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Tuition & Costs

Your Estimated Price

$52,519 Annual Cost to Attend

Cost Breakdown
$37,554 tuition
$13,648 on campus room & board
$800 books
$517 fees

$52,519 Annual Cost to Attend

Cost Breakdown
$37,554 tuition
$13,648 on campus room & board
$800 books
$517 fees
Estimated Net Price
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Average Aid

$19,776 Annual Institutional Aid

Average Aid
80% of students receive aid
16% get federal aid ($5,452 avg)
4% get state aid ($655 avg)
71% get institn'l aid ($19,776 avg)
56% get loans ($8,184 avg)

Tuition Trends

Historical Tuition and Fees, with Projected Future Amounts

Future projections are based on past four years' data averaging 4.58% annual change in in-state tuition and fees and 4.58% change in out-of-state tuition and fees. Amounts shown are estimates only and not guaranteed. For a better estimate, contact the college directly.

Financial Aid

$22,474,660
Annual Aid Awarded
Aid/Loans
Average Amount Percent Awarded
Grant or Scholarship Aid $20,525 73%
Federal Grant Aid $5,452 16%
Pell Grants $4,057 15%
Other Federal Grants $1,553 15%
Institution Grant Aid $19,776 71%
State Grant Aid $655 4%
Student Loans $8,184 56%
Federal Loans $5,897 56%
Other Loans $19,529 7%

Merit Aid

Financial Aid Timeline
Financial aid priority deadline: -
Financial aid deadline: February 15
College will notify student of financial aid decisions on or about: -
Student must reply to financial aid decision by: -
Does American University offer...
Prepaid Tuition Plan? Yes
Tuition Payment Plan? Yes
Financial Aid Contact Info
4400 Massachusetts Ave NW
Washington, DC 20016-8001
(202) 885-6000
http://WWW.AMERICAN.EDU
Costs Per Credit Hour
In State $1,251
Out of State $1,251

Reviews

Student Responses to Review Topic: Bang for the buck
  • 4
  • Celeste from Washington, DC
  • Apr-17-2013 I am a current student here

    AU has lots of academic and social programs that really help students get the most out of their education, but you have to be proactive and go out to find them. This university really prides itself in having one of the highest percentages of graduating students with a job and they do everything they can to keep up that reputation, so they really make sure that all students are fully prepared to enter the workforce after graduating. They host career fairs, help you write your resume and cover letters, tell you what to wear, practice interviewing skills, and provide lots of networking and internship connections. If you take advantage of these opportunities, you'll be set do enter the field you chose.

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  • 5
  • Sarah from San Antonio, TX
  • Mar-16-2013 I am a current student here

    AMU keeps their rates and fees minimal so that it is an affordable education for thier military members. Military TA would cover several classes a FY.

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  • 3
  • Maria from Ripley, WV
  • Jan-09-2013 I am accepted here and planning to attend soon

    If you can find a job quickly, it is worth it. From what I heard, many students come out with at least $30K in student loans. The housing is expensive and not to my standards. The food plans are expensive, but convenient, although I prefer cooking for myself. It's cheaper and I know what's in it.

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  • 4
  • Jeoffrey from Washington, DC
  • Jan-06-2013 I am a current student here

    At American University you'll study alongside many foreign students. The different perspectives and experience with them is a serious advancement when comparing your college experience with other colleges. American University's staff as well as it's student body is composed of many citizens from other countries.

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