Catholic International University

At Catholic International University, undergraduates can earn associate’s and bachelor’s degrees and a variety of certificates, with faithfully Catholic courses entirely online.

Beginning as early as junior or senior year in high school, students can begin earning transferable credits from Catholic International University and go on to pursue a degree in liberal arts or theology. Minors include business, education, history, philosophy, and theology. Multiple certificates are available for all these disciplines.

Online courses are asynchronous, so that students can watch the recordings at their own convenience, and e-books and digital resources are available through the online library.

All students pursuing their bachelor’s degree take a minimum of four theology and four philosophy courses. At Catholic International, all theology professors have the mandatum. Every professor is Catholic, as are all undergraduate students.

Since the University is all online without the campus formation at residential Newman Guide colleges, Catholic families should plan for local options to receive the Sacraments, form Catholic friendships, and engage in social activities. But the University strives to provide personal guidance with academic advising, counseling, career development, IT services, and international student support.

Catholic International provides an “online chapel,” where students can listen to homilies, submit prayer requests, and participate in Eucharistic adoration. Masses are offered by a priest-chaplain for the intentions of students, alumni, and staff.

More and more students today are turning to online college options. Catholic International provides students with the opportunity to receive an education that will enhance their understanding of the Catholic faith and engage with fellow Catholics—all at a very affordable price.

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Ranked as one of the best online theology programs by Forbes Advisor, Catholic International University provides a faithful and affordable education that can be paired with good parish and social programs at home. It’s a superb alternative for many Catholic families.