Undergraduate academic requirements
- Completion of high school/ secondary education
Program
Bachelor's
Key facts
- Duration4 years
- ProgramOn campus
- PaceFull-time
- Annual tuition fee59,016USD
- Start dateJan, Sep
- University ranking#587
Program overview
What American University says about their program:
Issues of justice, points of law, security concerns—we read about them every day. They stream across our screens. At the Department of Justice, Law & Criminology in the AU School of Public Affairs, we give you the tools you need to tackle today’s critically important challenges in criminal justice and criminology, terrorism and homeland security, and justice and law.
Admission requirements
Postgraduate academic requirements
- Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2
2) or equivalent.
English proficiency
English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.
Documents required
- Passport
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree certificate or diploma
- Proof of English proficiency
- Statement of purpose or personal statement
- Recommendation letters
- Finance proof
- Translations
- Credential evaluations
Scholarships at American University
A highly selective scholarship for international students who need a non-immigrant visa, preferably F-1 or J-1. It covers all billable AU expenses, including full tuition, room, and board, but excludes non-billable costs such as insurance, books, travel, taxes, and miscellaneous expenses.
Partial merit scholarships for first-year international applicants. Awards are competitive and based on academic achievement, English communication skills, leadership, volunteerism, and community service. International applicants are considered through the admissions process.
All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.
Fees
American University provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. American University encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.
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
What is the cost of living near American University?
| Category | Cost (in United States Dollar) |
|---|---|
| Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre | $2,369 |
| Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre | $1,820 |
| Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse) | $130 |
| Internet (60 Mbps unlimited) | $68 |
| Mobile phone plan (data + calls) | $80 |
| Monthly public transport pass | $115 |
| Monthly grocery basket | $267 |
| Books and study supplies (monthly) | $100 |
| Coffee shop drink | $6 |
| Cinema or cultural event ticket | $17 |
| Gym membership | $113 |
Indicative monthly costs per person.
Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and american.edu (University published).
Visa requirements for American University
Navigating the visa process is a crucial step in your study abroad journey. Make sure to seek guidance and support to ensure you meet all necessary requirements for your time at American University.