At The Catholic University of America, you'll learn that living a well-lived life means more than simply mastering a skill or landing a great job. While we will help you in those areas, our higher goal is to assist you in discovering your true vocation — your "calling."

Discover your gifts and put them to work at The Catholic University of America in one of more than 130 undergraduate programs, rooted in the liberal arts and the Catholic intellectual tradition. We are here to help you identify your passion, choose a major, and help you take advantage of the myriad of academic opportunities available to you — such as courses taught by Catholic University's world-class research faculty, undergraduate research opportunities, real-world internships, and education abroad experiences.

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    Program Finder

    At Catholic University, you can turn your passions into a profession. Use our Program Finder to explore more than 130 undergraduate programs — all rooted in a strong liberal arts foundation — and discover your calling.

    Find Your Program
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    Minors and Certificate Programs

    Undergraduate students can choose from more than 60 minors and certificate programs as a way of broadening their education beyond their chosen major.

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    Honors Program

    A challenging and inspiring liberal arts program for motivated students with outstanding academic promise.

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    Research Opportunities

    The Catholic University of America’s emphasis on original research creates opportunities for you to participate in cutting-edge research projects in every program of study.

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    First-Year Experience

    All undergraduates participate in the First-Year Experience, an introduction to the life of the mind through coursework and activities rooted in the liberal arts and the Catholic intellectual tradition.

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    Study Abroad

    You can study almost anywhere in the world through our Education Abroad program. Every year, more than 350 Catholic University students travel abroad to participate in educational programs on six continents. One of the most popular destinations is Catholic University's new Rome Center.

    See Our Study Abroad Options
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    Dual Enrollment Program

    This program enables high school seniors (Class of 2021) who are currently homeschooled to enroll in college courses and to earn Catholic University credits before the official start of their undergraduate studies.

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    Rankings and Recognitions

    Innovative programs and a beautiful, green campus are just the beginning of Catholic University's national leadership, as reflected in an array of rankings, recognitions, and other honors.

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    Internships

    At Catholic University, we do all we can to help our graduates chase their dreams. Our location in Washington, D.C., means students have access to internships in every field imaginable.

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