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Key facts

  • Type
    Private
  • International students
    1830
  • Nationalities
    123
  • Total programs
    238

Study abroad at American University

American University (AU) is a student-centered research university located in Washington, DC, USA. It offers a wide range of degree programs at all levels, including bachelor's, master's and doctorate.

You can join AU's International Accelerator program, which is designed specifically to help international students adjust to life in Washington. Classes are designed around your academic and English language skill level, and you will learn alongside other international students. There are more than 65 undergraduate and 20 postgraduate degree programs you can choose from.

International students can also take the one year American Collegiate program which combines small, academic courses with personalized support. After the successful completion of the program you'll be able to transfer to a top US or world university.

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Why study at American University

  • Student staff ratio

    The student-to-faculty ratio at AU is just 11:1

  • Qualified faculty

    94% of full-time teaching faculty hold the highest degree in their field

  • Top 100 university

    AU is ranked as the 76th best national university (US News and World Report 2021)

Location

American University

4400 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016, United States

Strategically located in a beautiful residential district of Washington, DC, the campus‚ is an accredited arboretum that combines the advantages of a traditional college setting with the energy, culture, and opportunities of a global capital city.

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Fees and funding

Funding

Undergraduate

Emerging Global Leader Scholarship The AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship promotes educational access and opportunity while enhancing international diversity. Bringing together the best of AU - academic excellence, leadership development, and global engagement - the AU Emerging Global Leader achieves, inspires, and serves with vision.

  • Amount

    Covers all billable AU expenses (full tuition, room, and board) for one international student who will need a non-immigrant visa (preferably an F-1 or J-1 student visa) to study in the United States. The scholarship does not cover non-billable expenses such as mandatory health insurance, books, airline tickets, taxes, and miscellaneous expenses

  • Requirements

    International students who have overcome various obstacles and challenges as well as those from diverse and underrepresented global and socioeconomic backgrounds. A minimum 3.8 GPA equivalent out of 4.0 GPA (or in the top 10% of graduating class) for 9th-12th grades. A demonstrated commitment to leadership, volunteerism, community service, and to advancing the needs of people in their home country.

Graduate

Merit Awards

  • Amount

    These awards offer waivers ranging from twelve credits to full tuition each year

  • Requirements

    Talented international master's and doctoral students may qualify for Graduate Merit Awards through their departments

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    USD$55,724 per year

  • Graduate tuition

    USD$34,596 per year

  • MBA Program

    USD$46,128 per year

  • Master of Law (LLM)

    USD$36,704 per year

  • Pathway programs

    USD$22,302 per program

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Visa requirements for American University

Many international students will require a visa to study in the US, and this is a vital step of your study abroad journey. Make sure you understand the requirements you may need to meet before applying.

USA student visa requirements

Life at American University

American University is home to students from all 50 states, and 124 countries, giving it a welcoming and diverse community.

As an international student on the International Accelerator or American Collegiate program, you'll get comprehensive academic support and dedicated advisors will be available to help from the day you arrive to the completion of your program.

You will also get help from transfer advisors to identify your academic goals and work out which transfer university is right for you. American Collegiate students will live in off-campus housing close to campus in Washington, DC. You can also join one or more of the University's 150 student clubs and organizations - a great way to meet new people and make friends.

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Facilities

  • Transport
    • Campus parking
    • Campus Bus Service
    • On-Campus Shuttle
  • Praying Rooms
    • Pre sessional English Academic skills courses
    • Skills classes
    • Chaplaincy
    • Workshops
    • Language Center
    • Group Praying Rooms
  • All Weather Sports Pitches
    • Tennis Courts
    • Athletics Track
    • Diving Pools
    • Swimming pools
    • Basketball Courts
    • volleyball courts
    • Climbing Wall
  • Fitness Centre
    • Swimming Pool
    • Treatment Rooms
    • Climbing Walls
    • Fitness Classes
    • Free Weights
    • Machines
    • Personal Trainers
    • Dance Studio
  • Library
    • Computer labs
    • Quiet Areas
    • Group Study Rooms
    • Museum
  • IT Support
    • Loan Laptops
    • Campus Wireless Connectivity
  • Sports Facilities
    • Sport facilities
    • Natural Turf Soccer Pitches
  • Healthcare & Medical
    • Counselling & Mental Health Services
    • Campus Doctor
    • Travel Vaccinations
  • Clubs & Organisations
    • 150 Clubs & Organizations
  • Tutoring Support
    • Academic Tutoring & Support
    • Peer & Buddy Program
    • Student Tutoring & Support
  • Food & Restaurants
    • 18 Restaurants
    • 2 Cafe’s

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