School : American University

Country :

State/City : Washington

Average Tuition : $41000 USD

Average Living Cost : $4000 USD

Average Housing Cost : $7000 USD

Education Level :

GPA : 3.6

Age : 16~60

Additional :

American University is a private doctoral institution situated in a residential neighborhood of northwest Washington, D.C. Our total fall 2013 enrollment was 12,817, with 6,824 degree-seeking undergraduates, 3,449 degree-seeking graduate students, 1,716 law students, and 828 students in nondegree certificate programs, Washington Semester, or AU Abroad.

We offer 69 bachelor’s degrees, 73 master’s degrees, 11 doctoral degrees, and a JD program, as well as 72 certificate programs at both the graduate and undergraduate level. Courses run on a 15-week semester basis in fall and spring, with shorter summer-term classes. In addition, we offer study-abroad programs and alternative breaks. 87 percent of our undergraduates and 65 percent of our master's students participate in at least one internship.

Our student body is cosmopolitan and globally diverse, with all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and 140 countries represented. Seven percent of undergraduates and 13 percent of graduate students are international.

The university’s mission is carried out by 848 full-time faculty and nearly 1,700 full-time staff. 94 percent of full-time faculty hold the highest degree in their field. Among our 621 adjunct faculty are policy makers, diplomats, journalists, artists, writers, scientists, and business leaders.

AU's Schools & Colleges

College of Arts & Sciences

More than 100 programs in the arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, and education, in a vibrant scholarly community offering first-rate opportunities for internship, research, and creative expression.

Kogod School of Business

An accredited business school with a global focus that offers a top-ranked undergraduate degree and full- and part-time graduate programs, including an MBA. Kogod believes profit and purpose are not at odds.

School of International Service

Located in Washington, D.C., SIS prepares graduates for global service in government, nonprofits and business.

School of Communication

Leader in emerging and traditional media with programs ranging from journalism and strategic communication to media entrepreneurship, and film and electronic media.

School of Professional and Extended Studies

SPExS offers unique internship and academic opportunities for undergraduates and graduates.

School of Public Affairs

SPA is a top-ranked school of justice, government, public administration, and policy.

Washington College of Law

Specialized programs include international law, law and government, trial advocacy, IP, and business, with unparalleled experiential education opportunities through clinics and externships.