Frequently Asked Questions
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Categories of Frequently Asked Questions
What is Session DD?Session DD stands for Dynamically Dated course. These are special scheduled classes that have start and end dates that do not conform to our structured 15, 16, 25, and 26 sessions. Academic calendar deadlines are calculated for each dynamically dated session class. If you are enrolled in a DD class, you can view Cardinal Station by selecting the Academic Calendar icon ( Application Procedures |
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I am a CUA student. Do I need to fill out an application? What is my registration appointment time? |
No. Once you select your courses, register online at http://cardinalstation.cua.edu. The summer term code is 1135. As a CUA student you are responsible for meeting with your academic dean or adviser prior to registering. Since we have an open enrollment policy during the summer, there are no registration appointment times. All CUA and matriculated non-CUA students may register starting March 15th. |
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Can visiting non-CUA students take CUA classes? |
Yes. Enrollment is open to undergraduate and graduate students in good academic standing at other colleges and universities. |
| Will my Summer Sessions class credits transfer to my home school if I am not a CUA student? |
Yes. You are urged to obtain the written permission of your dean or academic adviser to ensure that the credits earned at The Catholic University of America may be transferred as you intended. |
| Is there an application process? | Yes. Click here to fill out our online application. |
| Is there a deadline for applying? | No. We have an open enrollment policy. |
| Is there an application fee for Summer Sessions, and how can I pay? | Yes. There is a required nonrefundable application fee. You can pay online by clicking here or mail in your payment to the address at the bottom of the page. Payment must be made with submission of the application. |
| How can I pay for my application fee? | Application fee payments can be made securely online by using the credit card payment form, personal check or by wire transfer made out to The Catholic University of America. |
| Do I need to submit a transcript with my application? | Submit a transcript or a signed letter of good standing from your home university. Visiting students must submit the application form and all required information. |
| What are the requirements for International Students? | International students would follow the admissions, registration and payment guidelines set for visiting non-CUA students. In addition, international students must submit TOEFL scores of 550 or higher. |
Course Selection and Transferring |
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What courses are you offering this summer? |
We are glad you asked! You can expect to find a wide variety of classes. Anthropology;Architecture and Planning;Art; Biology; Business and Economics; Canon Law; Chemistry; Drama; Education; Engineering; English; Library & Information Science; Mathematics; Media Studies; Modern Languages; Music; Nursing; Philosophy; Physics; Psychology; Social Entrepreneurship; Social Service; Sociology and Theology and Religious Studies.
Catholic University enjoys a distinquished history and has filled an important niche:
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| How many summer courses can I take? | Generally, a student may register for seven credits in a six-week session and for six credits in a five-week session, however consult the dean of your school if you want to oversubscribe. |
| How do I add, drop or change my courses? | Students may add or drop a course by published deadlines of a given session using the Cardinal Station system on the Web at http://enrollmentservices.cua.edu/res/ docs/AddDropClasses.pdf. You must drop the course via Cardinal Station https://cardinalstation.cua.edu. Non-attendance does not constitute withdrawal.
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Can I audit instead of taking the course for credit? |
Yes. Both CUA and visiting CUA students can audit courses offered during the summer in consultation with the professor and the Summer Sessions office. Those auditing a course will receive the same tuition charges as those taking the course for credit. If you would like to audit a course, contact us at cua-summers@cua.edu. |
| Will Catholic University's summer course apply toward my degree? | Students are urged to obtain written permission of their dean or academic adviser to ensure that the credits earned at The Catholic University of America may be transferred as they intended. The Catholic University of America is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Universities. All summer courses meet or exceed Middle States' standards for contact hours. |
| How do I transfer the credits once I complete the course? | Your dean will most likely need an official copy of your CUA transcript with your final grade. The Office of Enrollment Services at CUA must have a completed Transcript Request Form before they can mail out any documentation to your school. There is no separate transcript fee. To obtain a syllabus for a specific course, contact the individual department in which the course is offered. |
Financial Matters |
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| When is tuition due? | The first monthly statement to include summer term charges was issued April 15. Charges for the summer term are due by May 1st. Charges incurred after May 1st are due at the time of registration. The first monthly interest assessment to include unpaid summer term charges will be June 15. Interest assessments exclude charges that are less than 30 days old. For this and other financial policies and responsibilities, please contact student financial services in the Office of Enrollment Services, 202-319-5300 or e-mail. |
| How do I pay? |
You can make payment by either of the following options: 1) Credit Card — American Express, Discover and MasterCard payments are accepted. To make a credit card payment, click on the secured http://treasurer.cua.edu/controller/sa/CardinalPay/ 2) Wire Payments — Bank Name – SunTrust Bank Be certain to include the student's name and CUA ID number in the wire information. 3) Check or Money Order — Make check or money order payable to: The Catholic University of America and mail to the address listed below: The Catholic University of AmericaEnrollment Services, 10 McMahon Hall 620 Michigan Avenue, N.E. Washington, DC 20064
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How much will it cost me to take a class at CUA? |
$920 per credit hour. |
| How does CUA's summer tuition compare to other schools? | Among private institutions in Washington, D.C., CUA's summer tuition is the lowest! |
Student Services |
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Do you have on-campus housing?
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Yes. We provide a variety of housing options during the summer for students. Students taking courses for credit click http://summerhousing.cua.edu/ For more information, please contact Conferences and Pryzbyla Management at 202-319-5291. Summer interns or others visiting the area for an educational purpose- Internships, coops, research and educational study should contact Conferences and Pryzbyla Management at 202-319-5291 or http://summerhousing.cua.edu/
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Is there a place to eat on campus in the summer? |
Aramark Food Services provides dining services in the Edward J. Pryzbyla University Center Food Court and Loft C-store. Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served Monday through Friday, while brunch and dinner are serviced on the weekends. You can purchase a meal plan or you can use your Cardinal Card (your student ID) as a pre-pay debit card to purchase meals. Summer block plans are available to summer students and interns.
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