American University

Washington, D.C.
www.american.edu 4400 Massachusetts Ave NW, Washington, DC, 20016

American University Admissions

Acceptance Rate 64%
Acceptance Deadline January 15

American University Cost

Average Cost* $40,088
Average Total Aid Awarded $35,916
Students Receiving Financial Aid 41.98%
*Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

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American University Academics

Student Faculty Ratio 12:1

American University Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • International Relations
  • Business
  • Political Science and Government
  • Liberal Arts and Humanities
  • Public Relations
  • Economics
  • Public Health
  • Psychology
  • Journalism
  • Linguistics
  • Interpretation
  • and Translation

American University Online

Offers Online Courses Yes

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American University Students

Full-Time Undergrad Enrollment 8,463
Part-Time Undergraduates 335

American University Advisors

Jahan Mirchandani
Johns Hopkins University
Hello! I graduated from Johns Hopkins a year early with an honors degree in International Studies. During my time on campus I was on the volleyball team, Class President, in a fraternity, on the Admissions team, and part of the Model UN + Mock Trial teams. I joined Deloitte Consulting after graduating and have loved my 5 years there. I enjoy all things NY sports, biking, volleyball, politics, scrabble, chess, and discovering new music! As the first person to attend college in my extended family, I thoroughly enjoy sharing my advice, experience, and tips & tricks that I had to pick up by myself but can now help others :)

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Elana Grayson
Boston University
Hi! I'm Elana Grayson and I am a full-time College Advisor from the suburbs of New York City. I graduated from Boston University's College of Communication, where I spent my time as a Dean's Host, London study abroad participant, and Sigma Kappa Sorority sister. In addition, I hold a Masters in Library and Information Science from Long Island University. I am currently enrolled in UCLA's College Counseling Certificate program as I pivot from nine years as a Librarian in international schools in South Korea and Germany to being a full-time College Advisor. I have extensive experience editing college essays and am a volunteer college coach with a national college access non-profit for underrepresented populations. I am here to help reduce the anxiety and stress often associated with the college application process and help find a school that is a great fit for you!

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Amelie Thouvenot
Yale University
I work with a non-profit organization that provides capital and training to agricultural enterprises around the world. I studied Applied Mathematics at Yale University, and I'm passionate about the power of education - mathematics and beyond! On the weekends, I like to cook, plan my next trip and hike with my dog.

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Caroline Hutton
University of Chicago
Hello! I'm Caroline, a lifelong Midwesterner and 2018 graduate of the University of Chicago. Most of my four years at UChicago were spent reading in campus coffee shops, running civic engagement programming at the Institute of Politics, and (weather permitting) enjoying time along the shores of Lake Michigan with my friends. After college, I spent an amazing year teaching English on a Fulbright scholarship in Madrid, Spain. This past year, I had the incredible privilege of organizing for Elizabeth Warren's campaign in Iowa and Arkansas. I know how confusing and anxiety-inducing the college application process can be, and I'm here to tell you: it's all going to turn out okay, I promise. I'm so excited to help you find your dream school!

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Columbia University

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