Catholic Theological Union at Chicago

What is the cost of studying for a year at Catholic Theological Union at Chicago?

For 2024-25, reported graduate tuition at CTU was $23,232 for a full-time academic year for both Illinois and out-of-state students. The reported part-time graduate rate was $968 per credit hour. These are tuition figures from that reporting year, not a current personalized bill or a complete cost-of-attendance estimate.

• 2024-25 full-time graduate tuition: $23,232 for the academic year.
• 2024-25 part-time graduate tuition: $968 per credit hour.
• 2024-25 reported required graduate fees: $0; other program or personal expenses may still apply.

A realistic budget also accounts for housing, food, books, transportation, and personal expenses. Tuition may change by academic year, and a student taking fewer courses may pay differently from someone enrolled full time. Ask CTU for the current program-specific tuition schedule and official cost-of-attendance budget before comparing offers.

Eligible students may be able to use institutional scholarships, federal graduate loans, or other approved funding. Aid eligibility and award amounts are individual; a tuition figure is not a net price. Graduate students should check CTU's current aid application steps and, where federal aid is sought, the applicable FAFSA requirements.

What are the work-study opportunities at Catholic Theological Union at Chicago?

Student employment and Federal Work-Study are different ways to earn money while enrolled. Federal Work-Study, when offered to an eligible student, is a financial-aid award tied to qualifying employment; an ordinary campus or local part-time job does not require that award.

CTU applicants should ask the financial aid office whether their program and enrollment qualify for Federal Work-Study and how available positions are posted. An award does not itself place a student in a job, and wages are generally earned as work is performed. Ministry placements, internships, and field education should also be evaluated separately: some carry academic credit or meet degree requirements without providing wages.