American University or AU is a private university founded in 1893. Currently, it is 125 years old. AU is a student-centered research institution located in Washington D.C. With highly ranked schools and colleges, renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. Students at AU distinguish themselves for their service, leadership, and ability to rethink global and domestic challenges and opportunities. At AU passion becomes action; students actively engage in the world around them; and the leaders of today train the leaders of tomorrow.
AU has students from over 125 countries from around the world and all over the U.S. More than 14,000 undergraduate, graduate and law students come to study at the university. With eight schools and over 170 programs including bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral degrees. American University students choose a personalized curriculum of theoretical study and experiential learning. Taught by internationally recognized faculty in courses that take them from the classroom, to the nation’s capital, and all around the globe. 90% of AU’s students could pursue their master’s degrees within 6 months after graduations.
American University is a leading student-centered research university. Where passionate learners, bold leaders, engaged scholars, innovators, and active citizens unleash the power of collaborative discovery. While partner with key organizations in the Washington, DC, region, and around the globe. To better the human condition, learn from a vast array of experiences and internships, create meaningful change, and address society’s current and emerging challenges.
American University and International Affairs:
AU has the largest School of International Affairs in the United States. Many politicians such as U.S. Reps. Loretta Sanchez, Donald Manzullo and more. Former U.S. Reps. — Betsy Markey, Bill Shuster and Mike Panetta also graduated from this school. United States of America presidents: John F. Kennedy and Barack Obama are AU’s Board of Trustees. Therefore, plenty of great opportunities to work with large firms like Teach For America, Deloitte, Cambridge, Associates, Ernst & Young, Peach Corps. And other firms of AU’s alumni that are open for AU students. It takes only a short journey from AU to many major cities which can be accessed by 3 airports in the region.
Location
Washington D.C. (USA)
Located in a beautiful residential district of Washington, DC. The campus has an accredited arboretum. Combines the advantages of a traditional college setting with the energy, culture, and opportunities of a global capital city. The 90-acre campus gives the advantages of a traditional college setting. Combined with unparalleled access to the energy, culture, and opportunities of our nation’s capital. At AU, students will enjoy the wonders of all 4 seasons. Full-bloomed cherry blossoms in spring, warmth in summer, colorful leaves in autumn and mild temperature in winter.
Whether students are learning in the century-old structures and state-of-the-art facilities. Experiencing the arts in our museums and theatres, or venturing out into the city. AU offers endless opportunities. The university provides dormitories for students both on and off campus. With full facilities and 24-hour security system under the supervision of the university staff. Available choices are:
- On-campus: Shared double and triple room with other AU students
- Off-campus: Shared one-bedroom with two twin beds (the Berkshire is located within a walking distance from the campus)
School & Faculty
- School of Education
- College of Arts and Sciences
- School of International Service
- Kogod School of Business
- School of Professional & Extended Studies
- Washington College of Law
- School of Public Affairs
