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The Catholic University of America is unique as the national university of the Catholic Church and the only higher education institution founded by the U.S. bishops. Established in 1887 as a papally chartered graduate and research center, the university began offering undergraduate education in 1904. It is committed to being a comprehensive Catholic and American institution of higher learning.

The university motto is “Deus Lux Mea Est” — “God Is My Light.” Academic colors are gold and white. Athletic colors are red
and black.


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