COLLEGE PROFILE
American University
Washington, DC
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American University, founded in 1893, is a church-affiliated, comprehensive institution. It is the only university in the country that expressly incorporates policy-making theory and experience into classes and curriculum in all majors. The school is located at the top of Embassy Row in one of Washington's most beautiful and secure neighborhoods, just 15 minutes from Capitol Hill. It is the premiere institution for educating students who want to exert influence in their chosen field of study. Programs are offered through the College of Arts and Sciences; the Schools of Business, Communication, International Service, and Public Affairs; and the Washington College of Law. The 84-acre main campus is located in northwest Washington, DC.
| Web Site | www.american.edu/ |
|---|---|
| Institution Type | Private |
| Coeducational | Yes |
| Undergraduate Students | 7,212 |
| Women | 4,260 (59.1%) |
| Men | 2,952 (40.9%) |
| Graduate Students | 5,512 |
ADMISSION
| Entrance Difficulty | Very difficult |
|---|---|
| Overall Admission Rate | 44% of 17,039 applicants were admitted |
| Early Action Offered | No |
| Early Decision Offered | Yes |
| Regular Admission Deadline | January 15 |
| Factor | Very Important | Important | Considered | Not Considered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academic GPA | X | |||
| Standardized Tests | X | |||
| Essay | X | |||
| Extracurricular Activities | X | |||
| Average GPA | 3.74 |
|---|---|
| SAT Math | 570-670 range of middle 50% |
| SAT Critical Reading | 590-690 range of middle 50% |
| SAT Writing | 580-680 range of middle 50% |
| ACT Composite | 26-30 range of middle 50% |
MONEY MATTERS
| Cost of Attendance | $53,419 |
|---|---|
Tuition and Fees | $39,499 |
Room and Board | $13,920 |
| Average Percent of Need Met | 82% |
| Average Freshman Award | $31,771 |
| Average Indebtedness of 2011 Graduates | $37,674 |
ACADEMICS
| Academic Calendar System | Semester |
|---|---|
| General Education/ Core Curriculum | Required |
| Full-Time Faculty Teaching Undergraduates | 712 |
| Regular Class Size | 2-9 students: 4% of classes 10-19 students: 39% of classes 20-29 students: 31% of classes 30-39 students: 19% of classes 40-49 students: 4% of classes 50-59 students: 2% of classes Over 100 students: 1% of classes |
CAMPUS LIFE
| Washington Population | 572,059 |
|---|---|
| Nearest Metropolitan Area | Washington, D.C. |
| Freshman Housing Guarantee | Freshmen are guaranteed housing |
| Students in College Housing | 98% of freshmen |
| Athletic Conferences | NCAA Division I |
| Mascot | Eagle (Clawed) |
| Sororities | |
| Fraternities |
STUDENTS
| Ethnicity of Students from U.S. | 0.5% American Indian/Alaskan Native 6.6% Asian 5.9% Black/African-American 8.2% Hispanic/Latino 2.9% Multi-race (not Hispanic/Latino) 0.2% Native Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander 60.9% White 14.9% Unknown |
|---|---|
| International Students | 7.5% from 89 countries |
| First-Year Students Returning | 89.7% |
| Students Graduating Within 4 Years | 73.8% |
| Graduates Offered Full-Time Employment Within 6 Months | Not reported |
| Graduates Pursuing Advanced Study Directly | Not reported |
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| GPA | SAT | ACT | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UW | W | M | CR | W | ||
| Average | 3.54 | 3.96 | 624 | 636 | 638 | 29 |
| Low | 2.34 | 2.56 | 410 | 400 | 400 | 20 |
| High | 4.00 | 5.00 | 800 | 800 | 800 | 35 |
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DID YOU KNOW?
• The Kennedy Political Union, AU's speakers' bureau, has presented lectures by the world's major leaders and celebrities.
• University clubs and organizations can use university-provided vans for their events within 50 miles of AU.
• The land on which AU is located was the site of the Union's Fort Gaines during the Civil War.
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