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Your Future at AU
At American University, students turn passion into action. In Washington, DC, learning goes beyond the classroom with access to internships, research, and career opportunities that shape real-world experience. Our community of students and faculty work together to think critically, engage globally, and make a meaningful impact.
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Best College Town
Princeton Review, 2024
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for Green Colleges
Princeton Review 2025
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for Co-ops/Internships
U.S. News & World Report 2026
Academics
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American University offers 81 bachelor’s degrees across six schools. You'll develop essential life and career skills in small classes led by expert faculty. You can choose from over 230 hands-on learning opportunities, including internships (completed by 89% of undergrads), volunteering in DC, studying abroad, or collaborating on research with professors.
92% of first-year students said, “I can see a bright future for myself at AU.”
Incoming Student Survey, 2021 & 2022
Student Life
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Life beyond the classroom at American University is enriching and fun! Connect with peers in a living-learning community, explore over 200 student clubs and organizations, or engage as a student-athlete or dedicated supporter of AU Athletics. Enjoy dining options in the newly renovated Terrace Dining Room or savor a coffee at The Bridge.
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