About American University
American University (AU) empowers students to create meaningful change.
Strategically located in Washington, DC, AU’s campus immerses students in this international hub for research, culture, and policy. AU’s faculty comprise a diverse and driven community of changemakers who directly involve students in innovative and impactful work.
AU offers 79 bachelor’s programs, 106 master’s programs, 11 doctoral programs, and an SJD and JD program through its constituent schools and colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, Kogod School of Business, School of Communication, School of Education, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs, Office of Graduate and Professional Studies and Washington College of Law.
While earning their degrees, AU students gain deep connections, 21st-century professional skills, unforgettable experiences, and real-world accomplishments. Ninety-five percent of AU students engage in experiential learning opportunities—including internships, study abroad programs, and co-authored research. Most importantly, they leave prepared to take on today’s unprecedented challenges.
About American University
American University (AU) empowers students to create meaningful change.
Strategically located in Washington, DC, AU’s campus immerses students in this international hub for research, culture, and policy. AU’s faculty comprise a diverse and driven community of changemakers who directly involve students in innovative and impactful work.
AU offers 79 bachelor’s programs, 106 master’s programs, 11 doctoral programs, and an SJD and JD program through its constituent schools and colleges: the College of Arts and Sciences, Kogod School of Business, School of Communication, School of Education, School of International Service, School of Public Affairs, Office of Graduate and Professional Studies and Washington College of Law.
While earning their degrees, AU students gain deep connections, 21st-century professional skills, unforgettable experiences, and real-world accomplishments. Ninety-five percent of AU students engage in experiential learning opportunities—including internships, study abroad programs, and co-authored research. Most importantly, they leave prepared to take on today’s unprecedented challenges.
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Rankings & Ratings
American University is one of the top Private not for Profit universities in Washington D.C., United States. It is ranked #=646 in QS World University Rankings 2027.
QS World University Rankings
- 2015#431-440
- 2016#=373
- 2017#384
- 2018#471-480
- 2019#541-550
- 2020#601-650
- 2021#651-700
- 2022#651-700
- 2023#701-750
- 2024#791-800
- 2025#711-720
- 2026#=587
- 2027#=646
QS World University Rankings
- 2015#431-440
- 2016#=373
- 2017#384
- 2018#471-480
- 2019#541-550
- 2020#601-650
- 2021#651-700
- 2022#651-700
- 2023#701-750
- 2024#791-800
- 2025#711-720
- 2026#=587
- 2027#=646
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