American University Washington D.C.
American University is a private university in Washington, D.C., known for its School of International Service and Kogod School of Business. Unithink works with its admissions. First-year international students apply through the Common Application and can choose Early Decision, Early Action or Regular Decision. First-year merit scholarships are partial and competitive.
- Fees₹29.8 lakh a year
- To get inClass 12 marks needed
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CostFees, in your currency and in rupees
| Level | Tuition | In rupees | For |
|---|---|---|---|
| UG | USD 31,340 – USD 33,428 / semester | about ₹29.8 lakh – ₹31.7 lakh | 2026-27 full-time undergraduate tuition ($31,340 at 12-17.99 credits, $33,428 at 18 credits); mandatory fees per semester include activity $175, support services $550, Metro U-Pass $136, books $324 |
Rupee figures at ₹94.96 per USD (2026-10-30). Living costs: see Study in United States.
Can I get in?Entry requirements for Indian students
- After Class 12 (UG)
- No India-specific (CBSE/ISC) guidance published. Grades 9-12 records with official transcripts, essay, CV/resume, one teacher recommendation (counselor letter strongly recommended). F/J applicants submit the AU Declaration of Finances showing at least US$87,374.
- IELTS
- 6.5
- TOEFL
- 85 (table reads 85/4.5)
- PTE
- 60
- DUOLINGO
- 120
- WAIVER
- Four years of study in an English-only accredited system; native speakers from listed countries generally exempt but may be asked. SAT EBRW 610, Cambridge English 176 or LanguageCERT Academic 70 also accepted.
CoursesPopular programmes with Indian students
- International Studies (BA)UG
- Business Administration (BS)UG
- Business Analytics & AI (BS)UG
- Finance (BS)UG
- Computer Science (BA)UG
ApplyHow and when to apply
Route: Common Application
Application fee: $75 application fee
- 1 November 2026 Fall 2027 · Early Decision I and Early Action application deadline
- 15 January 2027 Fall 2027 · Early Decision II and Regular Decision application deadline
FundingScholarships
- First-year merit scholarshipsPartial, highly competitive awards for international first-year applicants
- AU Emerging Global Leader ScholarshipInternational applicants (details not read)
After you graduateWork after study
US F-1 Optional Practical Training: up to 12 months, plus a 24-month STEM OPT extension for eligible STEM degrees with an E-Verify employer (studyinthestates.dhs.gov).
Sources (6)
- www.american.edu/admissions/international/instructions.cfm
- www.american.edu/admissions/first-year/decision-plans-and-deadlines.cfm
- www.american.edu/finance/studentaccounts/Tuition-and-Fees-Information.cfm
- www.american.edu/admissions/international/
- kogod.american.edu/programs-admissions/undergraduate
- www.american.edu/sis/
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