AU Merit Graduate Scholarships

AU administers graduate awards for both incoming and current graduate students, including the United Methodist Graduate Scholarship and the Hart A. Massey Fellowship. For more information, visit the AU Graduate Scholarships page.

AU Office of Merit Awards

Advisors in the AU Office of Merit Awards help current students to identify appropriate opportunities and partner with faculty to assist with the application process. Merit Awards staff also advertise scholarship opportunities campus-wide and organize special events and workshops.

Career Center

learn more about American University's Career Center here.

Jobs on Campus

Learn more about on-campus and near-campus job opportunities here.

Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program

Learn more about the provisions in The College Cost Reduction and Access Act of 2007 extended to those who are employed in public service here.

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Tuition and Fees

Graduate and non-degree students are charged tuition on a per credit hour basis. For the 2013-14 academic year, tuition is $1,440 per credit. SIS program fees (per semester) are $750 (full-time students) or $500 (part-time students). Full-time enrollment is defined as 9 or more credit hours per semester. Tuition is subject to increase on an annual basis. For more information, visit AU Tuition and Fee website.

About Need-Based Aid

Need-based aid is administered through the University's Central Office of Financial Aid. At the graduate level, it generally takes the form of a federal low-interest loan package with a work-study option. Both part-time and full-time students may apply for need-based assistance. The FAFSA code for American University is 001434.

International Students and I-20 Requirements

International students are required to demonstrate the ability to meet a certain level of financial obligation. For more information and a detailed cost guide, visit the AU International Student and Scholar Services website.