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Best Things

  1. AU Abroad program for studying internationally
  2. The Career Center
  3. Comfortable, clean, and friendly dorms
  4. Engaging and expert professors
  5. Great food off campus
  6. Internship opportunities in the city
  7. Large international student population
  8. Politically passionate students and faculty
  9. Small campus
  10. Small classes

Happy Students

91% of students return after their first year.

Proven Success

79% of students will complete their education and graduate with a degree.

Knowledgeable Professors

100% of students surveyed rated the general knowledge of professors as above average.

Low-Stress Course Load

75% of students surveyed rated the manageability of work as above average.

Big Dorms

59% of students surveyed felt that dorms were more spacious than average.

Accepting Campus Community

76% of students surveyed said that the campus community as a whole is very accepting of members of minority groups.

Great Local Atmosphere

91% of students surveyed said that there is always something fun and interesting going on near campus.

Students Don't Want to Leave

60% of students surveyed said that they would totally live in the area after graduation.

Safe Campus

67% of students surveyed said that they feel extremely safe and secure on campus.

Help Finding a Job or Internship

81% of students surveyed said that the career center is very helpful and provides services to students beyond help landing a job.

Learn from the Best

95% of faculty have earned the highest degree in their field.

Help to Succeed

The school has academic and career counseling available to help you when you need it.

Get AP Credit

If you took AP classes in high school, you might be able to get college credit for them.

Work Part-Time During School

Employment services are available for students.

Top Rankings and Student Raves About Them

Transportation at American University

hellotherestars

Liberal Arts and Humanities '13

4.2
A-

Shuttle, Metro, Buses.

Shuttle takes you to metro, which is the best option to getting around DC. The walk isn't bad either. There are, however, frequently delays on the red line. Easy to get to airports. Shared ride programs available through the AU community, too.

Mar 19, 2010

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Local Atmosphere at American University

jessanesbitt

Anthropology and Archaeology '14

4.2
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Lots to Do

DC is a great area for exploring, with a lot of shops, restaurants, bookstores and cultural events with all of the embassies so close.

Dec 24, 2011

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Academics at American University

papillon

Mathematics & Statistics '11

4.2
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Any Major

Au promotes that if they don't offer your major you can always create one. This is rarely done but it has been done. You will need to work closely with professors and an advisor to create your program.

May 19, 2010

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