American University

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Applications

How to apply

Accepts Common App

Test optional

Rec letters not used

Considers class rank

TOEFL required (international applicants)

Tests typically submitted

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Students

First-year enrolled students (full-time)

Student diversity

Moderately diverse

4-year graduation rate

6-year graduation rate

Retention rate

Admission policy

International students

Enrolled breakdown by gender

Women: 65%

Men: 35%

Race & ethnicity diversity

Among domestic students

Asian and Pacific Islander

Native American

Academics

Student faculty ratio

Calendar system

Special academic offering

Credit for AP exams

Offers graduate degree

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