Catholic University of America

Washington, DC

CUA says that it "seeks the advancement of knowledge within a context of liberal studies, a context which reflects both its concern for the whole person and the distinctive wisdom to which it is heir as a Catholic institution." [Source]

General Education Requirements

  • 1. Composition

    YES

  • 2. Literature

    NO

    See Note

    No credit given for Literature because the "Literature" requirement may be satisfied by courses in creative writing and film studies.

  • 3. Foreign Language

    YES

  • 4. U.S. Government or History

    NO

  • 5. Economics

    NO

  • 6. Mathematics

    YES

  • 7. Science

    NO

    See Note

    No credit given for Natural or Physical Science because the "Mathematics/Natural Science" requirement may be satisfied by courses in math and computer science.

  • Additional Information

    Catholic University should be noted for its "First Year Experience" program, which features common courses in philosophy, theology, and writing.

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