The Catholic University of America gives you the best of both worlds — an independent living experience, and a supportive community you’ll come to lean on and appreciate in challenging times. You’ll enjoy both the beauty of our 176-acre parklike campus, and the excitement of living in a truly global city.

Living at Catholic University you can be confident that you will be in an environment that is designed to ensure your safety, promote wellness, and foster your growth as a whole person. All of our undergraduate student residence halls are single-sex by building. You’ll start hearing about our programs to promote healthy behaviors on the first day of orientation. And you can feel secure knowing that student safety is the University’s highest priority.

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    What's it Like to Live at Catholic University?

    It's so much more than where you sleep! The Office of Residence Life offers students support and opportunities to maximize their collegiate experience. Students live in a safe and inclusive community where personal development and collaboration are celebrated.

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    Housing

    Living on-campus is about more than your room — it is about being a part of a dynamic campus community. The Office of Housing Services provides and manages residential living environments within well-maintained, safe, and modern multi-use facilities that are responsive to the changing needs of students.

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    Dining

    From sushi to pizza, burritos to bagels, take-out to dine-in, you’ll find that Dining Services at Catholic University offers a wide variety of food and meal plans.

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