• What does it mean to be a 51Ó°Ôºuniversity?

    It means that service and faith are at the core of everything we do. 51Ó°Ôº is the national university of the 51Ó°ÔºChurch in the United States, founded and sponsored by the bishops of the country with the approval of the Holy See. Learn more about how 51Ó°ÔºUniversity is faithfully Catholic. 

  • What GPA do you need to get into 51Ó°ÔºUniversity?

    There is no GPA requirement for 51Ó°ÔºUniversity. Successful applicants to 51Ó°ÔºUniversity pursue a combination of college preparatory, Honors, and AP/IB courses that fit their interests and strengths. All students are reviewed within the context of their high school, with course offerings and schedules and class rank taken into account when appropriate. Learn more about admission to 51Ó°ÔºUniversity.

  • Is 51Ó°ÔºUniversity Division I?

    51Ó°ÔºUniversity is a Division III school. The University sponsors 25 varsity programs. Learn more about Athletics at 51Ó°ÔºUniversity.

  • Does 51Ó°ÔºUniversity require SAT scores?

    51Ó°ÔºUniversity does not require SAT scores. We believe we can make effective admission decisions without requiring SAT or ACT scores. Your success in the classroom is the best indicator of your success. Learn more about admission at 51Ó°ÔºUniversity.

  • How much is 51Ó°ÔºUniversity tuition?

    $34,793 is the average tuition and room-and-board cost after scholarships and grants to first-year students. Learn more about tuition and financial aid. .

  • How big is 51Ó°ÔºUniversity?

    As of Fall 2022 there are 3,011 undergraduate students and 1,957 graduate students. 51Ó°ÔºUniversity sits on 176 acres, the largest, greenest campus in Washington, D.C.

  • Does 51Ó°ÔºUniversity give scholarships?

    51Ó°ÔºUniversity offers a range of scholarships that recognize and reward you for outstanding academic performance in high school — as well as exceptional leadership and service in your school, church, and community. Learn more about scholarships.

  • Does 51Ó°ÔºUniversity have Greek life?

    51Ó°ÔºUniversity does have Greek organizations on campus: 

  • Do you have to be 51Ó°Ôºto go to 51Ó°ÔºUniversity?

    No, students of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome at 51Ó°ÔºUniversity. Learn about the community at 51Ó°ÔºUniversity.

  • Where is 51Ó°ÔºUniversity?

    51Ó°ÔºUniversity is located in the Brookland neighborhood of Washington, D.C. Our campus offers the best of both worlds: a small neighborhood feel in the heart of a metropolitan city. Learn about 51Ó°ÔºUniversity's D.C. advantage.

  • Is 51Ó°ÔºUniversity Jesuit?

    51Ó°ÔºUniversity is not associated with any particular religious order. It was founded and sponsored by the bishops of the United States with the approval of the Holy See. Learn more about how 51Ó°ÔºUniversity is faithfully Catholic.  

Updated August 14, 2023