American University
Washington, DC
40%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 7,926 |
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| Declined | 11,584 |
| Total Received | 19,510 |
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Founded in 1893, American University is a private four-year research university that is known for its strong programs in international affairs, law, and communication. It is located on an 84-acre carbon-neutral designated campus in northwest Washington, D.C.
| Official website | Visit website |
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| Application link | Apply online |
| Public/private | Private |
| Campus enrollment | 13,885 |
| Established in | 1893 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational |
| Religious affiliation | Methodist |
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 | $75 |
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| Admissions interview (required or recommended) | Neither |
| Common application accepted | Yes |
| Application deadline (final deadline) | January 15 |
| School has early decision program | Yes |
| Early decision program application deadline | November 15 |
| SAT/ACT requirements | SAT or ACT Considered if submitted |
40%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 7,926 |
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| Declined | 11,584 |
| Total Received | 19,510 |
Secondary School GPA
Recommendations
TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)
Completion of college-preparatory program
Secondary School Record
Formal demonstration of competencies
Secondary School Rank
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98%
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83%
$30,338
| Tuition | $56,543 |
| Housing | $10,910 |
| Food | $6,130 |
| Additional fees | $1,620 |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 |
| Total | $76,203 |
| Average Financial Aid | - $30,338 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $45,865 |
Need-based
| Federal | $4,907,290 |
| State | $129,442 |
| Institutional | $83,387,574 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $88,424,306 |
Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | |
| Institutional | $19,289,332 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $19,289,332 |
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13,885
2%
98%
57%
43%
96%
4%
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Transfer applicants enrolled
Students are transfer students
| Minimum requirements | College GPA: 2.00 |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
| Interview | Not Required/Recommended |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Not Required/Recommended |
Maximum transferred
60
Minimum transfers must complete
45
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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 Colombia India Panama Vietnam The Dominican Republic |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
ESL program/classes International student center Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
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