American University

American University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution located in Washington, DC. It has a 47.4% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1460 and median ACT of 33. The average net price is $41,943. American University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

Admissions Statistics

Student Outcomes

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at American University:

Family Income	Avg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000	$23,233
$30,001 – $48,000	$20,444
$48,001 – $75,000	$26,035
$75,001 – $110,000	$30,063
$110,000+	$53,673

Top Majors at American University

Major	Degrees Awarded
Social Sciences	653
Business, Management & Marketing	265
Communication & Journalism	143
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies	109
Homeland Security & Criminal Justice	106
Visual & Performing Arts	91
Psychology	72
Health Professions	61
Biological & Biomedical Sciences	60
Natural Resources & Conservation	37

Financial Aid at American University

• 82.0% of students receive some form of financial aid
• Average grant/scholarship: $31,402 per year
• Average net price (all students): $41,943 per year

About American University

• Type: Private nonprofit 4-year
• Location: Washington, DC
• Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity
• Accreditation: Middle States Commission on Higher Education
• Yield Rate: 1400.0%

Official website: https://www.american.edu/

Admissions: https://www.american.edu/admissions/

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