LGBTQ Prospective Student Information
Making the Right Choice for You
If you haven't already figured it out, going to college is a big decision. As one of the many first-rate academic institutions in this country, we believe American University offers all its students, whether LGBTQ or straight, the opportunity to have many new and exciting experiences in one of the most powerful cities in the world. Being LGBTQ isn't a choice, but what college you go to is, and we hope you'll come and see what American University has to offer.
To get a better sense of LGBTQ Life at AU, we have put together a Guide to LGBTQ Life. This guide is a snapshot of LGBTQ life at AU and has information on the LGBTQ Resources in the Center for Diversity & Inclusion, Housing, Queers and Allies (the student group), GLBT Studies and taking GLBT courses, AU's policies, and information about the the DC Mayor's Office of GLBTA Affairs.
We hope that the information will help you in your decision about whether American University is the right school for you. If you need more information or have questions about the content of the guide, please email us or call us at 202-885-3651.
If you are interested in talking with a student about LGBTQ life at AU, check out our Spectrum Project, which is our LGBTQ peer advising program open to prospective and current. Click here for more information about Spectrum and to get a Spectrum Advisor.
For information on our Admissions process, please visit the Admissions website.
Finding an LGBTQ inclusive college/university
In addition to our "How to Choose a College Worksheet" there are a few other resources you should check out:
Some other magazines and online sites are talking about the LGBT resources at American University:
- CollegeMagazine.com's "Top 10 Most LGBT-Friendly Universities"
- The Daily Beast's 2011 Top 25 Gay-Friendly Schools.
Connect with a Current LGBTQ Student
Are you a prospective student looking for more information about LGBTQ life at AU? Contact our Spectrum Program, a prospective student program that connects those who are looking to attend AU with a current LGBTQ student.
How to choose a college worksheet
Use this worksheet to compare different schools on the inclusivity of LGBTQ students and concerns.
Housing Options for LGBTQ Students
American University offers a variety of housing options for every student, including some open gender housing options.
Campus Resources
Center for Diversity & Inclusion
Looking for resources on campus for the LGBTQ community? In addition to the Center for Diversity & Inclusion, we have an LGBTQ student group called Queers and Allies.They do lots of events throughout the year and have many opportunities for you to get involved.
Looking for inclusive housing options, check out our housing options page.
Also, look for our Safe Space stickers around campus. These stickers denote people who have gone through our Safe Space Sticker workshop.
Center for Diversity & Inclusion
Looking for resources on campus for the LGBTQ community? In addition to the Center for Diversity & Inclusion, we have an LGBTQ student group called Queers and Allies.They do lots of events throughout the year and have many opportunities for you to get involved.
Looking for inclusive housing options, check out our housing options page.
Also, look for our Safe Space stickers around campus. These stickers denote people who have gone through our Safe Space Sticker workshop.
Events
(rss)| Coming Soon | Date |
|---|---|
| Waterworks | 05/25/13 |
| Spring 2013 Exhibitions: Lee Haner, Painting Borges, and Saturation Point | 05/25/13 |
| Spring 2013 Exhibitions: Timothy App | 05/25/13 |
