CUA offers a great deal of very challenging courses, especially on the Honors level (the Honors Program is fantastic, so apply for it if you can!) The teachers I have had at CUA are absolutely brilliant, and they enjoy sharing what they know with students. CUA wants students to experience a great breadth and depth of knowledge, so there are always lectures to attend and performances by the music and drama departments - there's always an opportunity to learn.
Do you enjoy the experience at your school?
There's little to complain about at CUA. Sure, we all have our occasional gripes (the only ones I can recall are that the Student Restaurant is too small, and that residence halls are becoming single-sex), but CUA is such a fantastic place. The students and faculty are welcoming and kind; the campus has its own Metro stop (super-convenient for going to museums, shows, monument-hopping), and it's next to the largest church in the Western hemisphere (you can even live next to it.) The combination of accessibility to one of the most vibrant U.S. cities and the strong sense of community makes CUA one of the most enjoyable places in all of Washington, D.C.
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
College isn't cheap these days - it is difficult to reconcile the cost of a college education with the current economic climate. However, CUA offers a lot for the amount they charge, which is actually less than other private colleges. Many of the residence halls have been refurbished in the past few years, and the fitness centers are fantastic. There are also a great deal of technological advancements for the classrooms, which makes it easier for teachers and students to engage with their academic subjects. I would suggest looking into the school's scholarships, which greatly reduce costs, but overall, the school delivers with great academic programs and residence life.
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
Take advantage of overnight opportunities as well as the chance to sit in on a lecture - it'll give you a glimpse of what you can expect academically and socially, and you'll get to meet students who have at least a little bit of university life under their belts.
Visit the Basilica - seriously, the largest Catholic church in the Western hemisphere. Even if you aren't Catholic, there's a lot of beautiful art and architecture to be seen.
Also, don't be afraid if you're not Catholic - a lot of the student body isn't, and nobody is going to force you to believe something you don't.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
- those interested in politics, international studies, and history - the nation's capital is a good location
- drama students - the CUA drama department is renowned for its work
- students interested in social work or service-related careers, especially with a Catholic perspective
CUA offers a great deal of very challenging courses, especially on the Honors level (the Honors Program is fantastic, so apply for it if you can!) The teachers I have had at CUA are absolutely brilliant, and they enjoy sharing what they know with students. CUA wants students to experience a great breadth and depth of knowledge, so there are always lectures to attend and performances by the music and drama departments - there's always an opportunity to learn.
There's little to complain about at CUA. Sure, we all have our occasional gripes (the only ones I can recall are that the Student Restaurant is too small, and that residence halls are becoming single-sex), but CUA is such a fantastic place. The students and faculty are welcoming and kind; the campus has its own Metro stop (super-convenient for going to museums, shows, monument-hopping), and it's next to the largest church in the Western hemisphere (you can even live next to it.) The combination of accessibility to one of the most vibrant U.S. cities and the strong sense of community makes CUA one of the most enjoyable places in all of Washington, D.C.
College isn't cheap these days - it is difficult to reconcile the cost of a college education with the current economic climate. However, CUA offers a lot for the amount they charge, which is actually less than other private colleges. Many of the residence halls have been refurbished in the past few years, and the fitness centers are fantastic. There are also a great deal of technological advancements for the classrooms, which makes it easier for teachers and students to engage with their academic subjects. I would suggest looking into the school's scholarships, which greatly reduce costs, but overall, the school delivers with great academic programs and residence life.
Take advantage of overnight opportunities as well as the chance to sit in on a lecture - it'll give you a glimpse of what you can expect academically and socially, and you'll get to meet students who have at least a little bit of university life under their belts. Visit the Basilica - seriously, the largest Catholic church in the Western hemisphere. Even if you aren't Catholic, there's a lot of beautiful art and architecture to be seen. Also, don't be afraid if you're not Catholic - a lot of the student body isn't, and nobody is going to force you to believe something you don't.
- those interested in politics, international studies, and history - the nation's capital is a good location - drama students - the CUA drama department is renowned for its work - students interested in social work or service-related careers, especially with a Catholic perspective