American University Top Questions

Here's your chance: Say anything about your college!

Jessica

By far the most interesting thing about attending American University is the diversity of the student body. With around forty percent international students, being enrolled at American University gives you the opportunity to meet people from other countries every day. I have learned so much about other cultures by simply attending my classes and getting to know the people around me. Compared to my friends at state schools, I feel that i have matured more quickly because I have learned so much about the world around me. I would not trade this experience for anything.

Rachel

Our community is the most unique thing about American University. No matter where I go on campus, student, faculty and staff are always friendly. I feel like every time I attend a event on campus I am with my extended family. It was great to living in a welcoming community that was also a university.

Molly

Diversity, great International Relations programs, wide variety of study abroad programs, very globally focused, great opportunities for internships

Heather

I didn't want to go to any other schools. I thought about going to schools overseas, but I can't afford it. American University is a very international community. It's very politically active and has a good mix of ethnic, religious, and political makeup.

Sarah

What I found so unique about American, which was also one of the elements factored in my final decision to attend it, is the fact that it's so environmentally friendly. Nearly all professors are paper-conscious and do everything electronically. All of our food is homemade, and a lot of it is even made out of locally grown produce! Not to mention AU is one of the most vegetarian and vegan-friendly schools you will come across. American even conducts contests to see which residence hall can save the most power!

Kiahna

American University is unique because of its small size and strong community feel. Everyone loves being ranked as one of the top politically active universities in the country.

Megan

I chose American University because of its active engagement in the political climate here in Washington D.C. as well and its extremely involved campus. Never before have I been surrounded by so many people exactly like myself. The people at American University are so passionate about their beliefs and never does a day go by when I do not find myself in a heated debate over politics or some other subject here on campus.

Caroline

American University is located in the county's capital-- a diverse, intellectual, and politically powerful metropolis-- that offers many prospects for post-graduate employment and internships. The campus' location is in a suburb of the city and allows students repreave from the sometimes overwhelming urban atomosphere downtown. American is a school where students attend to fulfill their dreams of making a difference in the world, and can do so through networking among the vast eclectic groups of people, organizations and communities in the area.

Jennifer

American is in many ways a global school. Particularly for those looking to enter the foreign service feld, it is in the middle of The city where the world gathers.

Melanie

American University is located in Washington, DC but a mile off of the metrorail, so away from all of the hustle and bustle. The campus is very nice, with a quad in the center, and everyone seems to know everyone- in a good way! The internship opportunities are also great for getting experience in the field before graduation. I transferred here after sophomore year and I'm glad I did.

Ashley

The location of American is awesome because it is in the suburbs of D.C., so it doesn't feel like living in a city, but the Metro is right by campus and you can easily go anywhere in the city. American also has a great international relations program and the location just makes it better.

Asalou

It is locatedwithin the capital city of the United States. but it still has its own campus.

David

American University is community service oriented, friendly, and extremely focused on reaching out to the oppurtunities the city of Washington, DC has to offer.

Jennifer

it has the advantage of being in a major city (washington d.c.) but the immediate area surrounding the school is suburban so it wasn't a drastic change for me.

Katherine

American Unitiversity is the most politically active college in the US. We take pride in our participation and knowledge both on domestic and foreign politics. We also have a large population of students who are from other countries which is great when your learning about international affairs and can get a first-hand point of view. The professors are also highly qualified and experienced.

Lydia

There are a lot of international students and very politically active students and consequently we get a lot of visiting foreign dignitaries. There is no football team but everyone still has a lot of school spirit.

Emma

It is very liberal, very inclusive, city adjacent, and closeby to relatives of mine. And it also has a very good Arabic department.

Kaitlyn

AU is very active politically. I believe it is the most politically active campus in the country. The students are very comitted to politics and the environment--the election was bigger than any sports event we're had on campus.

Katherine

American University has a strong committment to public service and encourages students to follow their passion. The faculty is intelligent, approachable, and distinguished. AU welcomes many prominent speakers, guest lecturers, and well-known professors. Students have every opportunity for leadership within the university and I'm always amazed by my fellow students committment to making a better world.

Nahir

Definately the teachers and the relationships with the teachers, the internships and student clubs and involvements.

Caitlin

This school is very career-centered.

Kaia

We are known for our activism and are established in the best place to be for that - DC! We have the monuments, Smythsonians, embassies, etc, but unlike the other colleges in DC, we also have our own campus with a good reputation, and we get amazing guest speakers - like (then Senator) Obama! We are also one of the only college campus national arboretums in the USA. Our study abroad program is also excellent and our allumni help to offer students great internship and career opportunities.

Ethan

AU can be as much or as little as you want it to be. Make the most of your time here, but have fun too. It's all about finding a balance. It's a bit of an exercise in time management.

Lauren

The international service program.

Lori

Awesome study abroad programs, great class selection, fabulous professors, Washington DC location

Rebecca

The faculty here is really hand on. There are no TA's, but there are student instructors that sit in on class with you and habe study sessions twice a week that are optional if you arent understanding the material the professor is teaching. But the professors are amazing. They have office hours where they are available for you and they really encourage you to talk to them. Even if you arent having trouble in a course, the professors want to get to know you and talk with you about your future or your interests.

Shane

American University's career center is one of the school's greatest advantages. In a city such as Washington, politics is the contest and jobs are the prize. With many students from many area universities competing for jobs and internships, a career center as well positioned as American's is a huge advantage for those willing to make use of it.

Charles

It is extremely diverse and even more accepting than anything I have ever seen.

Mina

politically involved

Maile

American University is very small and hands on meaning not only classroom experience but real world experience as well.

Farley

It's a four-year liberal arts college with a strong general education program that has an audio technology program. Unfortunately, the audio technology program isn't that good. American University does not know how to handle arts programs.

Shayna

this school allows me to recieve an advanced education as well as network in a very influential city in america. this is a very exciting time for our nation and as i work towards my degree i feel like i am in the center of the excitement.

Nicole

I love the size of my school it is not too big that my professors do not know my name.

Heather

It has very socially and politically aware students, courses that are high quality but flexible enough that you can study what you want, and great resources in Washington, DC.

nicole

the location and how well it fit what i wanted, it was the only school i ended up aplying to

Laura

American is in a very suburban area, but with 15 minutes students can take the metro and be in the middle of the city.

Tammy

It has a very strong international service department, and also has a communications school. It was also the only school I stepped foot onto that didn't drip "preppy" from every orifice.

Leah

Steph tell us what her favorite movie and favorite class and what she does if she has an hour to kill.

Leah

Stacia tell us what her favorite movie and favorite class and what she does if she has an hour to kill.

Leah

Rachel tells us about her favorite class, favorite movie and what she does if she has an hour to kill

Jordan

I LOVE AMERICAN! Go Eagles!!!!!

Luke

Many distractions at American when trying to do homework. It seems as though the university has so much to offer that you are literally declining things to do to try and stay in and accomplish something.

Zack

Hughes is too quiet. Phi Sigma Kappa are A-holes. Leonard needs more ethnic people. Please, AU, don't waste our money. Don't do JAMS. It's stupid. We know drinking to excess is bad, but we're freaking college students, okay? The Maryland court system already makes us go to an alcohol class and do community service, so LAY OFF. Don't waste all that food in TDR. You know, the food out on display? What's the purpose of that?

Steven

I have loved my time at American, and don't regret coming for a second. AU definitely has its deficiencies, as all colleges do, but the pros far outweigh the cons.

Morgan

The campus bus-metro system needs to be more regular and more frequent.

Ashley

I love AU!

Andrea

the drinking policy is odd. No drinking on campus but you can come back drunk. Everything in moderation I say

Harper

I LOVE my university!

steph

i love AU!!!!!!