F A S T F A C T S
Location | Washington
Population | 671,803
Enrollment | 13,885
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home Payment
Term Dates
Fall | 8/30-12/18
Spring | 1/10-5/3
Location | Washington
Population | 671,803
Enrollment | 13,885
Language | English
Calendar | Semester
Canada | Home Payment
Term Dates
Fall | 8/30-12/18
Spring | 1/10-5/3
2 placement spots available in Spring 2025 semester only (no fall 2024)
Students from over 120 countries make up a cosmopolitan & diverse campus
#5 Most Politically Active Students (Princeton Review)
| 2024-2025 Chance of Placement | ||
| Home Pay | | | Most Competitive |
| Understand Chances of Placement | ||
Academics
Registration- Campus Catalog
- Schedule of Classes
- When will I register? After campus students
- Syllabus Request for Course Pre-Approval: Contact Host Coordinator for assistance
School of Communication: Film & Media, Public Relations & Strategic Communication, Journalism, Communication StudiesLimitations
Students cannot take any courses that require admissions to a special program, such as Honors, University College, Mentorship or Washington Semester. Please see all course restrictions here: https://www.american.edu/abroadatau/academics.cfm Incoming students register with sophomores. Students cannot be guaranteed registration in preferred courses. It is important that students have flexibility in the courses they take and are able to take classes outside of their major.Notable Academic Programs
- International Studies/International Relations - #9 in undergraduate programs by Foreign Policy
- Political Science - #10 among public affairs schools by US News & World Report
- Business Administration - A top-ranked, AACSB-accredited institution
- International Business - #8 in undergraduate program by US News & World Report
Undergraduate Majors Open to NSE Students
Accounting, African American Studies, American Studies... ++ show all
Conditions
GPA and Other Academic Requirements- General Eligibility Requirements
- 3.00 GPA
- "None."
- Full-year exchange Accepted
- Single term exchange Spring Only
- TOEFL: must have a score of N/A paper, N/A computer or 85.00 Internet
- IELTS: must have a score of 6.50
- Not available
- Will accept on Home Pay
- Will accept Home Payment Pay
Tuition / Finances
Finances
- Campus Budget
- Fees are subject to change without notice.
- Pay regular tuition to your home campus. No tuition/fees are paid to your host campus.
- Home Payment: 17
Financial Aid for NSE Students
Regardless of Payment Plan, financial aid is awarded by and disbursed from your home campus.
Miscellaneous Fees - Per Semester
| Purpose | Amount | Period | Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recreation Fee | $65 | Semester | Home | Mandatory |
| Health Service Fee | $1340 | Semester | Home | Mandatory |
| Technology Fee | $120 | Semester | Home | Mandatory |
| Parking Fee | $506 | Semester | Home | Optional |
| Transportation Fee | $136 | Semester | Home | Mandatory |
| Course Fees / Materials | Varies | Semester | Host & Home | Mandatory |
Important Notes: Incoming exchange students must pay their own Recreation (AU Sports Center) fee and Transportation fee (Metro UPass). The Metro UPass gives students unlimited access to public transportation for the semester. The Health Insurance fee is automatically charged to any student enrolled at AU. Students may only have this charge removed if they meet all the requirements and submit proof of having insurance that meets or exceeds the requirements for health coverage at AU. The spring semester rate is $1340.
Room / Meals
On-Campus Housing Per Semester
- On-Campus Housing
- not available
- Off-Campus Housing
- Approximate monthly cost: $1500
- Proximity to campus: 5
- Local Public Transportation Available to Campus
We can not guarantee student housing on-campus. Students should be prepared to find their own housing off-campus. Students can search for off-campus housing via the off-campus housing site: https://www.american.edu/ocl/housing/off-campus-housing-services.cfm; or furnished apartments with all utilities included can be contracted through TurnKey Housing. Information is given to admitted students about these resources.
Meal Plans
- Campus Meal Plans
- Meal purchase is required for on campus living.
- $800 declining balance plan.
Students who live off-campus are eligible to enroll in a meal plan if they wish. Meal plans are based on meal swipes in a certain amount for the semester, plus a declining balance of EagleBucks which can be used for food purchases. More information about meal plans can be found: https://www.american.edu/ocl/onecarddining/mealplan.cfm
Resources
Campus LinksHealth
| Purpose | Amount | Period | Plan | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health Insurance | $1340 | Semester | Home | Mandatory |
Important Notes about Health Insurance
- All full-time students, residential students, and students on F1 and J1 visas at AU must have insurance that provides comprehensive coverage in Washington, DC. If you're in a required category, you will be enrolled automatically in AU's student health insurance plan. This premium is charged to your student account. Spring rate is $1340.
- If you have another insurance plan that provides comprehensive coverage in Washington DC, you may request a waiver and, if approved, the charge (e.g. the health insurance premium) will be removed from your student account.
- After you submit your waiver request, it will be reviewed and a decision made within 5 business days. Please be aware that approval is not automatic. You will receive an email when your waiver decision has been made.
- Further information can be found at: https://www.american.edu/aucentral/about-student-health-insurance-plan.cfm
Exchange with Canada - Health Insurance
N/A
Requirements
Other Health Related Comments
Students who wish to ask for a waiver of the AU student health insurance must ensure they have appropriate coverage and submit the waiver request by the stated deadline: https://www.american.edu/ocl/healthcenter/health-insurance-waiver-information.cfm