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GOOD TO KNOW
INFORMATION FOR
FRESHMAN APPLICANTS
2018-2019AMERICAN
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Located in a residential neighborhood of Washington, D.C.,
American University (AU) is a dynamic college-centered WASHINGTON, D.C.
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American University is committed to providing all our students with opportunities to
engage with issues through academics, research, investigation, and personal experiences.
We hope you will consider becoming a part of this truly special community.
CONTACT US
ADMISSIONS QUESTIONS — admissions@american.edu
FINANCIAL AID QUESTIONS — facounselor@american.edu
YOUR ADMISSIONS REPRESENTATIVE — american.edu/admissions/freshman/admissionsrep.cfm
UNDERGRADUATE ADMISSIONS CONNECT WITH US!
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american.edu/admissions
American University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university. For information regarding the accreditation and licensing of AU,
please visit american.edu/academics. Consumer information can be found at american.edu/policies/ConsumerInformation.cfm.YOUR FIRST YEAR AT AU
American University is committed to a robust liberal Complex Problems
education core that challenges students to engage with Complex Problems courses are specially-designed for
complexity, value diversity, and understand change. To first-year students, enrolling no more than 19 students
foster this, all students entering in the fall 2018 semester per section. The primary goal of the course is to acquaint
will be enrolled in AU Core, AU’s innovative new general students with the process of university-level inquiry
education program. In addition to these foundational through the analysis of one or more complex problems.
courses, every student will be assigned a specialized First Over the course of the semester, Complex Problems
Year Advisor to help them better navigate the transition to courses demonstrate the value of approaching problems or
college. enduring questions from diverse (but often complementary)
perspectives. Courses incorporate multiple points of view,
During this first year, students will complete the American voices, and ways of thinking from across personal and
University Experience (AUx) as well as take a First-Year political spectrums.
Complex Problems seminar. First-year students will
also take foundation courses in University Writing and Examples of Complex Problem course titles include: Dying,
University Math. Death, and the Afterlife; Inventing Queer Lives; Are You a
Digital Citizen?; and The Big Short: Money and Power.
The American University Experience (AUx) american.edu/provost/gened/Wildcard.cfm
The American University Experience (AUx) is a full-year
course specially designed for students transitioning into
their first year of college at AU. Students who complete University College
AUx1 in the fall (1.5 credits) and AUx2 in the spring (1.5 Students in the University College Living Learning
credits) will receive a total of 3.00 credits toward their Community (UC) will make new connections and fast
general education requirements. friendships by participating in an academic living-learning
community with other first-year students. UC students take
Through classroom discussions, assignments, and office a unique Complex Problems course where they will approach
hours, AUx1 provides a place for students to establish their an intricate issue facing society with no clear solutions.
short- and long-term goals; build academic skills for When students choose the University College Living
college success; learn about issues of privilege and bias; and Learning Community, they live on a floor with students
explore their own personal identities. AUx1 course learning studying similar topics under one common theme. Living
outcomes are achieved through online learning, in-class together with other students and taking Complex Problems
activities, reflective writing assignments, and individual courses creates an exceptional scholarly environment where
and small group discussions with course Instructors, Peer learning moves beyond the classroom.
Leaders, and classmates. Best of all, a student’s First Year
Advisor will be their instructor for AUx1. Some benefits of University College include:
• Earn General Education credit
AUx2 is unique to American University, and has been • Enjoy small class sizes, with 19 or fewer students
created specifically as a call to action by AU students, staff, • Form a diverse and inclusive community with your
and faculty who want to ensure that diversity, inclusion, University College Living Learning Community peers
free speech, and freedom of expression are part of the core • Grow intellectually and personally through curricular
curriculum at American University. AUx2 aims to equip and co-curricular experiences
students to become part of a community of learners whose • Experience the support of a dedicated Faculty Fellow
members come from a variety of backgrounds and bring and Peer Leader
with them a range of experiences. • Develop the skills and experiences that lead to future
success
american.edu/provost/undergrad/auexperience/
american.edu/learning-communities/universitycollege/APPLYING TO AU
HOW TO APPLY Note: Early Decision is binding; if you are admitted
Use the Common Application or Coalition Application to through this plan, you agree to enroll at American University.
apply to American University; there is a $70 application fee.
APPLYING TEST OPTIONAL
Our admissions office is interested in your academic You may apply to American University through our Early or
pursuits and also what you do outside the classroom. This Regular Decision Plan without submitting standardized test
information—along with transcripts, essays, and letters of scores. While tests help to predict your potential for success
recommendation—helps us evaluate you. in college, your academic performance in the classroom is
the most important factor in our review of your application.
We offer two application plans for prospective students: We also consider qualitative factors, such as your essay,
Early Decision and Regular Decision. letters of recommendation, and extracurricular activities.
To apply without standardized test scores, select the test-
EARLY DECISION PLAN optional preference on the Common Application or Coalition
If American University is your first choice, you can apply Application.
through our Early Decision Plan (see Deadlines, below).
You may apply to other schools while your application to AU Note: Your decision to apply test optional is irreversible; once
is being reviewed. However, if you are offered admission to you have applied, you cannot change your decision.
AU as an Early Decision applicant, you must immediately
withdraw applications to all other colleges and universities.
APPLICATION DEADLINES
Admissions Financial Aid: Financial Aid:
Application: CSS Profile FAFSA Notification:
Early Decision (ED) November 15 November 15 November 15 By December 31
Early Decision 2 (ED2) January 15 January 15 January 15 By February 15
Regular Decision (RD) January 15 January 15 January 15 By April 1
ADMITTED STUDENT PROFILE - FALL 2017
GPA MIDDLE 50% SAT MIDDLE 50% ACT MIDDLE 50%
3.44—3.97 1210—1370 27–31
(SCHOOL REPORTED) (CRITICAL READING
AND MATHEMATICS)
ADMISSIONS APPLICATION CHECKLIST
☐ Application and fee ☐ Teacher Recommendation Letter
☐ Secondary School Report ☐ Essay
☐ High School Transcript ☐ AU Supplement (optional)
☐ SAT and/or ACT Scores (if not Test-Optional) ☐ Resume/Activity Report
☐ Guidance Counselor Recommendation LetterFINANCIAL AID COST OF
American University awards financial aid to students based on a combination of ATTENDANCE
demonstrated financial need, academic achievement in high school or college (transfers) Undergraduates/On or
and the availability of funds. Once you have been admitted to American University, the Off Campus
Office of Financial Aid will determine your need and develop a financial aid award that Tuition* $45,808
includes funds from the programs for which you qualify. In addition to awarding funds
Fees** $ 547
from American University, we also administer federal grant, loan and work-study programs
Average Room $ 9,898
that may be included in the award. Your financial aid award may include a combination
of an American University grant, federal grants, federally subsidized or unsubsidized loans Average Board* $ 4,804
and/or student employment. Books** $ 800
Transportation** $ 700
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL AID AT AMERICAN UNIVERSITY Personal $ 400
(including
clothing,
1 2 3 telephone
and
miscellaneous
Complete and file the CSS/ The Department of Education Submit supporting verification expenses)**
Financial Aid PROFILE (Profile). must receive your Free documentation if requested. Loan Fees $ 81
To complete and file a Profile Application for Federal Student Students may be required to submit
application, go to: Aid (FAFSA) by the Total $63,038
the following documentation to
student.collegeboard.org/ deadlines stated below for you verify information reported on the
css-financial-aid-profile to receive priority consideration FAFSA: a) Parent(s)’ signed 2016 * COSTS SHOWN ARE FOR
for federal and university aid. Federal Tax Returns; b) Student’s THE 2017-2018 ACADEMIC
Register at least two weeks before The FAFSA must be filed signed 2016 Federal Tax Returns; YEAR.
the AU priority deadline to ensure every year. To file a FAFSA, and c) other documentation that ** ESTIMATED COSTS
timely filing of your application. go to www.fafsa.ed.gov. may be needed upon request.
AU’s Profile code is 5007.
SCHOLARSHIPS AMERICAN
PAYMENT PLAN
American University believes that applicants who demonstrate academic excellence
should be rewarded for their effort and ability. The Admissions Committee makes all The American Payment Plan
merit-based scholarship decisions and notifies freshman students at the time they are (APP) is a monthly payment
plan available to all full-time
admitted. These scholarships do not require a separate application and are renewable.
students. Information about
the APP will be mailed by
ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIP PRIVATE/RESTRICTED YELLOW RIBBON PROGRAM the AU Student Accounts
Students should contact the coach SCHOLARSHIPS American University participates
of the sport in which they excel. A limited number of scholarships Office to admitted students
in the Veteran Administration’s
See www.aueagles.com. are funded through an endowment Yellow Ribbon Program. For during the summer before
by donors and are available additional information and to they begin attending classes.
TUITION EXCHANGE annually. Applicants for financial apply, veterans and dependents
SCHOLARSHIP aid are automatically reviewed of eligible veterans may go to:
For the children of faculty and by the Financial Aid Office for american.edu/veterans/
staff employed by participating eligibility for these scholarships. applications-information.cfm IMPORTANT DEADLINES:
colleges and universities, parents A separate application is not
should contact the Tuition required, but recipients may have EARLY DECISION: Complete
Exchange officer at the institution and submit the CSS Profile
to meet specific donor criteria.
that employs them. to the College Board and the
FAFSA to the Department of
Education by November 15.
EARLY DECISION 2: Complete
COLLEGE AFFORDABILITY: AU AND YOUR EDUCATIONAL GOALS and submit the CSS Profile and
the FAFSA by January 15.
Find out how AU is educating students and families about college costs and loan REGULAR DECISION
indebtedness, financial literacy programs, and the value of an AU education. FRESHMEN: Complete and
submit the CSS Profile and the
FAFSA by January 15.
american.edu/initiatives/collegeaffordability/index.cfmINTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
ATTENDING U.S. HIGH SCHOOLS
Applying to AU Financing an AU Education
A completed application packet for F-1 or J-1 students applying We understand that students and parents have a lot of questions
from high schools inside the U.S. must include the following: about financing an education in the U.S. A few highlights about
scholarships to American University:
• Completed Common Application or Coalition Application
(with essay, CV/resume, U.S.$70 application fee, and • Partial merit scholarships are available to international
optional supplement) students, but are highly competative.
• Academic records for 9th–12th grades (must include official • The 2018 AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship is
copies of original transcripts for all institutions attended awarded to one outstanding international student and
inside and outside the United States, with certified English covers all billable AU costs. Student must pay approximately
translations if applicable) U.S.$4,000/year for non-billable mandatory expenses. A
• Two academic letters of recommendation separate EGLS application is required in addition to the
• SAT/ACT scores, unless applying Test Optional Common or Coalition application. (www.american.edu/
• Proof of English Proficiency * admissions/international/EGLS.cfm).
• AU Certification of Finances (CFIS) form confirming at least
U.S.$64,707 or equivalent * The following websites provide resources on financial planning
• Bank letter, not statement, showing at least U.S.$64,707 (or and advice for prospective and admitted international students.
equivalent)*
* Required by application deadline and before applications can be reviewed. american.edu/admissions/international/prospectivefinance.cfm
american.edu/admissions/international/admittedfinance.cfm
For more information, please visit:
american.edu/admissions/international/internationalinstructions.cfm
AU-RITSUMEIKAN UNIVERSITY
SAKURA SCHOLARS
The Global International Relations (GIR) Joint Degree Students enrolled in the GIR will be able to select one of the
Program, created in partnership with Ritsumeikan University following concentrations by taking complementary coursework
(RU) located in Kyoto Japan, is the only joint bachelor’s degree at both AU and RU:
program between an accredited U.S. and Japanese university.
A selective, four-year program, the GIR enables students to • Global and Comparative Governance
be jointly enrolled in both universities for the duration of the • Identity, Race, Gender, and Culture
program. GIR students have a unique opportunity to connect • Peace, Global Security, and Conflict Resolution
with students from around the world in addition to AU and RU
faculty with varied expertise in the field of international relations GIR students will also complete area studies, language
and more specifically, U.S. and East Asia affairs. requirements, and a senior capstone project. For the duration of
the program, students will have access to institutional resources,
All degree requirements, curricula, and student activities have as well as academic advisors and faculty from both schools
been jointly designed by the faculty and administration from
AU’s School of International Service, the largest international Application process
relations school in the United States, and RU’s College of The GIR Program extends invitations to all incoming
International Relations, recognized as the first and most freshman who demonstrate an interest in international
comprehensive undergraduate international relations program in relations (specifically U.S. and East Asian Affairs). Please note,
Western Japan. this program includes a two-year commitment to study at
Ritsumeikan University in Kyoto, Japan.
Students spend the first year of the program at AU, the middle
two years at RU, and the last year of the program at AU. For more information, please visit:
Culminating the four-year program, graduates of the GIR have american.edu/admissions/academicprograms.cfm
a diploma accredited by both a U.S. and Japanese institution,
providing an invaluable connection to a global career network.HONORS PROGRAMS
AU HONORS PROGRAM FREDERICK DOUGLASS SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
The AU Honors Program is for those students who want to Selected on the basis of demonstrated service, focused creativity,
understand the issues of today by digging into them from every and leadership potential, the award-winning Frederick Douglass
possible angle. Every course in this four-year program is taught Scholars are inspirational champions of freedom, inclusion, and
by a team of faculty from different disciplines so that you will social justice. These exceptional undergraduates engage faculty,
emerge specially prepared to think broadly, creatively, and alumni, and dignitaries in seeking innovative solutions to the
collaboratively. You will work in teams on a project that will put world’s most pressing problems.
your skills and knowledge into practice.
The Frederick Douglass Scholarship Program is distinctive as the
Leaving lecture halls behind, you will work with professionals, participants not only complete the AU Honors Program, but also
scholars, scientists, artists, and policy makers from such prepare to attend the best graduate schools, pursue influential
institutions as the Smithsonian, the National Security Agency, careers, and implement sustainable change in underserved and
the National Endowment for the Humanities, the World Bank, under-resourced communities.
and the National Institutes of Health, among others. Key to your
success will be your faculty mentor, who will help you discern Five students are selected each year to be Frederick Douglass
not just your path through college but your path afterward. Scholars. Each scholar receives full tuition, general fees, books,
on-campus housing, and a meal plan. The scholarship is renewable
Only 20 students are admitted each year, and all are guaranteed for a total of four years of undergraduate study, provided scholars
to receive a $30,000 merit scholarship. We seek highly satisfy academic and program requirements. We seek ambitious,
motivated, extraordinary students who have demonstrated high well-rounded students who are dedicated to improving under-
academic achievement, curiosity, creativity, and leadership. resourced and under-served communities around the world.
Students who wish to be considered for this program must Students who wish to be considered for this program must submit
submit an application. Instructions on how to submit the an application. Instructions on how to submit the application can
application can be found on the Common Application or be found on the Common Application or Coalition Application.
Coalition Application.
american.edu/learning-communities/douglassscholars
american.edu/learning-communities/honors
THREE-YEAR SCHOLARS PROGRAMS
Three-Year Scholars are a unique group of students at Programs:
American University, interested in pursuing a bachelor’s degree • Global Scholars
in three years as opposed to the traditional four. • Politics, Policy and Law Scholars
• Public Health Scholars
Each three-year program is designed to be academically
rigorous, yet still offer the full benefits of a traditional college Features and benefits of the programs:
experience. Students reside in a living-learning community • Study and live with a cohort during the first year in a
during the first year, where the learning activities extend living-learning community.
from the classroom into the residence halls. Special academic • Receive enhanced mentoring by faculty and alumni.
programming during the summer months provide the • Attend special summer seminars and programs.
opportunity for students to remain intellectually engaged in • Take a typical course load (15-17 credits/semester).
their studies year-round. • Receive priority course registration each semester.
• Use financial aid, including scholarships, toward summer
While the curriculum varies for each program, all Three-Year expenses.
Scholars programs allow students to develop strengths in • Earn a MA in some programs with additional two or three
investigation and inquiry related to their disciplines through semesters (varies by program).
seminars and other special activities beyond a traditional
curriculum. Some programs even offer the chance to earn a
master’s degree with an additional two or three semesters of
course work, depending on the program. american.edu/learning-communities/3yrscholarsAU SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The AU Scholars Program is a selective, two-year living-learning will give you the tools and skills to grow personally and
community that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and professionally throughout the two years.
problem solving through transformative research experiences • Opportunity to compete in the Wicked Problem Challenge
and other scholarly activities. The AU Scholars Program during your second year. Work with an interdisciplinary
provides high-achieving students an exciting and scholarly team of AU Scholars and a faculty mentor to explore
environment that challenges them to think deeply and to take solutions to the most pressing social, economic, political
an active role in uncovering new knowledge and understanding and environmental problems.
the world around us. By taking advantage of the transformative • A vibrant and stimulating living-learning community of
research experiences and faculty mentoring, the AU Scholar can high-achieving peers who share your motivation, aptitude
build a distinctive record of achievement that will enhance their and drive for a scholarly life.
competitiveness for merit awards, professional and graduate
schools, and jobs. Application process
The AU Scholars Program extends invitations to incoming
Exclusive features of the program:
freshmen who demonstrate a commitment to pursuing
• A seminar course taught by outstanding faculty who will
academic challenges, specifically, a demonstrated interest in
challenge the boundaries of your intellect. The seminar also
research, participation in a culture of scholarly inquiry, and a
fulfills a General Education requirement.
drive for distinction. There is no application for this program.
• An experiential lab where you will acquire skills and
tools of research while exploring fundamental issues and
emerging challenges in the field.
For more information, please visit:
• Research courses that will have you work in AMERICAN.EDU/LEARNING-COMMUNITIES/AUSCHOLARS/
interdisciplinary teams to engage in meaningful discovery
in a collaborative environment. For questions, please email:
• Selection of professional and research workshops that AUSCHOLARS@AMERICAN.EDU
COMMUNITY-BASED RESEARCH
SCHOLARS PROGRAM
The Community-Based Research Scholars (CBRS) program is a • Engage in ongoing personal and professional development
selective, two-year living-learning community that emphasizes designed to train you to be a change agent in your
responsible and meaningful service learning through community.
community-based research opportunities. The CBRS program • Develop and maintain ongoing community relationships
is an intensive, living-learning community for scholars who through service and research-oriented projects.
learn how to conduct research to inform community solutions • Receive faculty mentors, investing in students’ scholarly
for pressing social problems. CBR Scholars will have a network futures.
of students, faculty, and community partners to help identify
avenues to effect social change. CBR Scholars will be trained
in research methods, research ethics, and issues relevant to the Application process
participating nonprofit’s area of focus. Currently, the CBRS Program extends invitations to incoming
freshmen with demonstrated interest in community service,
Exclusive features of the program: social justice, and research. There is no application for this
• Live, learn and serve together, establishing a strong program.
community during your first years at AU.
• Take a seminar and lab with passionate professors who For more information, please visit:
connect course learning objectives with community AMERICAN.EDU/LEARNING-COMMUNITIES/CBRS/
needs.
• Participate in research methods courses, with projects For questions, please email:
CBRS@AMERICAN.EDU
designed in collaboration with a local nonprofit.AU ABROAD
With more than 135 offerings in 38 locations, from Kenya to Chile, across 6 continents, 70 percent of our students participate in
one of our one- or two-semester, alternative spring break or language immersion programs before they graduate. Incoming first-year
undergraduates also have the opportunity to study abroad prior to their AU academic career through a First-Year Seminar Abroad.
Where in the world will you go with AU? Here is just a sampling of AU Abroad’s programs around the world:
MIDDLE EAST
Israel: Hebrew University of Jerusalem OCEANIA EUROPE
Jordan: Intensive Arabic and Cultural Australia: University of Queensland Belgium: European Union in Action
Studies in Amman (CET) Australia: University of New South Wales Czech Republic: CET Prague Programs
United Arab Emirates: AU Sharjah New Zealand: Victoria University of Denmark: Copenhagen (DIS)
Wellington France: Intensive French in Paris
ASIA France: University of Paris System
China: Beijing Program AFRICA (MICEFA Exchange)
China: Chinese University of Hong Kong Kenya: Issues in Sustainable Germany: Freie Universitaet
India: Contemporary India Program - Development and Public Health Germany: Junior Year in Munich at LMU
Pune (Alliance) Kenya: Turkana Basin Field School Italy: American University of Rome
Japan: Waseda University Morocco: AMIDEAST in Rabat and Italy: Studio Art Centers International
Korea: Yonsei University Regional Studies in French Netherlands: University of Leiden
Taiwan: National Chengchi University Poland: Jagiellonian University, Centre
UNITED KINGDOM/IRELAND for European Studies
England: King’s College London Russia: Bard-Smolny Program
CENTRAL/SOUTH AMERICA England: British American Drama Spain: Iberian Experience
Argentina: Universidad Católica Academy Tajikistan: Eurasian Regional Language
Argentina England: London School of Economics Program (ACTR)
Brazil: Pontificia Universidade Católica England: Oxford University Turkey: Koc University
de Rio de Janeiro England: University College of London
Chile: Santiago Program England: University of Exeter
Costa Rica: Universidad Nacional Ireland: National University of Ireland,
Autónoma (IFSA - Butler) Galway auabroad.american.edu
Uruguay: University of Montevideo Ireland: Trinity College Dublin
Scotland: University of Edinburgh
Scotland: University of Glasgow
AU CAREER CENTER
Our Career Center is dedicated to assisting undergraduates, graduate students, and alumni develop educational and career goals,
decision-making skills and job search strategies needed to achieve their academic and professional aspirations.
SEEK EXPERT ADVICE CONNECT WITH EMPLOYERS
90 percent of undergraduates complete at least one 92 percent of recent AU grads were employed, enrolled in
internship before graduating from AU. graduate school, or both, within six months of graduation.
CAPITALIZE ON INTERNSHIPS COMPETE FOR NATIONAL SCHOLARSHIPS
There are more that 8,000 internships and jobs listed The 2015-2016 academic school year marked an
annually on AU CareerWeb. outstanding year for national scholarship success at AU.
FOLLOW YOUR PASSION 11 Boren Scholarships and Fellowships
88 percent of employed 2016 AU graduates hold a job
related to their degree. 3 Fulbright Grants
american.edu/careercenterOUR CAMPUS
MAJORS
American University offers a broad choice of majors and minors, as well as preprofessional advising programs. Students may
double major or construct their own interdisciplinary major. AU’s flexibility also allows students to have a major in one
AU school and a minor in another AU school or college. In addition, more than 40 majors offer the option of pursuing a
combined 5-year bachelors/masters program.
COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES SCHOOL OF EDUCATION
African American and Languages: Elementary Education
African Diaspora Studies Arabic Secondary Education
American Studies Chinese
Anthropology French SCHOOL OF INTERNATIONAL
Applied Mathematics German SERVICE
Arab World Studies Hebrew International Studies
Arabic Studies Italian Environmental Sustainability
Art History Japanese and Global Health
Asian Studies Korean Foreign Policy and
Audio Production Portuguese National Security
Audio Technology Russian Global and Comparative
Biochemistry Spanish Governance
Biology Swahili Global Inequality
Chemistry and Development
Computational Science KOGOD SCHOOL OF BUSINESS Identity, Race, Gender,
Computer Science Accounting and Culture
Dance Business Administration Justice, Ethics, and
Economics Accounting Human Rights
Environmental Science Entrepreneurship Peace, Global Security,
Environmental Studies Finance and Conflict Resolution
Fine Arts Information Systems The Global Economy
French Studies & Technology
German Studies International Business SCHOOL OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS
Graphic Design Management Communication, Legal
Health Promotion Marketing Institutions, Economics, and
History Business, Language, Government (CLEG)
Jewish Studies and Culture Justice and Law
Language and Area Studies Language tracks: Law and Society
Literature Arabic Political Science
Mathematics French
Mathematics and Economics German PREPROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS
Music Russian Prelaw
Musical Theatre Spanish Premedicine
Neuroscience Business and Entertainment
Philosophy Finance THREE-YEAR SCHOLARS
Physics PROGRAMS
Psychology SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION Global Scholars
Public Health Communication Studies Public Health Scholars
Religious Studies Film and Media Arts Politics, Policy, and Law Scholars
Russian Studies Foreign Language and
Sociology Communication Media
Spanish Studies Journalism
Statistics Public Relations and
Studio Art Strategic Communication
Theatre
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality
Studies
american.edu/degrees.cfmPrivate, urban, coeducational STUDENTS
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research university founded
TOTAL ENROLLMENT OF 12,507,
in 1893 by an act of Congress semesters
with 7,234 undergraduates and
and located in one of plus summer From world-renowned
Washington, DC’s safest sessions 5,273 graduate and law students
academic experts to
residential neighborhoods from across the United States and
former ambassadors,
near Embassy Row. 144 countries 94 percent of the
faculty has the highest
degree in their field.
144
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SCHOOLS
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KOGOD School of BUSINESS
CLASS SIZE
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CAREER CENTER NCAA
OUR AWARD-WINNING CAREER CENTER
DIVISION I percent of students participate
offers career preparation and in study abroad, alternate
PATRIOT
planning, an alumni network, spring break, or language
LEAGUE TEAMS
internships and national merit immersion programs.
award mentoring. 145 OPTIONS IN 39 COUNTRIES ON 6 CONTINENTS
200
MORE THAN clubs and organizations,
WE KNOW including political &
SUCCESS
performing arts groups,
sororities & fraternities, HOUSING
and intramural sports
and DINING
92
percent of 2016 AU
graduates were employed, First- and second-year students
enrolled in graduate who meet housing application
school, or both, within six TECHNOLOGY deadlines are guaranteed
months of graduation. WIRELESS CAMPUS, with 24-hour university housing. Housing
computer labs and Internet access is available for juniors and
90
percent of 2016 AU in classrooms and residence halls
seniors. Traditional residence
graduates participated halls and suite- and apartment-
in at least one internship style buildings; variety of
prior to graduation, CAMPUS RESOURCES dining options catering to
preparing them to excel State-of-the-art labs and studios, dietary needs.
in their careers. performing arts spaces, museums, fitness
centers and newly renovated residence halls
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