31%
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| Accepted | 5,988 |
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| Declined | + 12,996 |
| Total Received | 18,984 |
| SAT | 5007 |
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| ACT | 0648 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| The George Washington University | Washington, DC |
| Boston University | Boston, MA |
| New York University | New York, NY |
| Harvard University | Cambridge, MA |
| Johns Hopkins University | Baltimore, MD |
| Columbia University | New York, NY |
| Georgetown University | Washington, DC |
| University of Maryland, College Park | College Park, MD |
| Northeastern University | Boston, MA |
| Stanford University | Stanford, CA |
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American University, founded in 1893, is a private doctoral institution. Programs are offered through the College of Arts & Sciences, the Kogod School of Business, the Schools of Communication, Education, International Service, Public Affairs, Professional and Extended Studies, and the Washington College of Law. Its 84-acre carbon-neutral designated campus is located in northwest Washington.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
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| Campus Enrollment | 14,311 |
| Established in | 1893 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Methodist |
| Accredited by |
• AACSB (Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business) • ABA (American Bar Association) • ACEJMC (Accrediting Council on Education in Journalism and Mass Communication) • APA (American Psychological Association) • CAEP (Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation) • MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • NASPAA (National Association of Schools of Public Affairs and Administration) |
84-acre, suburban carbon-neutral campus in northwest Washington, DC (population: 702,455). American U Washington Coll of Law is within walking distance from campus. Served by air, bus, and train. School operates transportation to major academic buildings and metro/subway station.
American University
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20016
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| Application fee | $70 |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline | January 15 |
| School has early decision program | yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 15 |
| School has early action program | no |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Neither |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Not used SAT or ACT Considered if submitted |
31%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 5,988 |
|---|---|
| Declined | + 12,996 |
| Total Received | 18,984 |
Secondary school record
Character/ personal qualities
Essay
Extracurricular activities
Particular talent/ability
Recommendations
Volunteer Work
Alumni/ae relationship
Geographical residence
Minority affiliation
Standardized test scores
Work Experience
Class rank
Interview
Religious affiliation/commitment
State residency
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Andrea Felder
Assistant Vice Provost for Undergraduate Admissions
P: 202 885-6000
F: 202 885-1025
admissions@american.edu
71%
$33,952
| Tuition | $49,070 |
| Room | $7,460 |
| Board | $1,600 |
| Additional fees | $819 |
| Books & supplies | $800 |
| Total | $59,749 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $33,952 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $25,797 |
Need-based
| Federal | $5,926,784 |
| State | $145,577 |
| Institutional | $81,498,466 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $87,570,827 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | |
| Institutional | $18,419,758 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $18,419,758 |
|---|
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FAFSA
January 15
CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE
January 15
FAFSA
CSS/Financial Aid PROFILE
P: 202 885-6500
F: 202 885-1025
facounselor@american.edu
Brian Lee-Sang
Assistant Vice Provost for Financial Aid
facounselor@american.edu
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basketball, flag football, soccer (indoor/outdoor), softball, tennis, volleyball
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Billy Walker (men's)
Director Of Athletics
email
Athena Argyropoulos (women's)
Associate Director Of Athletics/swa
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61%
Transfer applicants accepted
33%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.50 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
60
Minimum transfers must complete
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 93 |
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| Countries most often represented |
China Panama Saudi Arabia Vietnam The Dominican Republic The United Kingdom |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Evelyn Levinson
Director, International Student Admissions
202 885-6000
intadm@american.edu
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