Financial Aid
In order to be considered for need-based financial aid, students must complete the FAFSA and CSS Profile by the appropriate deadlines.
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Undergraduate Admissions
4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW
Washington, DC 20016
United States
Transfer students can learn how to apply to American University, evaluate transfer credits, explore scholarships and financial aid, and access resources designed to support a successful transfer experience.
For families in need, we offer application fee waivers.
How to Apply
Ready to transfer to American University? Learn about admissions requirements, deadlines, transfer credit evaluation, and the steps to join AU through our transfer application instructions. If you're an international student, see information about applying to AU as an international transfer student.
If you previously attended AU as an undergradaute student, learn more about the readmission process.
Transfer Checklist
Financing Your Education
Scholarships
AU offers several scholarship opportunities for transfer students.
American Transfer Advantage
The American Transfer Advantage provides reduced tuition for incoming community college transfer students who qualify.
Transfer Application Deadlines
We have two transfer student application deadlines. Applications received after the priority deadline will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
| Transfer Application Type | Priority Deadline | Decision |
|---|---|---|
|
Fall Semester |
May 1 |
early June |
|
Spring Semester |
October 1 |
mid-November |
Transfer Student Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most frequently asked questions regarding transferring to AU.
How Might Your Credits Transfer to AU?
Our Eddy Navigate tool and our Transfer Articulation Database will allow you to see how your credits may transfer to AU.
Credit by Exam
AU will accept a maximum of 30 credit hours from one or a combination of specific tests.