American University
Washington D.C. | american.edu
Located in a residential neighborhood of Washington, D.C., American University (AU) is a dynamic college-centered research institution recognized for its academic innovation. AU boasts distinguished faculty that are experts in their field and an active and engaged student body. Brought together in Washington, D.C. – our laboratory for learning and our extended classroom. AU is committed to providing all of our students with opportunities to engage with issues through academics, research, investigation, and personal experiences. Additionally, students at American University benefit from the school’s location in the political hub of the nation. Washington, D.C., is a playground for the politically and socially oriented with its countless museums, restaurants, clubs, and year-round events. AU is the best of both worlds; a safe traditional college experience coupled with the benefits of one of America’s best cities.
Representatives
Kelly Herron
She/Her/Hers
Southern California Regional Assistant Director
(202) 276-1800
kherron@american.edu
Details
Institution Type
Private
Campus Setting
Suburban
Closest Airport (Distance)
DCA (8 mi)
Enrollment (Undergrad / Total)
8,000 / 14,000
Average Class Size
21
Student-to-Faculty Ratio
12:1
Student Population
(Out of State / Diverse / Intl)
No Answer / 32% / 11%
Athletics Division
Division I
Athletics League
Patriot League
Mid-Range ACT / SAT
30 - 33 / 1310 - 1440
Mid-Range GPA
3.7 - 4.2
GPA Consideration (W or UW)
Admission: Either
Scholarships: Either
Applications / Admits (Admit Rate)
20,000 / No Answer (65%)
Deposits
No Answer
Applications Accepted
Common App
Coalition App
Application Information
Test Optional? Yes
Demonstrated Interest? Yes
Rolling Admission? No
Admission Interview? Optional
Need-blind Admission? No
WUE Tuition Exchange? No
CA Specific Scholarships? No
Freshman App Deadlines
Early Decision I: Nov 15
Early Decision II: Jan 15
Regular Decision: Jan 15
Transfer App Deadline
Fall: May 1
Spring: Oct 1
Merit-Based Scholarship Consideration is Evaluated From
The Admission Application
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Freshmen
Jan 15
Merit-Based Scholarship Deadline for Transfers
Rolling
Link to Scholarship Info
american.edu/financialaid/freshman-scholarships.cfm
Points of Pride
91% of American University students complete at least one internship in their time at AU.
70% of American University students study abroad. AU attracts a very globally-minded citizen.
American University is one of the greenest colleges in the world. In 2018, AU became the first university of its size to reach carbon neutrality and 100% of AU’s electricity comes from renewable sources.
