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Colleges / American University

American University

Washington, DC 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate41%

American University FAQ

The deadline for Fall Freshman applications to American University is Jan 15 and the deadline for Fall transfer applications is May 1. There are -822 days left to apply.
In-state tuition for American University is $55,724. Each state defines how students qualify for in-state tuition. For undergraduates who are claimed as dependents on their parents' taxes, where their parents live usually determines eligibility for in-state tuition.
American University's current tuition and fees are $55,724 a year for in-state students and $55,724 for out-of-state students. Room and board at American University is another $16,520 for students who live on campus. The amount of the average financial aid package students receive is around $37,921
American University is a 4-Year college. Most students take 4 years to graduate. Four-year schools typically result in bachelor's degrees. Two-year schools typically result in associate degrees.
American University is located in Washington, DC.
Out-of-state tuition for American University is $55,724. Tuition for out-of-state students is higher at public universities, because the state government provides some funding for in-state students who attend. Private colleges usually have the same tuition for in-state and out-of-state students.
American University is a Private school. Public colleges receive some government funding while private schools rely on tuition and endowment for funding. Private schools can have higher tuition, but may also offer more generous financial aid packages than public schools. Public and private schools may also vary in size, environment, and types of majors and instruction offered.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

13,885

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

41%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$56,543

Out-of-State

$56,543

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jan 15
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