Tuition fees, net price and ROI
The Catholic University of America Tuition Fees, Net Price and ROI Calculator
Focused cost page for The Catholic University of America covering in-state tuition, out-of-state tuition, net price by income, debt payback by major, financial aid, salary and ROI.
View Full School ProfileIn-state tuition
$55,834
Out-of-state tuition
$55,834
Average net price
$32,798
Last updated August 2, 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS.
The Catholic University of America Tuition Fees and 4-Year Cost
Use this focused cost summary to compare published tuition with estimated attendance cost and average net price after aid. Final bills can change by residency, housing, aid eligibility, program fees and enrollment level.
Cost per year
$73,198
4-year attendance
$292,792
4-year tuition
$223,336
4-year net price
$131,192
The Catholic University of America Net Price by Family Income
College Scorecard income-bracket net price data shows how average cost changes after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.
| Family income | Avg net price | Savings vs sticker | Monthly view | Estimator |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $0–$30,000 | $22,216 | $50,982 | $1,851/mo | |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $19,709 | $53,489 | $1,642/mo | |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $25,667 | $47,531 | $2,139/mo | |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $31,131 | $42,067 | $2,594/mo | |
| Over $110,000 | $39,898 | $33,300 | $3,325/mo |
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Major-level ROI
The Catholic University of America Debt Payback by Major and Program Salary
Debt payback estimates divide median completer debt by 10% of reported program earnings, then convert the result to months. This gives a directional debt-to-earnings view by program.
| Major / program | Credential | Program salary | Debt payback |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's Degree | $71,927 | ~43 months |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Master's Degree | $70,993 | ~44 months |
| Mechanical Engineering | Bachelor's Degree | $66,697 | ~47 months |
| Law | First Professional Degree | $62,128 | ~50 months |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | Bachelor's Degree | $57,624 | ~54 months |
| Theology and Religious Vocations, Other | Master's Degree | $55,582 | ~56 months |
| Philosophy | Bachelor's Degree | $53,098 | ~59 months |
| Finance and Financial Management Services | Bachelor's Degree | $51,938 | ~60 months |
| Marketing | Bachelor's Degree | $51,568 | ~61 months |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | Master's Degree | $47,299 | ~66 months |
| Architecture | Bachelor's Degree | $46,662 | ~67 months |
| Political Science and Government | Bachelor's Degree | $41,721 | ~75 months |
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The Catholic University of America ROI and Debt Payback Simulator
Your Estimate
- 4-year net cost
- Debt payback using 10% salary
- Debt-to-salary ratio
The Catholic University of America Aid, Debt and Loan Cost Signals
Pell grant rate
16.74%
Federal loan rate
48.46%
Median completer debt
$26,000
Median monthly payment
$276