AU's College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) offers more than 50 masters, doctoral, and certificate programs taught by award-winning faculty. A low student-to-faculty ratio allows you to build strong working relationships with faculty engaged in cutting-edge research. Convenient evening classes make it easy for working students to pursue graduate degrees.
Explore this site to learn more about College of Arts and Sciences programs, the application process, and financial aid.
Announcements
- March 1 is the application deadline for the biology MA & MS and psychology MA program.
- Prospective science graduate students are invited to the biology, environmental science, & professional science master's open house on February 20 at 10:00 a.m. RSVP to Nancy Zeller at nzeller@american.edu by February 17.





