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Welcome
We are pleased to welcome you to American University and the Washington Semester Program. This web page will guide you through your next steps as you prepare to join your Washington Semester Program cohort.
Please check your AU email inbox regularly for important updates!
Spring 2023
Domestic Students
-
Accept your offer and enroll
Available Now
To enroll in the Washington Semester Program, please submit your enrollment deposit of $400 online:
- Create your myau.american.edu account using your AU ID, which can be found in your acceptance email.
- Log into Eagle Finance with your myAU username and password to pay your non-refundable deposit by e-check or credit card.
Please note that this deposit is nonrefundable and will be held in your student account to be credited toward your tuition.
Questions? washsem@american.edu
Deadline: December 1 -
Begin your internship search
WSP resources available 1 week after submitting your deposit
- Access the Internship Web – which contains hundreds of internship openings and thousands of leads (Login and password available after submitting deposit)
- Upload your resume and cover letter in the Internship Web following AU’s template
- Review the internship guide “Intern & Learn”
- See emails regarding internship advising sessions, generally held on Thursdays and Fridays at 4 PM ET
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline to login to the Internship Web: December 1
-
Review your off-campus housing options
Available in late October
For the Spring 2023 semester, all Washington Semester Program students will be living off-campus. Admitted students will receive more information about their DC housing options for the Spring over email.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: December 1 -
Submit Registration Forms
Available late October
Before enrolling in courses at AU, all students must review:- The American University Academic Integrity Code
- Undergraduate Student Regulations
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Priority Deadline: October 31
Final Deadline: December 5 -
Register for disability accommodations (if needed)
Available After Submitting Deposit
Students who are new to American University must register with the Academic Support and Access Center (ASAC) by submitting documentation and completing the three-step process outlined on their website.
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Priority Deadline: December 1
Final Deadline: January 10 -
Submit the Immunization Form
Available After Submitting Deposit
Email your Immunization Form to immunizations@american.edu.
Questions? Student Health Center
Deadline: December 15 -
Submit a headshot for your AU ID card
Available After Deposit
View photo requirements and then submit your headshot.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: December 15 -
Enroll in or waive the AU health insurance
You can only waive the insurance after you are registered in courses totaling 12 or more credits and the $1,265 Health Insurance charge appears on your student account.
Available one week after receiving email confirming completion of course registration in 12+ credits from WSP staff.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: December 15 -
Review and/or settle your AU student account
Available After Registration
Confirm your financial aid, billing, and payment arrangements with AU and your home school.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: January 6
-
Attend the mandatory orientation
Event Date: Wednesday, Jan 11 - Saturday, Jan 14
Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
Questions? WSP Team • (202) 895-4900
-
Attend the first day of classes
First Day of Classes: Tuesday, January 17
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967 -
Attend the Virtual Internship Fair
Fair Date: Tuesday, January 17, 9 AM – Noon (tentative)
Dress professionally and network with Washington, DC, employers. Check your AU email for updates.
Questions? Amy Morrill Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
-
Pay your American University bill
Available After Registration
Your AU bill can be found via Eagle Service. View this page for more information about payment options.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: January 10 -
Request necessary changes to courses
Available after submission of pre-registration form
Email Camilla Alway to request any necessary changes to your registration. Monday, January 30 is the last day to add or drop an elective course or research project. Courses dropped after January 30 will be recorded with a “W” on your AU transcript.
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Deadline: January 30 -
Submit the Experiential Learning Form (ELF) & begin your internship
Complete this after you confirm an internship
Begin your internship and complete the ELF in the Internship Web within the first 2.5 weeks of the semester.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: January 30 -
Complete the Midterm Internship Evaluation
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: February 21-24
-
Complete the Final Internship Evaluation
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: April 19-22
-
Submit transcript request form
Available January 10
You must complete this form to have a free copy of your official WSP transcript sent electronically or by mail to the Registrar of your home school.
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Deadline: April 25
International Students
-
Accept your offer and enroll
Available Now
To enroll in the Washington Semester Program, please submit your enrollment deposit of $400 online:
- Create your myau.american.edu account using your AU ID, which can be found in your acceptance email.
- Log into Eagle Finance with your myAU username and password to pay your non-refundable deposit by e-check or credit card.
Please note that this deposit is nonrefundable and will be held in your student account to be credited toward your tuition.
Questions? Game Persse
Deadline: October 15 -
Initiate the process of requesting your J-1 visa
Available After Depositing
To proceed with the immigration process, submit the following via the application portal:
- A copy of your passport’s biological page
- An official bank letter stating you have the finances needed for your semester
- A completed, signed, and dated CFIS form
Questions? Game Persse
Deadline: October 15 -
Begin your internship search
Available 1 week after submitting your deposit
- Access the Internship Web – which contains hundreds of academic training openings and thousands of leads (Login and password available after submitting deposit)
- Upload your resume and cover letter in the Internship Web following AU’s template
- Review the internship guide “Intern & Learn”
- See emails regarding internship advising sessions, generally held on Thursdays and Fridays at 4 PM ET
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline to login to the Internship Web: Dec 1
-
Submit Registration Forms
Available late October
Before enrolling in courses at AU, all students must review:- The American University Academic Integrity Code
- Undergraduate Student Regulations
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Priority Deadline: October 31
Final Deadline: December 5 -
Review your off-campus housing options
Available Late October
For the Spring 2023 semester, all Washington Semester Program students will be living off-campus. Admitted students will receive more information about their DC housing options for the Spring over email.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: December 1
-
Register for disability accommodations (if needed)
Available After Submitting Deposit
Students who are new to American University must register with the Academic Support and Access Center (ASAC) by submitting documentation and completing the three-step process outlined on their website.
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Priority Deadline: December 1
Final Deadline: January 10 -
Submit the Immunization Form
Available After Submitting Deposit
Email your Immunization Form to immunizations@american.edu.
Questions? Student Health Center
Deadline: December 15 -
Submit a headshot for your AU ID card
Available After Submitting Deposit
View photo requirements and then submit your headshot.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: December 15 -
Enroll in or waive the AU health insurance
You can only waive the insurance after you are registered in courses totaling 12 or more credits and the $1,265 Health Insurance charge appears on your student account.
Available one week after receiving email confirming completion of course registration in 12+ credits from WSP staff.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: December 15 -
Review and/or settle your AU student account
Available after registration
Confirm your financial aid, billing, and payment arrangements with AU and your home school.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: January 5
-
Attend the mandatory WSP International Student Orientation
Event Date: Tuesday, January 10th
Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
Questions? WSP Team • (202) 895-4900
-
Attend the mandatory WSP Orientation
Event Date: Wednesday, January 11th - Saturday, January 14th
Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
Questions? WSP Team • (202) 895-4900
-
Attend the first day of classes
First Day of Classes: Tuesday, January 17
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967 -
Attend the Virtual Internship Fair
Fair Date: Tuesday, January 17th, 9 AM – Noon (tentative)
Dress professionally and network with Washington, DC, employers. Check your AU email for updates.
Questions? Amy Morrill Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
-
Pay your American University tuition bill
Available after registration
Your AU bill can be found via Eagle Service. View payment options.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: January 10 -
Request necessary changes to courses
Available after submission of pre-registration form
Email Camilla Alway to request any necessary changes to your registration. Monday, January 30th is the last day to add or drop an elective course or research project. Courses dropped after January 30th will be recorded with a “W” on your AU transcript.
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Deadline: January 30 -
Submit the Experiential Learning Form (ELF) & begin your practicum
Complete this after you confirm an academic training placement
Begin your academic training and complete the ELF in the Internship Web within the first 2.5 weeks of the semester.
You are not allowed to begin your academic training until you have received an amended DS-2019 from AU’s Office of International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS).
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: January 30 -
Complete the Midterm Internship Evaluation
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: February 21 - 24
-
Complete the Final Internship Evaluation
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: April 19-22
-
Submit transcript request form
Available January 10
You must complete this form to have a free copy of your official WSP transcript sent electronically or by mail to the Registrar of your home school.
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Deadline: April 25
Summer 2023
Domestic Students
-
Accept your offer and enroll
Available Now
To enroll in the Washington Semester Program, please submit your enrollment deposit of $400 online:
- Create your myau.american.edu account using your AU ID, which can be found in your acceptance email.
- Log into Eagle Finance with your myAU username and password to pay your non-refundable deposit by e-check or credit card.
Please note that this deposit is nonrefundable and will be held in your student account to be credited toward your tuition.
Questions? washsem@american.edu
Deadline: April 15 -
Begin your internship search
WSP resources available 1 week after submitting your deposit
- Access the Internship Web – which contains hundreds of internship openings and thousands of leads (Login and password available after submitting deposit)
- Upload your resume and cover letter in the Internship Web following AU’s template
- Review the internship guide “Intern & Learn” (sent by email)
- See emails regarding internship advising sessions, generally held on Thursdays and Fridays at 4 PM ET
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: ASAP
-
Review housing options
Admitted students will receive more information to their AU email about housing options in DC during Summer 2023.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: April 15 -
Submit Registration Forms
Available Early April
Before enrolling in courses at AU, all students must review:- The American University Academic Integrity Code
- Undergraduate Student Regulations
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Deadline: May 2 -
Register for disability accomodations (if needed)
Available After Registering for Classes
Students who are new to American University must register with the Academic Support and Access Center (ASAC) by submitting documentation and completing the three-step process outlined on their website.
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Priority Deadline: April 1
Final Deadline: June 6 -
Submit the Immunization Form
Available After Submitting Deposit
Email your Immunization Form to immunizations@american.edu.
Questions? Student Health Center
Deadline: June 6 -
Submit a headshot for your AU ID card
Available Late April
View photo requirements and then submit your headshot.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: June 6 -
Attend the mandatory WSP Summer Orientation
Event Date: June 5
Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
Questions? WSP Team • (202) 895-4900
-
Pay your American University bill
Available After Registration
Your AU bill can be found via Eagle Service. View this page for more information about payment options.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: June 6 -
Attend the first day of classes
First Day of Classes: Wednesday, June 7
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967 -
Submit the Experiential Learning Form (ELF) & begin your internship
Begin your internship and complete the ELF in the Internship Web within the first week of the program, June 6-10. Students who have not completed this step by Monday, June 13th will be required to speak with their professor.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: June 13 -
Attend the mandatory Professional Development Day
Event Date: Wednesday, June 29
Wear professional attire to this event where you will sharpen your professional skills.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
-
Complete the Midterm Internship Evaluation
Available Monday, June 27
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: Friday, July 1 -
Complete the Final Internship Evaluation
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: July 30
-
Submit transcript request form
Available June 6
You must complete this form to have a free copy of your official WSP transcript sent electronically or by mail to the Registrar of your home school.
Questions? Camilla Alway • (202) 895-4910
Deadline: July 29
Fall 2023
Domestic Students
-
Accept your offer and enroll
Available Now
To enroll in the Washington Semester Program, please submit your enrollment deposit of $400 online:
- Create your myau.american.edu account using your AU ID, which can be found in your acceptance email.
- Log into Eagle Finance with your myAU username and password to pay your non-refundable deposit by e-check or credit card.
Please note that this deposit is nonrefundable and will be held in your student account to be credited toward your tuition.
Questions? washsem@american.edu
Deadline: May 31 -
Begin your internship search
WSP resources available 1 week after submitting your deposit
- Access the Internship Web – which contains hundreds of internship openings and thousands of leads (Login and password available after submitting deposit)
- Upload your resume and cover letter in the Internship Web following AU’s template
- Review the internship guide “Intern & Learn”
- See emails regarding internship advising sessions, generally held on Thursdays and Fridays at 4 PM ET
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Priority Deadline for Resume and Cover Letter: July 5
Final Deadline for Resume and Cover Letter: August 28
-
Indicate your interest in off-campus housing
Available after submitting deposit
After you submit your deposit, you will receive more information about your fall housing options from the WSP team at your AU email.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: June 1 -
Submit Registration Forms
Available Early April
Before enrolling in courses at AU, all students must review:- The American University Academic Integrity Code
- Undergraduate Student Regulations
Deadline: June 15
-
Register for disability accomodations (if needed)
Available After Submitting Deposit
Students who are new to American University must register with the Academic Support and Access Center (ASAC) by submitting documentation and completing the three-step process outlined on their website.
Questions?
Priority Deadline: July 12
Final Deadline: August 28
-
Submit the Immunization Form and COVID-19 Information
Available After Submitting Deposit
Email your Immunization Form to immunizations@american.edu.
Questions? Student Health Center
Deadline: July 15 -
Submit a headshot for your AU ID card
Available Late April
View photo requirements and then submit your headshot.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: July 15 -
Enroll in or waive the AU health insurance
You can only waive the insurance after you are registered in courses totaling 12 or more credits and the $1,139 Health Insurance charge appears on your student account.
Available one week after receiving email confirming completion of course registration in 12+ credits from WSP staff.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: August 1 -
Review and/or settle your AU student account
Available Mid-August
Confirm your financial aid, billing, and payment arrangements with AU and your home school.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: August 19 -
Attend the mandatory orientation
Event Date: Wed, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 25
Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
Questions? WSP Team • (202) 895-4900
-
Attend the first day of classes
First Day of Classes: Monday, August 28
-
Attend the Virtual Internship Fair
Fair Date: Mon, Aug 28, 9:30 AM – Noon (time subject to change)
Dress professionally and network with Washington, DC, employers. Check your AU email for updates.
Questions? Amy Morrill Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
-
Pay your American University bill
Available late August
Your AU bill can be found via Eagle Service. View this page for more information about payment options.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: August 28 -
Request necessary changes to courses
Available after submission of pre-registration form
Email your Academic Advisor to request any necessary changes to your registration. Monday, Sept 12 is the last day to add or drop an elective course or research project. Courses dropped after Sept 12 will be recorded with a “W” on your AU transcript.
Deadline: September 11
-
Submit the Experiential Learning Form (ELF) & begin your internship
Complete this after you confirm an internship
Begin your internship and complete the ELF in the Internship Web within the first 2.5 weeks of the semester.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: September 13 -
Complete the Midterm Internship Evaluation
Available October 12
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: October 13
-
Complete the Final Internship Evaluation
Available November 30
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: December 8 (last day of internships and classes)
International Students
-
Accept your offer and enroll
Available Now
To enroll in the Washington Semester Program, please submit your enrollment deposit of $400 online:
- Create your myau.american.edu account using your AU ID, which can be found in your acceptance email.
- Log into Eagle Finance with your myAU username and password to pay your non-refundable deposit by e-check or credit card.
Please note that this deposit is nonrefundable and will be held in your student account to be credited toward your tuition.
Questions? washsem@american.edu
Deadline: May 15 -
Initiate the process of requesting your J-1 visa
Available Now
To proceed with the immigration process, submit the following via the application portal:
- A copy of your passport’s biological page
- An official bank letter stating you have the finances needed for your semester
- A completed, signed, and dated CFIS form
Questions? Game Persse -
Begin your internship search
Available 1 week after submitting your deposit
- Access the Internship Web – which contains hundreds of internship openings and thousands of leads (Login and password available after submitting deposit)
- Upload your resume and cover letter in the Internship Web following AU’s template
- Review the internship guide “Intern & Learn”
- See emails regarding internship advising sessions, generally held on Thursdays and Fridays at 4 PM ET
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Priority Deadline for Resume and Cover Letter: July 5
Final Deadline for Resume and Cover Letter: August 28
-
Submit Registration Forms
Available Early April
Before enrolling in courses at AU, all students must review:- The American University Academic Integrity Code
- Undergraduate Student Regulations
Deadline: June 15
-
Indicate interest in off-campus housing
Available after submitting deposit
You will receive more information about your housing options for the fall at your AU email once you have submitted your deposit.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: June 1 -
Register for disability accomodations (if needed)
Available After Submitting Deposit
Students who are new to American University must register with the Academic Support and Access Center (ASAC) by submitting documentation and completing the three-step process outlined on their website.
Priority Deadline: July 12
Final Deadline: August 28
-
Submit the Immunization Form and COVID-19 Information
Available After Submitting Deposit
Email your Immunization Form to immunizations@american.edu.
Questions? Student Health Center
Deadline: July 15 -
Submit a headshot for your AU ID card
Available Late April
View photo requirements and then submit your headshot.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: July 15 -
Enroll in AU health insurance
All international students are required to purchase AU's health insurance during their semester(s) in the Washington Semester Program. You will automatically be enrolled in AU health insurance after you are registered for courses by your academic advisor.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
-
Review and/or settle your AU student account
Available Mid-August
Confirm your financial aid, billing, and payment arrangements with AU and your home school.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: August 19
-
Attend the mandatory WSP International Student Orientation
Wednesday, August 23
Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
Questions? WSP Team • (202) 895-4900
-
Attend the mandatory WSP Orientation
Event Date: Wed, August 23 - Fri, August 25
Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
Questions? WSP Team • (202) 895-4900
-
Attend the first day of classes
First Day of Classes: Monday, August 28
-
Attend the Virtual Internship Fair
Fair Date: Mon, Aug 29, 9:30 AM – Noon (subject to change)
Dress professionally and network with Washington, DC, employers. Check your AU email for updates.
Questions? Amy Morrill Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
-
Pay your American University bill
Available late August
Your AU bill can be found via Eagle Service. View payment options.
Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • (202) 895-4912
Deadline: August 28 -
Request necessary changes to courses
Available after submission of pre-registration form
Email your Academic Advisor to request any necessary changes to your registration. Monday, Sept 12 is the last day to add or drop an elective course or research project. Courses dropped after Sept 12 will be recorded with a “W” on your AU transcript.
Deadline: September 11
-
Submit the Experiential Learning Form (ELF) & begin your practicum
Complete this after you confirm an internship
Begin your internship and complete the ELF in the Internship Web within the first 2.5 weeks of the semester.
You are not allowed to begin your academic training until you have received an amended DS-2019 from AU’s Office of International Student & Scholar Services (ISSS).
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: September 13 -
Complete the Midterm Internship Evaluation
Available October 11
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: October 13
-
Complete the Final Internship Evaluation
Available November 30
Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • (202) 895-4967
Deadline: December 8 (last day of internships and classes)