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American University

Washington, District of Columbia · Private · 7,266 undergrads

American University admits 66% of applicants (fall 2025, Common Data Set 2025-26).

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Can I get into American University?

66% of applicants get in

Most applicants with solid grades get in. The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent scores had 1320–1440 on the SAT.

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Likely: even the low end of our estimate is 60% or more, and the college admits at least 25% of applicants. Target: our estimate is 30% or more. Reach: our estimate is under 30%, or the college admits under 15%. Long shot: our estimate is under 12%, or the college admits under 12%. Estimates use the college's admit rate and score range plus your grades and scores. They are not a promise.

20,960 applied, 13,741 admitted, fall 2025 (Common Data Set).

What does American University cost?

$41,302 a year

What students who got federal aid paid on average after grants, 2024-25. The sticker price, with housing and food, is $79,369.

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Average paid after grants by family income
under $30,000$28,397
$30,000–$48,000$19,487
$48,000–$75,000$27,150
$75,000–$110,000$31,984
over $110,000$53,571

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Net price 2024-25, College Scorecard.

When is American University due?

Not checked yet

We haven't checked American University's fall 2027 application deadlines yet. Last year, regular decision was due Jan 15 and the early round Nov 1. Confirm this year's dates on its admissions site. Go to the college's site

Every American University deadline

Last year's dates: Common Data Set 2025-26.

Does American University need the SAT or ACT?Not checked yet

Not sure yet

We haven't checked American University's fall 2027 rule yet. American University didn't require scores for fall 2024 (federal data). We haven't checked fall 2027 yet, so confirm on its site.

Which colleges require scores

IPEDS, fall 2024. American University's site

What it's like

7,266
undergrads. Mid-size: plenty of people, and professors who can learn your name.
City
Campus setting in Washington, DC.
88%
of first-years come back for year two.
72%
finish in four years. 78% within six.
$85.5k
median pay 10 years after starting.
$22.3k
median federal debt at graduation.

Lists American University is on

Colleges for a 1400 SATColleges for a 1350 SATColleges for a 32 ACT

Questions people ask

What is American University's acceptance rate?
66% for fall 2025: 13,741 of 20,960 applicants were admitted (Common Data Set).
What SAT score do you need for American University?
The middle half of enrolled first-years who sent SAT scores had 1320 to 1440 (Common Data Set, fall 2025). A quarter scored higher and a quarter lower, so a score in that range is typical, not a cutoff.
How much does American University cost for a family earning $60,000?
Families earning $48,000–$75,000 paid an average of $27,150 a year after grants in 2024-25 (students who got federal aid). The sticker price is $79,369.
Does American University have early decision?
Yes. 316 of 392 early decision applicants were admitted (81%) in fall 2025. Early decision is binding: if you're admitted, you go.
What is American University's graduation rate?
78% of students finish within six years and 72% within four (IPEDS).