Take The Next Steps!
1. Make Your Decision!
We sincerely hope you will choose American University to continue your educational experience!
Why Choose AU?
Please fill out the following form to let us know where you plan to attend.
Graduate Student Acceptance Form
Please use the following form to send us your deposit and complete your acceptance process.
Spring 2010 Deposit Form
Fall 2010 Deposit Form
2. Set up and learn how to access your AU computer account.
After you have paid your deposit you can access your AU ID number from your advisor. Once you have your id number you can set up your account. Through your my.american.edu account you can access your class schedule, grades and much more. Click here for more instructions on setting up your computer account.
3. Register for Classes!
Check back in the spring for updated calendar and schedule.
4. Speak with your Graduate Advisor.
5. Keep up to date with our email blasts!
Blasts are sent to those students who have indicated they are planning on attending AU. If you are not receiving these emails, please update your email address with at spagrad@american.edu.
6. Want to attend a class?
Our faculty are among the best and it shows in the quality of their instruction. Want to get a taste of the AU experience? Let us know if you would like to attend a class. Contact the SPA graduate admissions office (202.885-6230 or spagrad@american.edu) with your preference and we will let the professor know to expect you.
7. Get Reading!
Click here to view reading recommendations from each department.
8. Attend Graduate Student Day
Graduate Day will be announced later this year. Attending this event will allow prospective students the opportunity to learn more about the programs and faculty at AU. Please contact the SPA graduate admissions office (202.885-6230 or spagrad@american.edu) with any questions.




