American University
American University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution in Washington, DC. It enrolls about 13,019 students and admits roughly 47% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Private nonprofit 4-year |
| Control | private nonprofit |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Washington, DC 20016 |
| County | District of Columbia |
| Enrollment | 13,019 |
| Acceptance rate | 47% |
| Applicants / admitted | 17,786 / 8,427 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $56,543 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $56,543 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 78% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 86% |
| Campus setting | City: Large |
| Size category | 10,000 - 19,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| SAT middle 50% (EBRW+Math) | 670–740 |
| ACT middle 50% | 29–33 |
| Website | www.american.edu/ |
| Phone | 2028851000 |
Admissions
About 17,786 students applied and 8,427 were admitted. Of those admitted, 1,856 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $56,543 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Outcomes
Of the 1,776 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 78% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
American University is in Washington, DC, District of Columbia. Its coordinates are 38.9360, -77.0889.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at American University?
About 47% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 17,786 applicants.
How much does American University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $56,543 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend American University?
About 13,019 students are enrolled.