The Catholic University of America is in a vibrant international metropolis that offers everything. It is a warm and inviting environment that cares deeply about the intellectual, emotional, spiritual,and physical well-being of each student. The student will have a lot of fun and interesting activities while being challenged to excel-I can't recommend the experience enough!
Do you have any tips for prospective students?
You might hear things because it is 'strict' or it is 'Catholic'. I encourage you to keep an open mind. They do have a moral and ethical code and you are expected to behave as moral people. However, no one forces any religion down your throat. The students are so happy here. If you follow simple guidlines, you will enjoy a happy and vibrant campus life.
Do you find there’s enough academic rigor at your school?
They don't let you off the hook, but it is NOT boring. They rather not stick strictly to books and they like to learn by doing. Not a lot of big lecture halls and not a bunch of TAs.
Describe the dorm life at your college.
Good rooms, good activities, safe environment, and good communication.
Describe the food and dining at your college.
The Pryz could be better, but it could be a lot worse! :-) If you really have had it, you could always go into D.C. If you can't find something there, then you are to blame! :-)
What’s there to do for fun at your college?
There are campus sporting events, intramurals, concerts, lectures, movies; you could always go into D.C. If you can't find something there, then you are to blame! :-)
Do you feel you’re getting value for the money you’re spending on college?
Let's face it, college is expensive. I am so happy here and I am learning a lot. I grew so much in my reasoning and my maturity in just one semester. And I didn't even know it was happening. My parents pointed it out to me. I was just learing and having fun - yes it was work, too, but it was fun, as well. Well worth the money.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus
Nothing really unusual; just the Sunday night Mass at St. Vincent dePaul Chapel is really popular. I like the Mass at Caldwell hall. Campus ministry is really great - but you don't have to go, if that is not your thing. The Edward Pryzbyla Student Center ('the Pryz') is the nerve center of campus life.
Which types of students will excel at your college?
More quiet, more serious, fun-loving but not really on the wild side, religious, certainly respectful of people, institutions, happy people, those who are suburban or who would thrive in a big city, those who thrive on riding a subway, those who would like diversity, different experiences and cultures.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Really lots of clubs, and a good number of ones that are Catholic-based as well. Also, a good number of politically-based ones, being in D.C. And if you can't find one you like, if you get enough members, you could start one; get details from the Student Life office.
Are you involved in any clubs or activities?
Really almost nonexistent. I really cannot speak much to it.
How would you describe campus safety? Do you feel safe on campus?
D.C. is not the safest city in the world, but Northeast is fairly safe and CUA campus is very safe.
The Catholic University of America is in a vibrant international metropolis that offers everything. It is a warm and inviting environment that cares deeply about the intellectual, emotional, spiritual,and physical well-being of each student. The student will have a lot of fun and interesting activities while being challenged to excel-I can't recommend the experience enough!
You might hear things because it is 'strict' or it is 'Catholic'. I encourage you to keep an open mind. They do have a moral and ethical code and you are expected to behave as moral people. However, no one forces any religion down your throat. The students are so happy here. If you follow simple guidlines, you will enjoy a happy and vibrant campus life.
They don't let you off the hook, but it is NOT boring. They rather not stick strictly to books and they like to learn by doing. Not a lot of big lecture halls and not a bunch of TAs.
Good rooms, good activities, safe environment, and good communication.
The Pryz could be better, but it could be a lot worse! :-) If you really have had it, you could always go into D.C. If you can't find something there, then you are to blame! :-)
There are campus sporting events, intramurals, concerts, lectures, movies; you could always go into D.C. If you can't find something there, then you are to blame! :-)
Let's face it, college is expensive. I am so happy here and I am learning a lot. I grew so much in my reasoning and my maturity in just one semester. And I didn't even know it was happening. My parents pointed it out to me. I was just learing and having fun - yes it was work, too, but it was fun, as well. Well worth the money.
Nothing really unusual; just the Sunday night Mass at St. Vincent dePaul Chapel is really popular. I like the Mass at Caldwell hall. Campus ministry is really great - but you don't have to go, if that is not your thing. The Edward Pryzbyla Student Center ('the Pryz') is the nerve center of campus life.
More quiet, more serious, fun-loving but not really on the wild side, religious, certainly respectful of people, institutions, happy people, those who are suburban or who would thrive in a big city, those who thrive on riding a subway, those who would like diversity, different experiences and cultures.
Really lots of clubs, and a good number of ones that are Catholic-based as well. Also, a good number of politically-based ones, being in D.C. And if you can't find one you like, if you get enough members, you could start one; get details from the Student Life office.
Really almost nonexistent. I really cannot speak much to it.
D.C. is not the safest city in the world, but Northeast is fairly safe and CUA campus is very safe.