Each student has a unique and powerful story about why they want to pursue the field of politics. Our students engage with politics and public policy as it is practiced while developing a deep understanding of the ethical and philosophical considerations that underpin political decision-making.

  • Washington, D.C. location and collaborative campus community

    Matthew Drauschak, Catholic '23, is a Politics and Economics major from Phoenixville, PA. He shares why he chose to attend Catholic University, and what advice he has for prospective students.

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  • A special connection to the campus and Washington, D.C.

    Jack Cherico, Catholic '24, is a Politics major from North Salem, NY. He shares why he chose to attend Catholic University, and what advice he has for prospective students.

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  • A top-reviewed Politics department

    Kelly Carpenter, Catholic '23, is a Politics major from Leonardtown, MD. She shares why she chose to attend Catholic University, and what advice she has for prospective students.

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  • Washington, D.C. locaiton and the depth and breadth of courses

    Jack Kruger, Catholic '23, is a Politics major from Freeland, MD. He shares why he chose to attend Catholic University, and what advice he has for prospective students.

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  • Academics, opportunity, community, and support

    Caroline Moody, Catholic '24, is a Politics major from Houston, TX. She shares why she chose to attend Catholic University, and what advice she has for prospective students.

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  • An education guided by faith and truth

    Joseph Accardi, Catholic '24, is a Politics major from Allentown, NJ. He shares why he chose to attend Catholic University, and what advice he has for prospective students.

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  • The university's commitment to great internships

    Jonathan Norman, Catholic '23, is a Politics major from Sewell, NJ. He shares why he chose to attend Catholic University, and what advice he has for prospective students.

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  • Welcoming community of faculty, staff, and students

    Alaina Smith, Catholic '23, is a Politics major from South Berwick, ME. She shares why she chose to attend Catholic University, and what advice she has for prospective students.

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