Anonymous
Post 02/03/2026 12:56     Subject: American University
For students who were awarded $35k merit, what test score (if any) was submitted?

Thanks (parent of an interested HS junior)
Anonymous
Post 02/03/2026 12:52     Subject: American University
Also got the 35k merit scholarship. Likely going to attend.
Anonymous
Post 02/03/2026 12:26     Subject: American University
Any other feedback on AU?
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 13:18     Subject: American University
Anonymous wrote:American is one of those rare Goldilocks "just right" size unis in a perfect college city. All the benefits of DC with a cozy campus.

It's high on my DS's list and he wants to study poli sci!


+1 I was expecting to hate it because we are local. My DD and I were pleasantly surprised at our tour and info session. The campus is nice and the kids are, too. If you aren’t from this area, the location is great. With a new President, AU will definitely be on the rise.
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 13:05     Subject: American University
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Anonymous wrote:It is expensive, but not particularly competitive.


How much aid do they give typically (the range?) if they do?


Our DC applied for IR/poli sci. They got merit (not need) based aid of $35K per year. Tuition is $60K so that would bring it down to $25K a year tuition, which is very competitive.


Wasn't it posted that tuition is near 85k?


$83,380. All in


Don't colleges typically post the all-in amount for following year in the prior Spring? So for those applying during 2026-2027 cycle, the sum $ will be revealed Spring 2026?
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 13:04     Subject: American University
My dd also got 35k merit scholarship.

Not at the top of her list, but liked it enough on the tour.
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 13:00     Subject: American University
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:It is expensive, but not particularly competitive.


How much aid do they give typically (the range?) if they do?


Our DC applied for IR/poli sci. They got merit (not need) based aid of $35K per year. Tuition is $60K so that would bring it down to $25K a year tuition, which is very competitive.


Wasn't it posted that tuition is near 85k?


No that is the COA, full cost including room & board & books. The tuition is $60-61K.
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 12:58     Subject: American University
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:It is expensive, but not particularly competitive.


How much aid do they give typically (the range?) if they do?


Our DC applied for IR/poli sci. They got merit (not need) based aid of $35K per year. Tuition is $60K so that would bring it down to $25K a year tuition, which is very competitive.


Wasn't it posted that tuition is near 85k?


$83,380. All in
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 12:50     Subject: American University
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:It is expensive, but not particularly competitive.


How much aid do they give typically (the range?) if they do?


Our DC applied for IR/poli sci. They got merit (not need) based aid of $35K per year. Tuition is $60K so that would bring it down to $25K a year tuition, which is very competitive.


Wasn't it posted that tuition is near 85k?
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 12:12     Subject: American University
Our DC, who goes to a W school in MCPS, will probably apply to American as a safety school. We've heard good things but for the just OK academic reputation it would be a pretty expensive option.

Still, decent school, lovely area, you could do worse.
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 10:34     Subject: American University
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:It is expensive, but not particularly competitive.


How much aid do they give typically (the range?) if they do?


Our DC applied for IR/poli sci. They got merit (not need) based aid of $35K per year. Tuition is $60K so that would bring it down to $25K a year tuition, which is very competitive.
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 06:13     Subject: American University
Anonymous wrote:No, don’t listen to this nonsense. It is a great school for IR. More neutral probably for other subjects and most people wouldn’t have a view either way.


IR as an undergrad or their graduate IR programs?
Anonymous
Post 01/22/2026 06:06     Subject: American University
Anonymous wrote:It is expensive, but not particularly competitive.


How much aid do they give typically (the range?) if they do?
Anonymous
Post 01/14/2026 20:02     Subject: American University
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Anonymous wrote:Is American's reputation in the D.C. area as bad as one might believe reading DCUM? How is it looked at in your experience in the D.C. area? I want to know if it should be a school to consider or whether even going to it as a safety would be looked at negatively.


AU is overpriced for what they give you. Personally, I would avoid


Do they accept credits for English classes kid took during high school (AP, IB, DE)? [/quote

I can't answer that for you but, my kid transferred in and they didn't accept much
Anonymous
Post 01/14/2026 19:59     Subject: American University
Anonymous wrote:
Anonymous wrote:Is American's reputation in the D.C. area as bad as one might believe reading DCUM? How is it looked at in your experience in the D.C. area? I want to know if it should be a school to consider or whether even going to it as a safety would be looked at negatively.


AU is overpriced for what they give you. Personally, I would avoid


Do they accept credits for English classes kid took during high school (AP, IB, DE)?