyla Center 1st floor
• Murphy’s Grill, Pryzbyla Center 1st floor
• Pryz Food Court, Pryzbyla Center 2nd floor
  • Chick-fil-A
  • Which Wich Superior Subs
  • True Burger
  • Wild Blue Sushi
  • Grab Goodness (grab and go meals)
• Starbucks, Pryzbyla Center 3rd floor
• Garvey Hall
  • All you care to eat dining hall with the following offerings: homestyle, grill, salad bar/deli, soup, international action station, avoiding allergens, pizza and pasta, desserts and hard packed ice cream, specialty coffee, sparkling and infused water program, and a pantry program (breads, cereals, waffles, etc.)

Allergens and Dietary Restrictions
Our team is happy to help students with allergens and other dietary restrictions navigate their options for dining on campus. For questions or concerns, please contact our on-campus Registered Dietitian, Jordan Sawyer, at Jordan.Sawyer@compass-usa.com or 202-319-6699.

Events and Promotions
All students are welcomed and encouraged to attend. Some events to watch out for are D.I.Y. series, Prime Selections premium dinners, Teaching Kitchen’s, themed meals, legacy events, and more! We also feature weekly limited time offers in Pryz Food Court, and monthly promotions at our c-store, The Pryz Market. Our events and promotions for Fall 2024 will be published to our website before the start of the semester. Following our Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook accounts are all
great ways to stay in the know!

Staying Connected

• Email: CUA-diningservices@cua.edu
• Phone: 202-319-5647
• Website: Dine on Campus at https://dineoncampus.com/catholic
• App: Dine on Campus
• Instagram, Twitter, Facebook: @CatholicUDining
  
  
  
  
  
  

On-Campus Housing

Living on-campus can be a cost effective and convenient option for graduate and law students attending Catholic University. Campus living allows students to concentrate on academics while providing easy access to dining facilities, the fitness center, and other student resources designed to enhance the student experience.

For Academic Year 2024-2025 there is limited space availability in campus housing for graduate and law students. Interested students should submit a Graduate Student Waitlist Application by logging onto Cardinal Station using your Username and Password and selecting the My Housing tile. New students should have received their Cardinal Station login information in the mail. If you have misplaced your Username and Password, please call the Technology Services Desk at (202) 319-4357 for assistance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Comprehensive charges for all room rates include cable, laundry, and internet. Room rates are per semester, per student, and are available for review on the Enrollment Services website.

Graduate and Law students will be assigned primarily together in appropriate housing as determined by Housing Services and based on availability.  However, it is possible that undergraduate students may also be assigned to the same spaces, including the rooms and residence halls.

The residence halls open on August 24, 2024 for graduate/law students and close on December 15, 2024. The halls reopen on January 11, 2025 and all students must check-out by May 11, 2025. Students can request to arrive early or stay late based on their academic class and finals schedule.

University policies, regulations, and expectations remain in effect in all assignments managed by the University regardless of class standing. The University Policies, Community Standards Guide, Housing Services Policies, and Residence Hall and Dining Services Agreement are valuable resources for understanding these policies.

Unfortunately, on campus housing is only available for individuals. Housing Services encourages you to review the Off-Campus Housing Resources to find alternate accommodations to meet your needs.

Off-Campus Housing

Resources for off campus housing are available to graduate and law students on the Housing Services website. For more information, please visit the Office of Housing Services or the online Off Campus Housing Resource Center. The Off Campus Housing Resource Center includes links to our online property listing service, community resources, short term housing, and religiously affiliated housing resources. If you have any questions about off-campus housing please contact the Office of Housing Services at (202) 319-5615 or cua-housing@cua.edu.

The EP Federal Credit Union - ATM located in Leahy Hall

EP Federal Credit Union(EPFCU) has been serving The Catholic University of America Community for over 35 years and has built lasting relationships with hundreds of students, staff, and faculty members. EPFCU is a full-service financial institution equipped to handle all your banking needs by offering a wide range of products and services that will help you start, grow, and enhance your financial journey. EPFCU operates a branch conveniently located in Leahy Hall, Room 180. The credit union also has two ATMs available: one in Leahy Hall, and the other inside the Barnes and Noble CUA Bookstore. For more information on how to join EPFCU, visit www.epfcu.org or call 202.318.1991.

SunTrust Bank - ATMs located in Leahy Hall & The Pryzbyla Center & The Columbus School of Law

SunTrust Bank operates a nearby branch located at 410 Rhode Island Ave. N.E. For more information about available accounts, call 202-526-7973 or visit https://www.suntrust.com. SunTrust Bank features the ATM Quest, Plus, AFFN,CIRRUS, VISA, Discover, AMEX, and MasterCard card systems.

Location and Store Hours

The Cardinal Shop at The Catholic University of America features a wide selection of gifts, collectables, and Catholic University spirit-wear; including sweatshirts, tee-shirts, sweatpants, hats, and more! It is located on the ground floor of the Edward J. Pryzbyla Center. Stop in to shop or visit our online store by clicking the button below to get all your Catholic University Gear or college essentials. 

Textbooks

eCampus is an online hub for students, faculty and staff to adopt and access their course materials, i.e. textbooks, course codes, custom course packs and more. For faculty here are links to instructional guides in both pdf and step-by-step video formats for your reference.  Worried about textbook prices? Buying new textbooks isn’t your only option — you can buy new, used, and digital or rent them from eCampus. You can even use the eCampus marketplace to compare pricing.

Payment Options

The Cardinal Shop at Catholic University accepts cash or MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express as well as. 

Pryzbyla Center 204 / 202-319-5291 / pryzbyla.catholic.edu

The Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center opened in 2003 and is named for an alumnus and generous benefactor.  The Pryz is a dynamic center of activity that includes multiple service and support functions.  Both the university’s campus store and postal services recently relocated to the first level of the Pryz, complementing the Market (convenience store) to create a high-traffic, high-activity space.  The second level of the building features the Food Court, including a full-service Chick-fil-A, True Burger, Which Wich, sushi, and grab-and-go options.  There is also an information desk, a study lounge, the eSports Lounge, Murphy’s Lounge, and the offices of Transportation and Parking, Housing, Disability Support Services (DSS), Events and Conference Services (ECS), and International Services (OIS). On the third level, The Nest is a recently renovated space that is home to the Office of Campus Activities (OCA), the Center for Cultural Engagement (CCE), the undergraduate Student Government Association (SGA), the Graduate Student Association (GSA), and Program Board.  The Nest also features common area work space, lounge space, and a performance area. Also on the third level of the Pryz is Starbucks, the Cardinal Cupboard, the Office of Student Experience and Family Engagement, the Office of the Dean of Students, the Great Room (multi-purpose space), and several smaller meeting rooms.

Technology Service Desk 117 Leahy Hall / techsupport@cua.edu / https://technology.catholic.edu/

Cardinal Credentials for Technology Access

Each student has one Cardinal username that they use to access campus technology resources. The username portion of your credential looks like your last name possibly followed by an initial (e.g. thompsonq). Your username and password together are your Cardinal Credential. Your Cardinal Credential is used to log onto Cardinal Students, Cardinal Mail (Google Workspace), Cardinal Learn (Blackboard), the campus Wi-Fi network, campus computers and other services.

When you matriculate from applicant to student, you need to change your Cardinal Credential password to gain access to all campus resources. 

To activate your Cardinal Credential you will need to change your password. 

Password Change: password.catholic.edu

Your Cardinal Credential password expires after 180 days. You will receive an email message to both your Cardinal Mail account and the personal email account you specified in the Cardinal Students system that will remind you that your Cardinal Credential password will expire soon.

Whenever you change your Cardinal Credential password, please be sure to update all your devices with the new password, e.g., on personally-owned computers, tablets, smartphones.

Resources

Cardinal Station is a launch page from which you can access Cardinal Student and Cardinal Faculty and Staff. You can access Cardinal Station from anywhere on the Internet at cardinalstation.catholic.edu.

Cardinal Students is the Catholic University system that allows you to perform student enrollment management self-service activities: register for classes, check your grades, change your contact information, and a wide range of other activities related to your academic records at the University.

Cardinal Faculty and Staff is the Catholic University employee system that allows student employees to view pay stubs, and change your contact information.

Cardinal Learn is the University's learning management system, powered by Brightspace. All students and faculty are automatically enrolled in courses as reflected in the Cardinal Students system. If you are a student and you do not see your classes in Brightspace, it could be because your instructor has not yet made the course available. Please check with him or her.

Cardinal Mail is the Catholic University email and collaboration system. It is an implementation of Google Workspace for Education, a suite of Google apps, including Gmail, tailored specifically for schools and universities. Google Workspace provides email, groups, calendaring, file storage and sharing, office productivity apps, chat and more. Log onto Google Workspace at mail.google.com by entering your @cua.edu email address and your Cardinal Credential password.

Enroll in required in Google 2-Step verification - 

Google's two factor authentication feature helps to protect the University and its data by providing stronger security for your Cardinal Mail Google Workspace account, including Gmail, Calendar and Drive.

https://technology.catholic.edu/programs/google-2fa/index.html

Zoom is the Catholic University video conferencing service for its community. Zoom is used in hybrid or virtual classroom instruction. Enrollment in Catholic University's Zoom is automatic for current students. You log onto Zoom with Google using your Cardinal Mail @cua.edu email address and your Cardinal Credential password at zoom.catholic.edu.

Technology Policy

The goal of technology policy at The Catholic University of America is to enhance the teaching, learning, and research environments. In the triangle of enhancement, compliance with applicable laws, and security, this enhancement is always uppermost in our thoughts. Security and privacy are extremely important, as they contribute to the stable and open environment required for academic inquiry. Compliance is also critical to the continued operations of the University.

Computer Labs and Internet Access

Technology Services maintains a 24-hour computer lab located in 117 Leahy Hall. Other labs are available on campus as well. A high-speed fiber optic network links the entire campus, including all academic buildings and all residence halls, to the Internet. Wi-Fi access is provided in nearly all campus building locations including residence halls. Technology Services recommends using a wired connection wherever possible for greater speed and reliability, especially for hybrid instruction video conferencing.

Personal Computers and Software

While there is no computer requirement at Catholic University, most students do have a computing device, which helps with research and studying. The campus profile for student computers is about 50 percent Microsoft Windows and 50 percent Apple macOS. Catholic University has a website that provides discounts for Apple, Lenovo and Dell computers, tablets and Chromebooks. Students may also purchase software at discounted prices. Please visit technology.cua.edu to obtain more information on these programs.

Technology Service Desk

The campus technology Service Desk, located in 117 Leahy Hall, provides answers to computer and other information technology questions. The Service Desk is the best place to start for technology inquiries. Browse to the techsupport.catholic.edu web portal to view an extensive Knowledge Base or to submit a technology question or service request. You can also send email to techsupport@cua.edu for assistance. 

Service Desk walk-in hours are Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Admitted Student Packet

Activate your Cardinal Credential account as soon as possible so that you can have access to your Cardinal Mail Google Workspace email and to campus technology services such as computer labs, campus Wi-Fi network, Cardinal Learn Blackboard learning management system and more. To do this, please change your password at password.catholic.edu. This will assert your new password on all of the above systems.

Eugene I. Kane Student Health and Fitness Center / 202-319-5744 / http://health.catholic.edu 

Student Health Services operates an outpatient primary healthcare facility for students. In addition to providing medical care for illnesses and injuries, a team of medical professionals are actively involved in campus health education. The staff helps students better understand the nature and causes of medical problems and injuries, the importance of treatment and prevention. To promote lifelong wellness and to support academic success, students are encouraged to learn how to reduce their risk of disease and injury and to make appropriate lifestyle choices.

Immunizations

Washington, DC requires all students under the age of 26 to submit documentation of their immunizations. The Catholic University of America is in compliance with this law. All students under the age of 26 are required to submit these records. Your information must be submitted through the student health portal. Please do not email or fax records directly to our office as they will not be entered. The student health portal is NOT the same as Cardinal Station. Graduate students and Law students are requested to submit their immunization documentation by August 1.

You will need to log into  the student health portal to begin record submission. The address to log into the portal is https://catholic.studenthealthportal.com. You will use your Cardinal Station sign in credentials to log in.

After registering for the portal, follow the following instructions to submit your records.

• Log into the portal using your username (University ID number) and password
• At the top of the screen, you will see a toolbar, please click on the FORMS tab. You will see a form listed as "Immunization History for Portal"
• Click on this and open it. Enter the dates of your vaccines from the vaccine document you should have into the matching blanks (for instance, enter the dates from your MMR vaccine in the record you have into the MMR spaces in the form)
• After you enter ALL your dates, hit SUBMIT at the bottom of the form.
• Look at the top toolbar again, you will see "Document Upload. Click this and you will see a drop down and click "immunizations" and UPLOAD your personal vaccine document.
• You must complete both entering the dates into the form and uploading the supporting vaccine record to complete the record submission.

• 2 MMR vaccines with the first vaccine on or after the first birthday (or a blood test documenting immunity to measles, mumps and rubella)
• 3 Hepatitis B vaccines (or a blood test documenting immunity)
• Varicella vaccines (first one on or after the first birthday) or history of the illness or blood test documenting immunity
• Tdap vaccine within the past 10 years. Please check your Tdap date. If it was given more than 10 years ago it will not be accepted and your records will be incomplete.

Noncompliance of Immunization Requirement

A student who has not provided documentation of immunity to Student Health Services as required by this policy jeopardizes their continued enrollment at the University. A restrictive hold will be placed on that student's account on the add/drop deadline date preventing registration for the following semester until the above noted documentation has been provided.  There will be a $100 late fee assessed to your student account after the add drop period for any students that have not submitted their records or the records are not complete.

Student Health Services Staff

The Student Health Services staff includes a board-certified family physician, one board certified Nurse Practitioner and two board certified Physician Assistants. The staff also includes an office manager, one Registered Nurse and a certified Medical Assistant. There are always at least two health care providers available to see patients Monday through Friday during business hours.

Student Health Services Hours of Operation

Student Health Services is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and again from 1:00 p.m. to 5 p.m. We are also open on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. for sick visits. We are closed on most university holidays. It is understood that students have schedules to keep and given this, students are encouraged to make appointments whenever possible. Appointments can be made by phone or on line through the patient portal. Emergencies are always given priority. Service is provided for all medical problems from the most mundane to the more complex. Should a specialty referral be necessary, we work closely with many local specialists for referrals. Student Health Services is a "specialist" in caring for the college-age population and promotes wellness through counseling and education regarding positive health behaviors.

After-hour options

Many insurances have an after hours nurse hotline available to their patients. Please check on your card to see if there is a number for that. Most issues can wait until a student health provider is available during hours. If someone feels they have a more urgent issue, they may choose to visit any urgent care center or local emergency room of their choice. These instructions are on the Student Health Services answering machine and website at health.cua.edu.

Fees and Billing

Starting in the fall semester 2024, Student Health Services will begin billing your insurance company for care.  We will accept MOST insurances. Please be prepared to provide your insurance card and identification when seen.

Emergency Notifications

When students have a significant illness or injury, they are encouraged to sign a consent form that gives the Student Health Services staff permission to speak with their families. If the student desires, a call can be initiated to their family.

Confidentiality

All health service records are confidential. No medical information will be released, either verbally or in writing, without the patient's written permission. This restriction on information release applies to parents, faculty and university staff.

Prescriptions

Student Health Services has a limited on site pharmacy. We stock many over the counter medications as well as some few generic prescription medications. This is provided as a convenience to students that are seen at Student Health Services and prescribed medications by the health care provider. These medications will be billed to the student account. Due to HIPAA regulations, we are not able to use pharmacy insurance coverage. We do not serve as a free standing pharmacy that outside providers can fax or send prescriptions to. A student can always get a prescription from the provider that sees them and have the prescription at the pharmacy of their choice.

FAQ's

Where is SHS located?
We are in the Kane Student Wellness and Fitness Building which is located to the north side of the Law School, behind Aquinas. 

What are the hours?
We are open Monday through Friday from 8 am-5 pm and Saturday (sick visits only) from 9 am-1 pm. We are closed most University holidays.

How do I make an appointment?
Our phone number is 202-319-5744 or you can register for the patient portal using this link https://catholic.studenthealthportal.com/Account/Logon and use the on line appointment scheduling.

Who are the health care providers?
There is a board certified Family Medicine physician, a Nurse Practitioner and two Physician Assistants on staff.

Can graduate and Law students be seen there?
ALL Catholic University students are eligible to be seen. Undergraduate, graduate, full time, part time, on and off campus. 

I do not have the insurance through the University, can I still be seen?
Yes, we accept most insurance plans.

What is the copay or office visit charge?
Your insurance will be billed for your visit.

Can the providers write prescriptions?
YES!

What can I be seen for?
Student Health Services is staffed by board certified health care professionals. We can see you for anything you would typically go to your primary care provider for, from a head injury all the way down to athlete's foot!

Will my information be shared with anyone?
All visits are TOTALLY confidential. We can only communicate with family members, other providers or other individuals at the University if given your written permission.

Do you have a pharmacy?
We have an on-site pharmacy so we can dispense medications as needed to patients. It is limited and the charges will be billed to your student account.

CUA-Studentmedins@cua.edu

https://humanresources.catholic.edu/studentinsurance/index.html

Medical Insurance is required for all students who are billed for 12 or more credits (domestic) and all international students. Unless a waiver is submitted online prior to the deadline, students will be enrolled. Evidence of alternate coverage must be provided through the online waiver process in order to avoid a charge being placed on your tuition bill. The University does not require that students participate in a particular plan, but another plan must meet certain minimum requirements that differ for domestic and international students. Instructions can be found on the student insurance web page. The fee for the student medical insurance will be placed on the student's tuition bill. The charge will only be removed if they go through the waiver process or they do not fall within the required category as discussed above.

Required students who do not complete the online waiver process will be automatically enrolled in the Catholic University student medical insurance and will be billed accordingly. Domestic students who are billed for a minimum of one credit may voluntarily choose to enroll in the Aetna plan by enrolling here. The charge will be placed on the student's tuition bill.

Students who are covered by an outside plan should make sure to waive enrollment online. Please note that students not enrolled for courses as a Graduate, Undergraduate, or Law School student are not eligible to enroll in the student medical insurance; even if on an approved medical or academic leave. If a student enrolls online, they will be removed from coverage without notification. Students who are approved for a medical or academic leave of absence 31 days after the start of the semester will remain covered under the plan for the policy year.

The Catholic University of America’s student health insurance is underwritten by Aetna Student Health. The plan provides coverage from August 14, 2022 through August 13, 2022. The fee for medical coverage is $3,988.

120 Leahy Hall / 202-319-5111 / TTY 202-319-5736 / publicsafety.catholic.edu

The Department of Public Safety provides comprehensive programs, including security patrol and safety escorts, to maintain a safe and secure campus environment that is conducive to learning, working, living and visiting. A staff of trained professionals, including commissioned special police officers, focuses on crime prevention and investigation, safety education, emergency preparedness, response and recovery. Services are coordinated closely with federal and local law enforcement agencies. Safety education and awareness programs are conducted for students throughout the academic year. The department works closely with other student life services to implement initiatives to support healthy individual and community living and learning.

The Department has the primary responsibility for the personal and property safety program for the campus, but may extend services to Theological College, investment properties and leased facilities as determined and approved by executive management.

Public Safety Customer Service Center

This office is responsible for providing customer service for the Department of Public Safety. Members assigned to the Customer Service Center handle all lost and found property for the University. Often individuals will visit the Customer Service Center to make reports, request information, or seek assistance.

"Safety First, Safety Always" Campaign

At The Catholic University of America, the safety and well being of students, faculty, staff and visitors is the number one priority for the Department of Public Safety. However, the campus is not a sanctuary and like most communities in urban America, crime does not stop at the campus border. Education and awareness are key factors in the ability to maintain the safety of our campus and every individual should take an active role to ensure his or her own safety. The administration is committed, to creating the safest possible environment for the Catholic University community.

Frequently Occurring Crimes on Campus

Opportunity theft is the most frequently occurring crime on campus and yet the most preventable. Crimes of opportunity occur as a direct result of property being left unsecured and unattended. Regular meetings are held to advise members of the campus community about the problem of opportunity theft. At these meetings, public safety personnel provide instructions on protecting personal property and steps to take in the event that they are victimized. The Campus Watch Program plays a major role in addressing opportunity theft. Faculty, staff and students participate as watch captains. Watch captains are located in every residence hall and administrative building on campus. Crime alerts and safety information are transmitted to watch captains, who then disseminate the information to individuals in their area.

Campus Crime Statistics

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (The Clery Act) is a federal law that requires colleges and universities to disclose certain timely and annual information about campus crime and security policies. This information can be found in The Catholic University of America, Department of Public Safety Annual Report. The Annual Report is available on the DPS Website, or a hard copy can be obtained at Leahy Hall, room 121.

Department of Public Safety Services

• Security / Personal Safety Meetings
• Rape Aggression Defense System
• Criminal Investigations
• Campus Watch Program
• Crime Alerts
• Emergency Telephones
• Public Safety Customer Service Center
• Lost and Found

Safety Awareness

• Never take your personal safety for granted.
• Never prop open exterior doors of residence halls and buildings.
• Lock room doors, offices and other student and employee workspaces when leaving for a short period.
• Carry keys and your Catholic University identification card at all times and never lend them to anyone.
• Use the university shuttle, loop bus and escort service during evening hours and particularly when traveling alone.
• Park your vehicle in a well-lit area and keep locked at all times.
• Never leave valuables in plan view inside a vehicle.
• Report suspicious persons and activities immediately to the Department of Public Safety by calling 202 319-5111 or by using the emergency telephone system.
• Never leave keys and other valuables visible in rooms, offices, labs and study areas.
• Never remain alone in isolated or unoccupied areas, including classrooms, libraries and other buildings. When such use is required, special arrangements must be made with the Department of Public Safety.

The Catholic University of America maintains an emergency response plan designed to address the issues of preparation, response and recovery for all emergencies. During university emergencies the Department of Public Safety provides for the safety of students, staff, faculty and visitors and the security of property. Emergency Support Functions (ESFs) have been identified to accomplish the mission of handling emergencies in a manner consistent with the District Response Plan (DRP). The department manages and coordinates law enforcement activities and provides personnel, equipment, and security in support of the university ESFs. Each ESF is managed by a professional level staff member. Mitigation, preparedness and training are ongoing activities.

Emergency Preparedness

Additional resources may be found at:
-Safety First
-Department of Public Safety

University Emergency Plan

The university maintains an updated emergency preparedness and response plan that identifies potential emergency scenarios and establishes trained personnel, systems, processes, policies, procedures and alternative facilities to effectively respond to and recover from an emergency. An interdisciplinary team of professionals monitors and updates the action and response plan, in collaboration with local and federal organizations and other institutions. In the event of an emergency, proper and timely action is taken to protect the health and welfare of all members of the campus community and guests and to protect against threats or actions that could undermine the safety of persons or property. Appropriate updates regarding a significant emergency situation are made available to the campus community and parents via the University Website.

Questions about this policy or about the University's emergency preparedness, response and recovery initiatives and duties should be directed to the Associate Vice President for Public Safety and Emergency Management, or the Associate Director of Public Safety, at tel. (202) 319-5111. Questions regarding environmental health and safety, including fire safety, should be directed to the Senior Director of Environmental Health and Safety and Risk Management, at tel. (202) 319-5789. Please visit https://health.catholic.edu/ to learn how we are keeping our community safe in the midst of COVID-19.

Student Accounts and Payment Plans

For additional information about student account services, visit the website of the Office of Enrollment Services at enrollmentservices.cua.edu. The Office of Enrollment Services can also be contacted via telephone at 202-319-5300 (toll free at 1-800-787-0242) or via email at cua-enrollmentservices@cua.edu.

Statement of Financial Responsibility

All students are required to read and agree to the university's Statement of Financial Responsibility. Students will be prompted to complete this requirement in Cardinal Station before registering for courses for their first semester. The Statement of Financial Responsibility can be accessed via the Student Account tile in Cardinal Students.

Student Accounts and Due Dates

Students are billed tuition and other fees on a term-by-term basis. Tuition and fee charges for each
semester will begin to appear on accounts on the following dates:

Fall - June 15
Spring - November 15
Summer - April 15

Beginning on the above dates, statements for each term can be generated on-demand in Cardinal
Pay via the Account Activity tab. Cardinal Pay can be accessed via the Student Account tile in
Cardinal Students. Keep in mind that account balances may change throughout the term as
payments and/or additional charges are assessed to accounts. Email notification is sent on the 1st
of each month to students with an outstanding balance.

Charges are due in full at the start of each semester except for amounts budgeted to be paid
through the optional monthly payment plan (see below section). Student accounts with unpaid
balances are subject to registration and transcript holds, late fees, and interest charges.

Cardinal Pay

Cardinal Pay is the university’s billing and payment platform and can be accessed via the Student
Account tile in Cardinal Students.

Students who wish to grant account access to other individuals may do so by setting them up as
Authorized Users in Cardinal Pay. Instructions for setting up Authorized Users can be found here.

Students and Authorized Users can use Cardinal Pay to generate statements-on-demand, make
payments, and enroll in direct deposit for student account refunds. Monthly payment plan options
are also available in Cardinal Pay.

Statements-on-demand: Statements for each term can be generated via the link on the Account
Activity tab.
Payments: Electronic payments (e-check and credit/debit card) can be submitted via the Make
Payment tab. There is no charge for payment by e-check. There is a  small service fee charged on credit or debit card transactions.
Direct Deposit: Students anticipating a student account refund should enroll in direct deposit via the
eRefunds tab. Authorized Users anticipating a parent PLUS refund may do the same via their
Cardinal Pay account.
Payment Plans: Payment Plan options for each term are available via the Payment Plans tab.

The university does not mail or email statements; however, on the 1st of each month students with
an outstanding balance will receive an email notification, as will any Authorized Users on their
account.

Account statements can be are generated electronically and are available for viewing by students
and Authorized Payers in Cardinal Pay. The Cardinal Pay website also allows students and
Authorized Payers to make online payments via e-check or credit/debit card (MasterCard, Visa,
American Express, and Discover). There is a  small service fee charged on credit or debit card transactions.

Payment Plans

Catholic University offers a monthly payment option to students who are unable to pay their out-of-
pocket balance in full at the start of the semester.  Students who are enrolled in a payment plan
sufficient to cover their out-of-pocket balance are exempted from financial penalties and account
holds.  The only charge for the plan is a $40 service fee paid at the time of enrollment.  

Payment plans enrollment is available in Cardinal Pay which can be accessed via the Student
Account tile in Cardinal Students.   After the add/drop period has concluded each semester,
payment plans will automatically rebalance to ensure that all remaining scheduled monthly payments
will fully cover the actual balance due.

Refund of Charges

Refund Policy

The Refund of Student Charges policy can be found here: http://policies.cua.edu/enrollment/refund/RefundStudentCharges.cfm

Refunds are based on total charges billed, not on payments made. Application fees and registration deposits are non-refundable.

Withdrawals

A complete withdrawal from the University may impact a student's financial aid. Students are encouraged to consult the Financial Aid website prior to initiating the withdrawal process.

Tuition Refund Plan

Given the substantial financial commitment that students and their families make to pay for an education at CUA, the University offers a voluntary insurance program designed to protect that investment should a student need to withdraw from the University for medical reasons. For more information, visit http://enrollmentservices.cua.edu/Student-Financial-Information/Refunds.cfm.

Office of Student Financial Assistance
Father O'Connell Hall, M300
(local) 202-319-5307 / (toll-free) 888-635-7788 / (fax) 202-319-5573
financial-aid@cua.edu

Visit financial-aid.catholic.edu/index.html for the latest updates and information regarding financial aid.

Things to know about finances at Catholic University

• The Office of Student Financial Aid can help you obtain Federal Direct Loans, Graduate Plus Loans, as well as Private Commercial Loans.
• Graduate scholarships, teaching assistantships, and stipend decisions are made by the graduate school in which you are enrolled.
• Graduate scholarships, teaching assistantships, and stipends will appear in Cardinal Station when the Office of Student Financial Assistance has been notified by your Graduate School.

Financial Aid and Tuition Bill

• Awards must be accepted or declined online in Cardinal Students.
  Directions for accepting aid can be found at https://financial-aid.catholic.edu/faq/acceptingaid.html
• Funds from Catholic University scholarships and grants are credited to the student's account at the beginning of the fall, spring, or summer semester.
• The Office of Student Financial Assistance should be notified as soon as possible of any reductions a student wishes to make to loan amounts.
• Refunds for students with federal student aid credit balances are processed within 14 days of date the credit balance was created, per federal regulation. Additional refund information can be found at Enrollment Services.

Application Process for Federal Financial Aid

• In order to apply for need-based aid and or loan, we strongly suggest that students submit the application electronically at https://studentaid.gov. The Catholic University of America's Federal Title IV School Code is 001437. You can add Catholic University's Title IV code to your current FAFSA at https://studentaid.gov. Please contact your respective departments regarding merit-based aid/funding.
• When Financial Aid receives your FAFSA, your aid eligibility will be packaged and appear in Cardinal Station.
• We make enrollment assumptions based on your program of study.  If you enroll in less than 4 credits, you are ineligible for federal loans. If you enroll in less than 9 credits, your loan may need to be adjusted for part-time enrollment status.  Please consult the office for more information.
• An award letter will be mailed to the home address we have on file for you. You are responsible for making sure your address is correct.

How Loans Are Credited to Your Account

• Federal Direct Loan funds are transferred electronically to your Catholic University account.
• Most commercial loans are completed electronically. However, if you have a Commercial Loan that utilizes paper check, you must visit the Enrollment Services and endorse the check from your lender.

Federal Direct Loans

• Students who accept Federal Direct Loans must complete a Master Promissory Note, commonly referred to as MPN, along with Loan Entrance Counseling. Comprehensive instructions on how to start the Federal Direct Loan process and complete the required Loan Agreement also referred to as a Master Promissory Note (https://studentaid.gov/h/complete-aid-process) and Entrance Counseling are available at Catholic University's Financial Aid Page: https://financial-aid.catholic.edu/index.html and can be completed at https://studentaid.gov/h/complete-aid-process
• Scroll to "Steps to Obtain a Federal Direct (Subsidized or Unsubsidized) Loan at Catholic University."
• Federal Graduate PLUS Loans may be available. See http://financialaid.cua.edu/federal-direct-graduate-plus-loan.cfm for more information.

Work-Study

Work-study is not automatically awarded to graduate students.

• If you are interested in a work study position contact Office of Student Financial Assistance for a determination of eligibility.
• Work-study is based on the financial information on your FAFSA.
• Work-study funds are paid directly to the student through work-study employment. They are never applied to the student's bill.
• Graduates can work on campus or in the community service programs DC Reads or Jumpstart.
• Any available jobs are listed in the Center for Academic and Career Success in 120 Garvey Hall and on the Career Services Website.

Directions to the Catholic University campus are available on the University's Map and Directions page. The page also includes a Campus Map and a Virtual Tour of campus.

Parking

Students who would like to park on campus should purchase a parking permit from the Office of Transportation and Parking Services upon their arrival to campus. Distribution hours and the location for parking permits are the same as those noted for the Cardinal Card.

School of Architecture and Planning
Cate Sullivan
Advising and Registration for Undergraduate and Graduate Students & Graduate Recruitment and Admissions
sullivac@cua.edu

School of Arts and Sciences
Stavroula Angelopoulos
Coordinator of Graduate Services
angelopoulos@cua.edu

Busch School of Business
Collin Kourtz
Assistant Program Director
kourtz@cua.edu

School of Canon Law
Grace-Ann Lewis 
Assistant Dean
lewisgl@cua.edu

School of Engineering 
Hang Liu, Ph.D.  
Associate Dean for Graduate Programs
liuh@cua.edu

School of Music, Drama and Art
Patrick Tuite, Ph.D. 
Associate Dean for Graduate Studies and Productions
tuite@cua.edu 

School of Philosophy
Maureen Boyle
Assistant to the Dean 
boyleml@cua.edu 

Metropolitan School of Professional Studies 
Twila Lindsay
Assistant Dean
lindsayt@cua.edu

National Catholic School of Social Service
Roslynn Scott Adams, P.h.D
M.S.W. Program Chair 
scottr@cua.edu

School of Theology and Religious Studies
Mrs. Tania Valencia-Hernandez 
Director of Student Services 
valencit@cua.edu 

Graduate Studies

• Office of the Vice Provost and Dean of Graduate Studies

Academic Schools

• School of Architecture and Planning
• School of Arts and Sciences
• Busch School of Business and Economics
• School of Canon Law
• School of Engineering
• Columbus School of Law
• Benjamin T. Rome School of Music, Drama, and Art
• Conway School of Nursing
• School of Philosophy
• Metropolitan School of Professional Studies
• National Catholic School of Social Service
• School of Theology and Religious Studies

CUA Links

• Cardinal Card
• Cardinal Station
• Code of Student Conduct
• Dean of Students
• Enrollment Services
• Housing Services
• Immunization Requirements
• Intercultural Programs
• Library Consultations and Workshops
• Parking Permits
• Student Conduct and Ethical Development
• Student Medical Insurance
• Technology Services
• Tuition Management Systems
• Tuition Refund Plan, A. W. G. Dewar Company
• University Policies and Procedures

DC Links

• The Library of Congress
• Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Authority
• The Washington Post