Eagle Summit, American University's new student orientation for first-year students, is designed to welcome new students and their families to American University. During the Summit, you will learn about academics and campus life at American University, while meeting other new students as well as current AU students who will help you acclimate to the university. In addition to meeting with your advisor and finalizing your course schedule you will learn your way around campus, spend a night in a residence hall, take necessary placement exams, receive your AU ID Card and much, much more. By the time you leave the Summit, you will be well on your way to success!

New Student Programs hosts several orientation programs throughout the summer for students entering American University in the fall semester. Starting in late March, you (the student) will receive detailed information about Eagle Summit in the mail, via USPS, after you submit your Enrollment Agreement and tuition deposit.

Register for Eagle Summit
It just takes a moment to sign up for an experience you won’t want to miss:
1. Log on to the myAU.american.edu portal with your user ID and password.
2. Click on the Life@AU link on the top
3. Click on New Students
4. Click on New First-Year Student Checklist
5. Click on the link labeled "Click Here to start your checklis
6. Register for Eagle Summit.

Program Dates

Session I June 17-18
Session II June 20-21
Session III June 24-25
Session IV June 27-28
Session V July 1-2
Session VI July 8-9

Program Fees

The student orientation fee covers residence hall accommodations for one night, four meals, program materials, and activities.

$160 per Student
$75 for Student Early Arrival

Class Registration

In mid-May your advisor will send a link that provides information about registering for classes and completing other important academic tasks using the online Freshman Guide to Academic Programs and Registration.