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American University

Washington, District of Columbia, United StatesReviewed 22 October 2026

American University's Washington, DC campus offers international-studies learning through its School of International Service.

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American University's Washington, DC campus offers international-studies learning through its School of International Service. Students combine regional perspectives with themes such as peace, security, development and the environment.

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  1. BA International Studies — School of International Service, Washington, DC
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Academic eligibility

  • Submit secondary academic records, certified translations where needed, an application essay and CV, and a teacher recommendation.
  • The US$75 application is reviewed with the complete supporting file.
  • International admission is need-aware, with financial documentation required; no single guaranteed-entry GPA is published for this programme.

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Language requirements

  • IELTS 6.5 or an approved equivalent.
  • Curriculum-based exemptions have specific schooling conditions; an English-medium letter alone should not be assumed sufficient.

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Study intakes

  • August fall and January spring entry.

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Application deadlines

  • Fall Early Action and Early Decision I close on 1 November; Early Decision II and Regular Decision close on 15 January.
  • Early Decision is binding.
  • Spring closes on 1 October, with 1 September recommended for overseas applicants.
  • The application and supporting documents must meet the relevant deadline; confirm the intended entry year.

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International tuition

  • For fall 2026 plus spring 2027, full-time first-year tuition at 12–17 credits per semester is US$62,680, with US$1,700 mandatory fees and a separate US$272 Metro pass charge for the academic year.
  • The 2026/27 annual health plan is US$2,759 unless an eligible waiver is approved.
  • Housing, food, books, travel and personal costs are additional; the published general attendance budget is not an all-inclusive international invoice.

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Scholarships & funding

  • Competitive partial merit scholarships are considered with admission.
  • Current international financial-aid guidance also allows institution-assessed need-based support; awards are confirmed at admission, not guaranteed.
  • The Emerging Global Leader Scholarship has a separate application and eligibility process.
  • Do not rely on an assumed award to cover the required budget.

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What can international students study at American University?

Selected programme options include BA International Studies — School of International Service, Washington, DC. These are selected examples, not the full catalogue. Availability, campus, mode of study and teaching language must be checked for your intake.

What are the entry requirements for American University?

Submit secondary academic records, certified translations where needed, an application essay and CV, and a teacher recommendation. The US$75 application is reviewed with the complete supporting file. International admission is need-aware, with financial documentation required; no single guaranteed-entry GPA is published for this programme. IELTS 6.5 or an approved equivalent. Curriculum-based exemptions have specific schooling conditions; an English-medium letter alone should not be assumed sufficient.

How much are international tuition fees at American University?

For fall 2026 plus spring 2027, full-time first-year tuition at 12–17 credits per semester is US$62,680, with US$1,700 mandatory fees and a separate US$272 Metro pass charge for the academic year. The 2026/27 annual health plan is US$2,759 unless an eligible waiver is approved. Housing, food, books, travel and personal costs are additional; the published general attendance budget is not an all-inclusive international invoice. Fees are not a university-wide average. Confirm the exact course, fee year, currency, deposit, extra charges and refund conditions before paying.

When is the application deadline for American University?

Fall Early Action and Early Decision I close on 1 November; Early Decision II and Regular Decision close on 15 January. Early Decision is binding. Spring closes on 1 October, with 1 September recommended for overseas applicants. The application and supporting documents must meet the relevant deadline; confirm the intended entry year. August fall and January spring entry. A semester start date is not an application closing date. Check scholarship and visa timelines separately.

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No. Our team can help compare your academic profile with requirements, organise documents and explain application steps. Admission, funding and immigration decisions belong to the institution and responsible authorities.

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