APPLICATION
PROCESS
International
students at CUA must have successfully completed a university
preparatory course of study at a secondary school (a minimum
of 12 years of primary and secondary school training comprising
the equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma).
Upon
receipt of your completed application and required admission
materials, your credentials are reviewed by the Committee
on Admissions composed of deans and faculty representatives
of each undergraduate school, the Dean of Enrollment Management,
and admissions staff members.
The
Catholic University of America is committed to the belief
that "with respect to the fundamental rights of the person,
every type of discrimination, whether social or cultural,
whether based on sex, race, color, social condition, language
or religion, is to be overcome and eradicated as contrary
to God's intent." Accordingly, it is the policy of the university
to comply fully with provisions of federal and local laws
and regulations, where applicable, which prohibit discrimination
on the basis of criteria specified in those laws and regulations
in educational programs and activities, including admission
thereto, and in employment.
Use
the links below to read more about the process and gather
information that will help you with the application requirements.
For complete detailed information about your application process,
we recommend you read the International
Student Guide (PDF file).
Get
started on your application by applying today!
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How to submit an International Application
for Admission
International Students Confirmation of Financial
Support Form
Completing a Secondary School Report
The S.A.T and A.C.T Requirements
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL)
Transcripts and Documents
Documents
Visa Requirements
Contact CUA Admissions
International
Application for Admission
Every International applicant needs to return a completed
international application with the $55 nonrefundable application
fee. Payment must be in the form of a check or money order
payable in U.S. currency to The Catholic University of America.
International
Students Confirmation of Financial Support
In order to be issued visa documentation, which is needed
to apply for a student visa at a U.S. consulate and to maintain
student status once in the United States, applicants must
provide written proof that they have adequate funds to meet
the expenses incurred while studying in the United States
. Confirmation of Financial Support should be provided in
one of the following ways:
Secondary
School Report
International candidates are asked to have their secondary
school or high school guidance counselor complete the Secondary
School Report. If your school does not have a guidance counselor
another school official who knows you and your academic work
well, may complete the form. This form allows the guidance
counselor/school official to evaluate your involvement, motivation
and potential as a student. This information adds an important
dimension to your credentials. Additional recommendations
may be included in your application in an open letter format.
Click
here to download a Secondary School Report.
Scholastic
Aptitude Test (SAT)/American College Test (ACT)
In order to apply to CUA, you must take and submit your scores
from the Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT I) offered by the College
Board or the American College Test. You should have your test
results sent directly to The Catholic University of America.
More information about these tests and locations can be located
at:
SAT
I Educational Testing Service
P.O. Box 6200
Princeton, NJ 08541 USA
(201) 822-5900
E-mail: sat@ets.org
www.ets.org
SAT Code Number - 5104
ACT
P.O. Box 414
Iowa City, IA
(319) 337-127
www.act.org
ACT Code - 0654
The
Test of English as a Foreign Language
No single factor in the consideration will be more important
than your ability to read, write, speak and understand the
English language. All international candidates are required
to take the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL).
Course work at The Catholic University of America requires
university-level English language proficiency and skills.
The Catholic University of America, therefore, requires all
applicants whose native language is not English to take the
TOEFL before they can be considered for final admissions decision.
You should have your test results sent directly to The Catholic
University of America. More information about the TOEFL exam
can be located at:
TOEFL
Educational Testing Service
P.O. Box 6155
Princeton, NJ 08541 USA
609-771-7100
E-mail: toefl@ets.org
www.ets.org/toefl
TOEFL Code Number -5104
Official/Attested
Copy of Transcripts
Arrange to have your secondary school, high school or college
send the required educational documents directly to The Catholic
University of America. The University requires official records
of educational study leading to the earned degree(s) or certificate(s).
Transcripts of previous academic training should show courses
taken, grades obtained, and proof of graduation. All official/attested
transcripts must have an original seal or stamp from the issuing
institution. All transcripts must be translated into English
and evaluated before they will be reviewed. One of several
services that does this is World Education Services (wes.org)
Documents
Photocopied or faxed documents that are not certified will
not be accepted. If the institution you attended is unable
to reissue an official transcript, you may submit a copy of
the original transcript in your possession. However, the copy
must be certified by a notary to be an accurate copy of the
original. Catholic University requires transcripts be written
in the official language of the school. If this language is
not English, the documents must be accompanied by a certified
English translation.
Visa
Requirements
A visa is a permit placed in your passport by a U.S. Embassy
or Consulate official that gives you permission to travel
to the United States. There are many different categories
of visas. The visa given to you is determined by the purpose
of your trip to the U.S. Each visa category has a set of U.S.
Immigration and Naturalization Service regulations that govern
the activities you may engage in while in the United States.
The length of time required to obtain a visa and the method
of applying vary at each U.S. Embassy or Consulate. Check
with the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate for information
on the process currently in effect. If you pursue a degree
at CUA, it is likely that you will need a Student Visa F-1/.
This
requires that you:
1. Declare a program of study and make progress toward completion
of that program each semester.
2. Attempt and complete at least 12 credits each semester
in your program and complete two semesters each year.
3. Maintain satisfactory academic progress.
4. Keep the University advised of your U.S. address.
Contact
the CUA Admissions Office
Phone:
202-319-5305
Toll-Free: 1-800-673-2772
Fax: 202-319-6533
Email: cua-admissions@cua.edu
