For Educators: Military Resources
American University
Tuition
56,543
Students
16,240
School Type
Private, not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Size & Setting
Large | Urban
About
Overview
School Type
Private, not-for-profit, 4-year or above
Students Enrolled
16,240
Graduation Rate
78%
Religious Affiliation
United Methodist
Admissions
Acceptance Rate47.38%
Apply
17,786
Accepted
8,427
Attend
1,856
Application Fee
Undergraduate
$75
Graduate
$63
Test Scores
Sat Range
1300 - 1450
Act Range
29 - 33
Application Requirements
High school transcript
Required
High school GPA
Required
Recommendation letter
Required
Admissions test (SAT or ACT)
Not Applicable
TOEFL (international students)
Required
Completion of college prep program
Required
Demonstration of competencies
Not Applicable
Cost & Aid
Annual Tuition & Fees
Undergraduate
In-State
$56,543
Out-of-State
$56,543
Financial Aid & Student Loans
Financial Aid (Average)
Federal Grants
$5,376
State/Local Grants
$525
Institutional/Scholarships
$30,259
Graduate
In-State
$33,239
Out-of-State
$33,239
Student Loans (Average)
Federal Loans
N/A
Other Loans
$30,157
Other Annual Estimated Costs
Food & Housing
$17,012
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Personal Expenses
$1,620
Financial Aid Resources
Financial Aid
Stressed about all the money talk? Review our tips on financial aid, including scholarships, grants and all the other ways you can help cover school costs.
Paying for College Through the Military
Can't decide between college and the Military? Good news: You don't have to. Learn how the Military can help support — and pay for — your education, from the GI Bill to ROTC.
ROTC Programs Available
Reserve Officers Training Corp (ROTC) is a college scholarship program that prepares students to become military officers
Learn more about ROTC
Programs for Service Members and Veterans
Post-9/11 GI Bill (Students Receiving)
356
Average Assistance
$25,303
DoD Tuition Assistance (Students Receiving)
36
Average Assistance
$1,941
Academics
Graduation Rate78%
Student Faculty Ratio9:1
Most Popular Undergraduate Majors
- International Relations and Affairs
- Business Administration and Management, General
- Political Science and Government, General
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
- Public Relations/Image Management
View All Undergraduate Majors
Most Popular Graduate Programs
- International Relations and Affairs
- Public Administration
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General
- Public Policy Analysis, General
- Homeland Security
View All Graduate Programs
Student Body
Students Enrolled16,240
Undergraduate
9,160
Graduate
7,080
Full-Time
81
Part-Time
19
Campus Life
Sports
Men's
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving (combined)
- Wrestling
- Basketball
Women's
- Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Swimming and Diving (combined)
- Field Hockey
Student Services
Meal Plan
Yes
Counseling Services
Yes
Remedial Services
No
Work-Study
Yes
Placement Services
No
Study Abroad
Yes
Weekend/Evening Classes
Yes
On-campus day care for student's children
Yes