The Catholic University of America is a private university. Founded in 1887 by the U.S. Catholic bishops, it is the national university of the Catholic Church in the United States. Located in Washington, D.C., it operates independently and receives no direct funding from the government. As a private institution, it relies on tuition, donations, and endowments for financial support. The university offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs, emphasizing Catholic values and intellectual tradition in its curriculum.
