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American University

Washington, District of Columbia, United States
University
Rankings2027

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QS World University Rankings (2027)
#646
Acceptance Rate
62%
Completion Rate
77%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
American University
Location
Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Undergraduate students
7266
International Students
5%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
10:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Four seasons
Safety
6.5
City Characteristics
Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$62,680/yr
2026-27, across 64 courses with a confirmed fee

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Courses at American University

64 courses, A–Z.