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ACCEPTANCE RATE

85.36%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

98%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

7:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

22

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$23,597

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Music Degree

The music program at Catholic University of America prepares students to become a performing musician, music educator, composer, theorist, musicologist, or a professional in another musical field. The program focuses on learning to play music as well as music history, theory, and composition. Program courses include: performance, music history and literature, composition, music theory, arts management, and conducting. Get more details below including other District Of Columbia colleges that offer music degrees.

The Music program at Catholic University of America is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation since 1953.

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Catholic University of America

4400 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC

Catholic University of America provides a variety of program options for students to aid them in their growth and development. The school is located in Washington, District Of Columbia and operated as a private institution. The school maintains a Roman Catholic affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Over 7,000 students enroll at CUA yearly.

Students may choose from several areas of study, including:

  • Legal Professions And Studies
  • Public Administration And Social Services
  • Social Sciences
  • Architecture

Students applying for admission are generally asked to submit an application, transcripts, test scores and any requested application essays, which will then be reviewed by the school. The most common standardized test scores among students admitted to CUA are in the range of 22 - 27 on the ACT, or 1000 - 1220 on the SAT. 87% of those students that apply are admitted to this school, of which 18% choose to enroll. More information on admissions can be found at admissions.cua.edu.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is close to $39,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and therefore students should visit the school's price of attendance calculator to identify their personalized cost estimate of attendance. Housing is available for students, and generally costs approximately $9,500 for the year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the necessary requirements by way of grants or student loans.

Catholic University of America has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NCAA. Athletic programs available may include but not limited to:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division III)
  • Field Hockey (NCAA Division III)

Students who would like to learn more about this school can check out their website at https://www.catholic.edu/admission/undergraduate/index.html.

Students Enrolled in the Music Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Catholic University of America has offered the following academic levels for students:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Master's Degree
  • Doctorate Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

 Graduates
Bachelor's Degree4
Master's Degree3
Doctorate Degree1

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male2
Female6

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
White7
Non Resident Alien1

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Music program at Catholic University of America, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education

Description

Teach students in one or more subjects, such as English, mathematics, or social studies at the secondary level in public or private schools. May be designated according to subject matter specialty.

Singers

Description

Sing songs on stage, radio, television, or motion pictures.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, singers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 3.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

    • Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV Metropolitan Division
      • Total Employment: 710
      • Average Hourly Rate: $27.94

    Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

    Admission Requirements & Details

    The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Catholic University of America accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

    College Credits Accepted

    • AP Course Credits
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    Academics & Student Services

    Student Services

    To support students and graduates, Catholic University of America may provide student services like:

    • Distance learning
    • Remedial courses
    • Career path counseling
    • Work study style employment
    • Helping students find work after graduation

    Intercollegiate Athletics

    Catholic University of America is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports being in the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

    • Baseball (Landmark Conference)
    • Basketball (Landmark Conference)
    • Track and Field (Landmark Conference)
    • Field Hockey
    • Football (New England Womens & Mens Athletic Conference)
    • Golf
    • Lacrosse
    • Rowing
    • Soccer
    • Softball
    • Swimming and Diving
    • Tennis
    • Volleyball