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Metropolitan School of Professional Studies (MSPS) was established as University College in 1979 by the Board of Trustees to extend the educational resources and programs of the university to adult students wanting to pursue academic and professional credentials. MSPS regards its service to adult students as a special part of The Catholic University of America's overall educational mission.
Programs are designed with a maximum of flexibility to assist in balancing the responsibilities of work and family along with academic goals. Students can choose to attend in-person evening classes on-campus or online, in both full semester or accelerated formats. MSPS also works with business and professional groups to meet the professional training and certification needs of their members.
The school works closely with other organizations in the Washington, D.C. area and worldwide, through partnerships with such organizations as Brothers of Charity, Catholic Charities, and Providence Hospital.
The school also holds an on-site program at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
