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Check whether American University is right for you as an international student.
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.
The student-to-faculty ratio at AU is just 11:1
94% of full-time teaching faculty hold the highest degree in their field
AU is ranked as the 76th best national university (US News and World Report 2021)
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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Undergraduate tuition: 50 542 USD / per year Graduate Tuition: 44 600 USD / per year Pathway programs starting from 22 302 USD / per program
American University
4400 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC 20016, United States
Strategically located in a beautiful residential district of Washington, DC, the campus—an accredited arboretum—combines the advantages of a traditional college setting with the energy, culture, and opportunities of a global capital city.
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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.
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