Private nonprofit · Washington, District of Columbia

American University

Urban campus · 7,266 undergraduates · 10 students per faculty member · Official website

Acceptance rate: 62%
ACT middle 50%: 29–32
Average net price: $41,943; per year, after grants
6-year graduation: 75%

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What American University costs

Net price is what a first-year student pays for a year after grants and scholarships, by family income. It is usually far below the sticker price.

Net price by family income

Under $30,000: $23,233
$30,001 – $48,000: $20,444
$48,001 – $75,000: $26,035
$75,001 – $110,000: $30,063
Over $110,000: $53,673

For students receiving federal aid.

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Price and aid

Full cost of attendance (sticker): $76,058
Tuition and fees: $58,771
First-years given a grant by the school: 66%
Average grant from the school: $35,415
Median debt at graduation: $22,750
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Admissions

Acceptance rate: 62%
SAT middle 50%: 1280–1460
ACT middle 50%: 29–32
Test scores: Considered, not required
First-year retention: 87%

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