Reasons to Live On Campus

Convenience

By living on campus you have easy access to the library, the dining halls, your classes, numerous computer labs and countless other amenities. Traffic in D.C. can be difficult, but if you live on campus, you can walk to class, avoiding a long commute. Leaving the library after dark? Call DPS and they will escort you safely back to your residence hall. You also have access to 24-hour emergency maintenance, 24-hour public safety and 24-hour Residence Life staff on call. Additionally, CUA has its own Metrorail stop, Brookland/CUA, on the Red Line connecting the campus to the D.C. metro area.

Cost

When comparing on-campus room rates to off-campus properties, remember the charge for your residence hall room covers the following: rent, cable, phone, Internet, laundry, utilities, furniture, staff support, and in-hall programs and activities. The room charge is added directly to your student account, eliminating separate monthly rent and utility checks. Additionally, if you live off campus you should add the cost of commuting to and from CUA, parking at your off-campus residence, and of buying and/or renting furniture.

Additional Benefits of Living On Campus

• No rush-hour commutes
• A comprehensive residence fee (all-in-one versus separate rent/utilities/cable/garbage/water/sewer, etc.)
• Single room options
• Separate agreements for academic year and Summer Housing rather than committing to a 12-month lease
• Easy accessibility to downtown Washington, D.C., via the Brookland/CUA Metrorail station
• Easy access to faith- and value-based programs in a vibrant campus community
• Numerous health/welfare support systems

Frequently Asked Questions

On-Campus Housing Availability

Currently on-campus housing options are available for full-time graduate and law students, although housing is not guaranteed. Graduate and law students who are not able to be assigned during the summer months will be placed on a wait list and offered spaces as they become available.

Where on campus do graduate and law students live?

Graduate and law students generally live in single rooms in either Caldwell (all male) or Seton (all female). These stately, castle-like buildings are among the most historic at Catholic University, creating the feeling of a traditional campus. Graduate and law students can also live in apartment and suite-style housing upon request and space availability.

Who is eligible for student housing?

The university policy on housing eligibility can be found here. Generally, in order to live in on-campus housing, individuals must be CUA degree-seeking students who have full-time status with the university. University standards for full-time status are outlined in the Academic Announcements publications at announcements.cua.edu. CUA residential facilities are designed only to accommodate individual men and women; we do not have available accommodations for married couples or families with children.

How can I apply for graduate student housing?

Interested students should submit a Residence Hall & Dining Services Application and spaces will be offered throughout the summer as available. Please contact us directly to inquire about current availablility.

Is Summer Housing available for graduate students?

Yes, Summer Housing is available; current residents can transition directly from spring to summer and from summer to fall housing. CUA students do not need to be enrolled in summer classes in order to be eligible for summer housing. This is a great opportunity for students to pursue research, teaching, internships, and other career opportunities in the D.C. area during the summer months.

What additional move-in services are available for on-campus residents?

Housing Services works with various affiliated off-campus vendors to enhance your residential experience. The Move-in Services Web page provides information on linen sales, refrigerator and microwave rentals, carpet sales, shipping and storage, insurance, and long distance calling plans that are designed specifically for students in our residential community.

How can I find off-campus housing?

To assist you in your efforts to secure off-campus housing, Housing Services maintains an online Off-Campus Resource Center, which includes listings of currently available properties.