Studying at The Catholic University of America, located in the nation's capital, allows students to experience art and design inside and outside of the classroom. The opportunities on offer in this culturally rich city enhance art education in ways that few universities in the world can match.

Visiting and taking classes at the art museums in Washington, D.C., comes easily and naturally for our students. Visits to marketing and advertising firms shows students real-world applications of their skills. Internships and volunteer opportunities introduce students to what it's like to work in the professional world.

Museums and Galleries in the DC Area

• Hirshhorn Museum and Sculpture Garden
• National Gallery of Art
• National Museum of African Art
• National Portrait Gallery
• The Phillips Collection
• Renwick Gallery of the National Museum of American Art

Advertising and Design Studios in the DC Area

• Reingold Inc
• Openbox9
• REQ