Washington, DC

American University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
American University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Washington, DC.
It is a R2 university with high research activities.
American University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

62% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 17,173 applied, 10,640 accepted, and 1,662 enrolled in American.
659 men and 1,003 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.
Admission Stats

1,370 SAT, 31 ACT

In 2024-25, the average SAT score is 1,370 and ACT score is 31. The SAT score of 1370 is very high, 86 to 90 as in percentile.
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SAT Score
Total128013701460
Evidence-Based Reading and Writing660700740
Math620670720
ACT Score
Composite293132
Math252729
English283335
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2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $58,771 for undergraduate programs and $36,754 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 3.94% compared to last year at American University.
Cost Breakdown

Financial Aid

3,774 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $32,205.
For freshmen, 1,437 students (82%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $31,402.
Detailed Financial Aid

Student Population

A total of 12,321 students enrolled American in 2025.
By gender, 4,592 men and 7,729 women students are enrolled.
There are 7,476 undergraduate and 4,845 graduate students.
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209 Major Programs

  • 15 programs through online
  • 85 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate
Area of Study

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of American is 75%.
The retention rate is 88% for full-time and 88% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
75%
Retention Rate
88%
Students to Faculty Ratio
10 to 1
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Facutly & Staffs

A total of 1,662 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for American and the average faculty salary is $123,494. The studetns to faculty ratio is 10 to 1.
There are 3,728 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $97,171.
Number of Faculties
1,662
Average Faculty Salary
$123,494
Number of Staffs
3,728
Average Staff Salary
$97,171

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Libraries
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Athletics

American University is a member of Patriot League.
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