American University - Washington, DC

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American University

School Overview

American University has a United Methodist religious affiliation.

The maximum program length is more than 4 years. The highest degree offered by the school is the Doctoral (and professional) degree. American University is a private, for-profit school.

Contacting the School

4400 Massachusetts Ave Nw
Washington, DC 20016-8001
Main Phone: (202) 885-1000
Web Site: www.american.edu

Student Body Size and Diversity

In Fall 2002, the school had 11,449 (full-time equivalent) students. 99.8% of students attend full-time, while 0.2% attend part-time. In Fall 2002, 447 male students and 839 female students enrolled as first-time students (freshmen, typically). Male students comprised 34.8% of the student body, while females made up 65.2%.

Minority enrollment included African-American (754)%, Hispanic (592)%, Asian (626)%, and Native American (73)%.

School Selectivity

In the class starting in 2002, 53.2% of applicants were admitted.

Verbal SAT:
Three quarters of students scored at least 590. One quarter of students scored at least 690.

Math SAT:
On the Math SAT, 75% of students scored 580 or higher. One fourth of students scored 670 or higher.

Degree Programs

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Area Cultural And Ethnic Studies

Business And Management

Communications

Computer

Education

English Language And Literature

Environmental Conservation

Natural Resources Conservation

Health Care

Pre Med

History And Social Sciences

Humanities And Liberal Arts

Liberal Arts

Interdisciplinary Studies

Law School And Legal

Law And Legal

Leisure Recreation And Fitness

Health And Fitness

Life Sciences

Literature And Language

Mathematics

Performing And Visual Arts

Philosophy And Religion

Physical Sciences

Protective Services

Criminal Justice

Psychology

Public Administration And Public Service

Athletics, Including Athletic Scholarships & Financial Aid

American University belongs to the following athletic conferences:

Patriot League (for basketball, and track & field).

The school offers financial aid to athletes for basketball, track & field, and in general.

Special Student Services

Academic Services

AP credits
Weekend college
Distance learning options
Study abroad

Financial Flexibility

ROTC
Student employment services
Career counseling
On-campus day Care

Cost of Attending

In-State, Living On Campus:	$ 45,137
In-State, Living With Family:	$ 33,325
Out of State, Living On Campus:	$ 45,137

Admission Requirements

The school does not offer open admission; requirements include:

Required:

High-school GPA is required.
Secondary school record is required.
Standardized test scores are required.
Recommendations are required.
A college preparatory program is required.
The TOEFL (if applicable) is required for international students.

Recommended (but not required):

A demonstration of competency (such as samples of work, e.g.) is recommended.

Neither Required Nor Recommended:

Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended.

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