Steps and deadlines are subject to change. View COVID-related FAQs. Please contact washsem@american.edu with any additional questions.

1. 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.

   Rules and Regulations

   All students must adhere to the American University Academic Integrity Code and Undergraduate Student Regulations. Please make sure to review this information before courses begin.

   Deadline:

   July 15

2. Begin your internship search

   Available upon receiving email invitation
   Log into the Internship Web and upload your resume.
   Pick an advising session from this schedule and email Amy Morrill-Bijeau to sign up.
   Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967
    

   Deadline:

   ASAP

3. Upload your resume for review

   Upload your resume to the Internship Web to receive feedback and let internship supervisors have early access.
   Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

    

   Priority Deadline:

   Wednesday, July 1

4. Complete the Registration Checklist

   Available Now
   Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910
    

   Deadline:

   Tuesday, July 7

   ×

   How do I submit my enrollment agreement and housing deposit?

   To submit your enrollment agreement and housing deposit, follow the steps below:

   1. Log on to myau.american.edu.
   2. Click on the Academics tab on the left side
   3. Under Personalized Links, select Enrollment Agreement and Housing Deposit.
   4. Complete and submit with the $400 tuition and $200 housing deposits (use a credit card or e-check) by May 1.

    

   Housing and roommate information will be available via the portal July 15 (for fall) and December 15 (for spring).

   For further information, please contact:

   Housing and Dining Programs
   202-882-3370 or 
   housing@american.edu

   Office of Admissions
   202-885-6000 or
   admissions@american.edu

   Office of Admissions
   202-885-6000 or
   admissions@american.edu

5. Submit the Immunization Form

   Available Now

   Email your Immunization Form to immunizations@american.edu.
   Questions? Student Health Center • shc@american.edu

   
   Deadline

   
   Wednesday, July 15, 2020
    

   More Infoabout immunization requirements

   ×

   Immunization Requirements

   All students under age 26 (except for students who meet statutory requirements for exemption based upon religious or medical reason) must provide proof of the below listed immunizations prior to registration.

   Students from overseas should note that all required vaccinations will need to be up-to-date before enrolling in American University, even if the stated vaccinations are not required in your home country.

   Documenting Your Immunizations

   Mandatory Immunization Form

   The Mandatory Immunization Form is the only form that will be accepted as proof of vaccination and must be submitted directly to the Student Health Center. Incomplete information or invalid dates on this form will prevent you from being allowed to attend classes.

   Form Submission

   1. Please first obtain any needed immunizations.
   2. Then download, print and complete the form below with your medical provider.
   3. Upload your form at american.studenthealthportal.com via Document Uploads or email your form as a PDF to immunizations@american.edu. Remember to keep a copy for your records.

   Required Immunizations

   1. One Tetanus and Diphtheria booster given within the past ten years. (Tdap is recommended.)
   2. Two vaccinations against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), given after age one and at least 30 days apart.
   3. Two vaccinations against Varicella (Chickenpox) given at least 30 days apart, or a history of Chickenpox verified by titer results. DC requires two doses of the Varicella vaccine regardless of the age the student was first vaccinated.
   4. Three vaccinations against Hepatitis B, dose 2 given thirty days after dose 1, dose 3 given four months after dose 2.
   5. Any first year student living in university sponsored housing must be immunized against Meningitis or sign a waiver stating they have read and understand the risks of the disease and do not wish to be immunized.
   6. Any student under the age of 18 must show proof of being vaccinated against Polio.
   7. If you have received immunizations that do not fall into the immunization schedule above (for instance receiving an immunization a week early or a month late) you will need to provide proof results showing immunity.

   Religious or Medical Exemption

   • Religious exemption is allowed if a religious leader provides a detailed letter indicating that the immunizations violate his or her parishioner's religious beliefs.
   • Medical exemption is allowed if a medical professional provides a detailed letter indicating that immunizations are medically inadvisable.
   • Both kinds of letters should be addressed to the President of American University, as head of the institution and emailed to immunizations@american.edu.

    

6. Submit a headshot for your AU ID card

   Available Now
   View photo requirements and then submit your headshot.

   Questions? One Card & Dining Services • idcards@american.edu • (202) 885-2273

   Deadline

   Wednesday, July 31

   Submit Photo

7. Enroll in or waive the AU health insurance

   Available one week after receiving confirmation email from WSP staff

   Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • dchapma@american.edu • (202) 556-1397

   Deadline

   Friday, July 31, 2020
    

   More Infoabout health insurance options

   ×

   Health Insurance Requirements

   Purchase AU Health Insurance

   Students are automatically enrolled in the American University health insurance plan after their course registration has been processed by the WSP staff. If you would like to keep this insurance plan, please create your account at www.carefirst.com/AU. If you would like to waive the AU health insurance plan because you already have comparable insurance, follow the steps under Waive AU Health Insurance below.

   AU Health Insurance Premiums

   Fall 2020

   $814.00

   Spring 2021

   $1,139.00

   Summer 2020

   $470.00

   Annual

   $1,952.00

   AU Health Insurance Benefit Details

   Below is American University health insurance information you can use to compare your current insurance with the insurance plan offered by American University. You can find detailed plan information here.

   Overall Plan Maximum

   There is no overall maximum dollar limit on the policy.

   Deductible

   $200 In Network; $500 Out of Network

   Co-Insurance

   20% In Network; 40% Out of Network

   Individual Out-of-Pocket Maximum

   $6,350 per benefit period

   Prescription Drug Coverage

   $10 generic, $35 brand, $50 for non-preferred brand

   Emergency Coverage Overseas

   Included

   Coverage while in Washington, DC

   Included

   If you have been assessed the premium for the AU student health insurance plan and want to accept the coverage, please go to www.carefirst.com/AU and create your account. By creating your account, your coverage will become active as of January 1, 2020.

   If you do not create your account nor submit the waiver, your coverage will not become effective until you activate your account or until the waiver closes, and the charge will remain on your student account. You will not be able to print out an insurance card or access pharmacy benefits until approximately three weeks into the semester.

    

   Alternate Health Insurance

   Private insurance plans should meet the following criteria in order to qualify for a waiver of the American University sponsored student health insurance plan:

   • Alternate insurance plans must be provided by a company licensed to do business in the United Statues with a U.S. claims payment office, a U.S. phone number, and a U.S. address. The company must have a process to remit claims costs to providers within the U.S.
   • Alternate insurance plans must provide coverage for both in-patient and out-patient medical care in the Washington, DC, area, including but not limited to routine care, specialist office visits, diagnostic testing, and imaging.
   • Alternate insurance plans must provide for both in-patient and out-patient mental health care in the Washington, DC, area.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not limit coverage to Emergency or Urgent medical or mental health care in the Washington, DC, area.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not have a maximum dollar limit that the insurance will pay for medical claims.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not exclude coverage for the following:
   • • Pre-existing conditions (or the plan must have been in effect long enough that any waiting period has passed).
     • Conditions related to depression, eating disorders, suicide attempts or counseling, and drug or alcohol counseling/treatment.
     • Congenital and non-congenital mental health conditions.
     • Sports injuries, alcohol-related injuries or conditions, pregnancies, eating disorders.
   • Additional requirements exist for international students on AU-sponsored visas; please see here.

   Waive AU Health Insurance

   If your plan meets the above requirements, you can waive the AU student health insurance.

   1. Receive your Registration Confirmation email from WSP staff. (This is not the same as the pre-registration form submission confirmation. You will not be able to waive the health insurance until your registration has been finalized by WSP staff, which happens several weeks after submission of the pre-registration form.) The AU health insurance system will recognize you as an AU student approximately 7 days after your registration has been completed.
   2. Visit www.carefirst.com/AU.
   3. Follow the on-screen prompts and submit the waiver.

   If your waiver is approved, the student health insurance premium will be removed from your student account and you will receive a confirmation email. It is imperative that you save and print a copy of this email.

   Frequently Asked Question

   I tried to enter my seven-digit AU ID but was unable to login to the waiver system. Why is that?

   You will be able to access it approximately seven days after you have received the WSP Registration Confirmation email. Then, please follow these steps. If you experience any problems completing the waiver process, you may call CareFirst Technical Support Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm EST at +1 (877) 526-8390. If you have additional questions about the AU health insurance or waiver, please contact the AU Student Health Center at shc@american.edu.

    

8. Attend the mandatory orientation

   Event Date: Thursday & Friday, August 20-21

   Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
   Questions? WSP Team • washsem@american.edu • (202) 895-4900

9. Upload your resume for review

   Upload your resume to the Internship Web to receive feedback and let internship supervisors have early access
   Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

    

   Final Deadline:

   Monday, August 24

10. Attend the first day of classes

    First Day of Classes: Monday, August 24
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

11. Attend the Virtual Internship Fair

    Fair Date: Wednesday, August 26, 1:00 - 4:00 PM ET
    Dress professionally and network with Washington, DC, employers. Check your AU email for updates.
    Questions? Amy Morrill Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

12. Request necessary changes to courses

    Available after submission of pre-registration form

    
    Email Marissa Whitaker at mwhitaker@american.edu to request any necessary changes to your registration. September 4 is the last day to add or drop an elective course or research project. Courses dropped after September 7 will be recorded with a “W” on your AU transcript.
    
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

    Deadline:

    Friday, September 4

13. Submit the Experiential Learning Form (ELF) & begin your internship 

    Available after being offered an internship
    Begin your internship and complete the ELF in the Internship Web within the first 2.5 weeks of the semester.
    Students who have not completed this step by September 9 will be required to speak with their internship professor about the Internship Alternative.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

     

    Deadline:

    Wednesday, September 9
     

14. Complete the Midterm Internship Evaluation

    Available Tuesday, October 13
    Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

     

    Deadline:

    Friday, October 16
     

15. Complete the Final Internship Evaluation

    Available Tuesday, November 17
    Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

     

    Deadline:

    Friday, December 4
     

16. Submit transcript request form

    Available Thursday, August 20
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

     

    Deadline:

    Friday, December 11
     

    Grading System

Steps and deadlines are subject to change. View COVID-related FAQs. Please contact washsem@american.edu with any additional questions.

1. Accept your offer and enroll

   Available Now
   To enroll in the Washington Semester program, please submit your nonrefundable 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 nonrefundable 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.

   Rules and Regulations

   All students must adhere to the American University Academic Integrity Code and Undergraduate Student Regulations. Please make sure to review this information before courses begin.
   
   Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4910

   Deadline:

   Wednesday, July 15

2. Proceed with the immigration process

   If you intend to enter the U.S. to participate in the fall semester and would require immigration support, contact Marissa Whitaker at mwhitaker@american.edu.
   Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

3. Begin your search

   Available after receiving email invitation
   Log into the Internship Web and upload your resume.
   Pick an advising session from this schedule and email Amy Morrill-Bijeau to sign up.
   Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4967

    

   Deadline

   ASAP

4. Upload your resume for review

   Available upon login to the Internship Web
   Upload your resume to the Internship Web to receive feedback and have it added to the employer resume book.
   Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4967

    

   Priority Deadline:

   Wednesday, July 1

5. Complete the Registration Checklist

   Available Now
   Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

    

   Deadline

   Tuesday, July 7

6. Submit the Immunization Form

   Available Now
   Email your Immunization Form to immunizations@american.edu.
   Questions? WSP Student Services Team • spexsstudentservices@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4900

    

   Deadline

   Wednesday, July 15

   More Infoabout immunization requirements

   ×

   Immunization Requirements

   All students under age 26 (except for students who meet statutory requirements for exemption based upon religious or medical reason) must provide proof of the below listed immunizations prior to registration.

   Students from overseas should note that all required vaccinations will need to be up-to-date before enrolling in American University, even if the stated vaccinations are not required in your home country.

   Documenting Your Immunizations

   Mandatory Immunization Form

   The Mandatory Immunization Form is the only form that will be accepted as proof of vaccination and must be submitted directly to the Student Health Center. Incomplete information or invalid dates on this form will prevent you from being allowed to attend classes.

   Form Submission

   1. Please first obtain any needed immunizations.
   2. Then download, print and complete the form below with your medical provider.
   3. Upload your form at american.studenthealthportal.com via Document Uploads or email your form as a PDF to immunizations@american.edu. Remember to keep a copy for your records.

   Required Immunizations

   1. One Tetanus and Diphtheria booster given within the past ten years. (Tdap is recommended.)
   2. Two vaccinations against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), given after age one and at least 30 days apart.
   3. Two vaccinations against Varicella (Chickenpox) given at least 30 days apart, or a history of Chickenpox verified by titer results. DC requires two doses of the Varicella vaccine regardless of the age the student was first vaccinated.
   4. Three vaccinations against Hepatitis B, dose 2 given thirty days after dose 1, dose 3 given four months after dose 2.
   5. Any first year student living in university sponsored housing must be immunized against Meningitis or sign a waiver stating they have read and understand the risks of the disease and do not wish to be immunized.
   6. Any student under the age of 18 must show proof of being vaccinated against Polio.
   7. If you have received immunizations that do not fall into the immunization schedule above (for instance receiving an immunization a week early or a month late) you will need to provide proof results showing immunity.

   Religious or Medical Exemption

   • Religious exemption is allowed if a religious leader provides a detailed letter indicating that the immunizations violate his or her parishioner's religious beliefs.
   • Medical exemption is allowed if a medical professional provides a detailed letter indicating that immunizations are medically inadvisable.
   • Both kinds of letters should be addressed to the President of American University, as head of the institution and emailed to immunizations@american.edu.

    

7. Submit a headshot for your AU ID card

   Available Now
   View photo requirements and then submit your headshot.

   Questions? One Card & Dining Services • idcards@american.edu • +1 (202) 885-2273

   Deadline

   Wednesday, July 31

   Submit Photo

8. Enroll in or waive the AU health insurance

   Available one week after receiving confirmation email from WSP staff
   Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • dchapma@american.edu • +1 (202) 556-1397

   Deadline

   Friday, July 31

   More Infoabout health insurance options

   ×

   Health Insurance Requirements

   Purchase AU Health Insurance

   Students are automatically enrolled in the American University health insurance plan after their course registration has been processed by the WSP staff. If you would like to keep this insurance plan, please create your account at www.carefirst.com/AU. If you would like to waive the AU health insurance plan because you already have comparable insurance, follow the steps under Waive AU Health Insurance below.

   AU Health Insurance Premiums

   Fall 2020

   $814.00

   Spring 2021

   $1,139.00

    

   AU Health Insurance Benefit Details

   Below is American University health insurance information you can use to compare your current insurance with the insurance plan offered by American University. You can find detailed plan information here.

   Overall Plan Maximum

   There is no overall maximum dollar limit on the policy.

   Deductible

   $200 In Network; $500 Out of Network

   Co-Insurance

   20% In Network; 40% Out of Network

   Individual Out-of-Pocket Maximum

   $6,350 per benefit period

   Prescription Drug Coverage

   $10 generic, $35 brand, $50 for non-preferred brand

   Emergency Coverage Overseas

   Included

   Coverage while in Washington, DC

   Included

   If you have been assessed the premium for the AU student health insurance plan and want to accept the coverage, please go to www.carefirst.com/AU and create your account. By creating your account, your coverage will become active as of January 1, 2020.

   If you do not create your account nor submit the waiver, your coverage will not become effective until you activate your account or until the waiver closes, and the charge will remain on your student account. You will not be able to print out an insurance card or access pharmacy benefits until approximately three weeks into the semester.

    

   Alternate Health Insurance

   Private insurance plans should meet the following criteria in order to qualify for a waiver of the American University sponsored student health insurance plan:

   • Alternate insurance plans must be provided by a company licensed to do business in the United Statues with a U.S. claims payment office, a U.S. phone number, and a U.S. address. The company must have a process to remit claims costs to providers within the U.S.
   • Alternate insurance plans must provide coverage for both in-patient and out-patient medical care in the Washington, DC, area, including but not limited to routine care, specialist office visits, diagnostic testing, and imaging.
   • Alternate insurance plans must provide for both in-patient and out-patient mental health care in the Washington, DC, area.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not limit coverage to Emergency or Urgent medical or mental health care in the Washington, DC, area.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not have a maximum dollar limit that the insurance will pay for medical claims.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not exclude coverage for the following:
   • • Pre-existing conditions (or the plan must have been in effect long enough that any waiting period has passed).
     • Conditions related to depression, eating disorders, suicide attempts or counseling, and drug or alcohol counseling/treatment.
     • Congenital and non-congenital mental health conditions.
     • Sports injuries, alcohol-related injuries or conditions, pregnancies, eating disorders.
   • Additional requirements exist for international students on AU-sponsored visas; please see here.

   Waive AU Health Insurance

   If your plan meets the above requirements, you can waive the AU student health insurance.

   1. Receive your Registration Confirmation email from WSP staff. (This is not the same as the pre-registration form submission confirmation. You will not be able to waive the health insurance until your registration has been finalized by WSP staff, which happens several weeks after submission of the pre-registration form.) The AU health insurance system will recognize you as an AU student approximately 7 days after your registration has been completed.
   2. Visit www.carefirst.com/AU.
   3. Follow the on-screen prompts and submit the waiver.

   If your waiver is approved, the student health insurance premium will be removed from your student account and you will receive a confirmation email. It is imperative that you save and print a copy of this email.

   Frequently Asked Question

   I tried to enter my seven-digit AU ID but was unable to login to the waiver system. Why is that?

   You will be able to access it approximately seven days after you have received the WSP Registration Confirmation email. Then, please follow these steps. If you experience any problems completing the waiver process, you may call CareFirst Technical Support Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm EST at +1 (877) 526-8390. If you have additional questions about the AU health insurance or waiver, please contact the AU Student Health Center at shc@american.edu.

9. Attend the mandatory orientation

   Event Dates: Monday, August 17 (International Orientation - tentative)
   Thursday & Friday, August 20-21 (WSP Orientation)

   Check your AU email for updates about times and link to join.
   Questions? WSP Team • washsem@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4900

10. Upload your resume for review

    Available upon login to the Internship Web
    Upload your resume to the Internship Web to receive feedback and let internship supervisors have early access.
    Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4967

     

    Final Deadline:

    Monday, August 24

11. Attend the first day of classes

    First Day of Classes: Monday, August 24
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

12. Attend the Virtual Internship Fair

    Fair Date: Wednesday, August 26, 1:00 - 4:00 PM ET
    Questions? Amy Morrill Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4967

13. Request necessary changes to courses

    Available after submission of pre-registration form
    Email Marissa Whitaker at mwhitaker@american.edu to request any necessary changes to your registration. September 4 is the last day to add or drop an elective course or research project. Courses dropped after September 7 will be recorded with a “W” on your AU transcript.
    
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

     

    Deadline

    Friday, September 4

14. Submit the Experiential Learning Form (ELF) & begin your position

    Available after being offered a position
    Begin your position and complete the ELF in the Internship Web within the first 2.5 weeks of the semester. Students who have not completed this step by September 9 will be required to speak with their experiential learning professor about the Internship Alternative.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

    
    Deadline:

    Wednesday, September 9

15. Complete the Midterm Internship Evaluation

    Available Tuesday, October 13
    Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4967

    
    Deadline:

    Friday, October 16

16. Complete the Final Internship Evaluation

    Available Tuesday, November 17
    Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • +1 (202) 895-4967

    
    Deadline:

    Friday, December 4

17. Submit transcript request form

    Available Thursday, August 20
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

     

    Deadline:

    Friday, December 11

    Grading System

Steps and deadlines are subject to change. View COVID-related FAQs. Please contact washsem@american.edu with any additional questions.

1. 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.

   Rules and Regulations

   All students must adhere to the American University Academic Integrity Code and Undergraduate Student Regulations. Please make sure to review this information before courses begin.

   Deadline:

   December 1

2. Submit survey for optional off-campus housing

   Available within one week of deposit submission
   Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • dchapma@american.edu • (202) 895-4912

   Deadline:

   November 30

3. Begin your internship search

   Available upon receiving email invitation
   Log into the Internship Web and upload your resume.
   Pick an advising session from this schedule and email Amy Morrill-Bijeau to sign up.
   Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967
    

   Deadline:

   ASAP

4. Upload your resume for review

   Upload your resume to the Internship Web to receive feedback and let internship supervisors have early access.
   Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

    

   Priority Deadline:

   November 15

5. Complete the Registration Checklist

   Available in November
   Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910
    

   Deadline:

   December 1

   ×

   How do I submit my enrollment agreement and housing deposit?

   To submit your enrollment agreement and housing deposit, follow the steps below:

   1. Log on to myau.american.edu.
   2. Click on the Academics tab on the left side
   3. Under Personalized Links, select Enrollment Agreement and Housing Deposit.
   4. Complete and submit with the $400 tuition and $200 housing deposits (use a credit card or e-check) by May 1.

    

   Housing and roommate information will be available via the portal July 15 (for fall) and December 15 (for spring).

   For further information, please contact:

   Housing and Dining Programs
   202-882-3370 or 
   housing@american.edu

   Office of Admissions
   202-885-6000 or
   admissions@american.edu

   Office of Admissions
   202-885-6000 or
   admissions@american.edu

6. Submit the Immunization Form

   Available Now

   Email your Immunization Form to immunizations@american.edu.
   Questions? Student Health Center • shc@american.edu

   
   Deadline

   January 11
    

   More Infoabout immunization requirements

   ×

   Immunization Requirements

   All students under age 26 (except for students who meet statutory requirements for exemption based upon religious or medical reason) must provide proof of the below listed immunizations prior to registration.

   Students from overseas should note that all required vaccinations will need to be up-to-date before enrolling in American University, even if the stated vaccinations are not required in your home country.

   Documenting Your Immunizations

   Mandatory Immunization Form

   The Mandatory Immunization Form is the only form that will be accepted as proof of vaccination and must be submitted directly to the Student Health Center. Incomplete information or invalid dates on this form will prevent you from being allowed to attend classes.

   Form Submission

   1. Please first obtain any needed immunizations.
   2. Then download, print and complete the form below with your medical provider.
   3. Upload your form at american.studenthealthportal.com via Document Uploads or email your form as a PDF to immunizations@american.edu. Remember to keep a copy for your records.

   Required Immunizations

   1. One Tetanus and Diphtheria booster given within the past ten years. (Tdap is recommended.)
   2. Two vaccinations against Measles, Mumps, and Rubella (MMR), given after age one and at least 30 days apart.
   3. Two vaccinations against Varicella (Chickenpox) given at least 30 days apart, or a history of Chickenpox verified by titer results. DC requires two doses of the Varicella vaccine regardless of the age the student was first vaccinated.
   4. Three vaccinations against Hepatitis B, dose 2 given thirty days after dose 1, dose 3 given four months after dose 2.
   5. Any first year student living in university sponsored housing must be immunized against Meningitis or sign a waiver stating they have read and understand the risks of the disease and do not wish to be immunized.
   6. Any student under the age of 18 must show proof of being vaccinated against Polio.
   7. If you have received immunizations that do not fall into the immunization schedule above (for instance receiving an immunization a week early or a month late) you will need to provide proof results showing immunity.

   Religious or Medical Exemption

   • Religious exemption is allowed if a religious leader provides a detailed letter indicating that the immunizations violate his or her parishioner's religious beliefs.
   • Medical exemption is allowed if a medical professional provides a detailed letter indicating that immunizations are medically inadvisable.
   • Both kinds of letters should be addressed to the President of American University, as head of the institution and emailed to immunizations@american.edu.

    

7. Submit a headshot for your AU ID card

   Available Now
   View photo requirements and then submit your headshot.

   Questions? One Card & Dining Services • idcards@american.edu • (202) 885-2273

   Deadline

   December 1

   Submit Photo

8. 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 • dchapma@american.edu • (202) 556-1397

   Deadline

   January 11
    

   More Infoabout health insurance options

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   Health Insurance Requirements

   Purchase AU Health Insurance

   Students are automatically enrolled in the American University health insurance plan after their course registration has been processed by the WSP staff. If you would like to keep this insurance plan, please create your account at www.carefirst.com/AU. If you would like to waive the AU health insurance plan because you already have comparable insurance, follow the steps under Waive AU Health Insurance below.

   AU Health Insurance Premiums

   Fall 2020

   $814.00

   Spring 2021

   $1,139.00

   Summer 2020

   $470.00

   Annual

   $1,952.00

   AU Health Insurance Benefit Details

   Below is American University health insurance information you can use to compare your current insurance with the insurance plan offered by American University. You can find detailed plan information here.

   Overall Plan Maximum

   There is no overall maximum dollar limit on the policy.

   Deductible

   $200 In Network; $500 Out of Network

   Co-Insurance

   20% In Network; 40% Out of Network

   Individual Out-of-Pocket Maximum

   $6,350 per benefit period

   Prescription Drug Coverage

   $10 generic, $35 brand, $50 for non-preferred brand

   Emergency Coverage Overseas

   Included

   Coverage while in Washington, DC

   Included

   If you have been assessed the premium for the AU student health insurance plan and want to accept the coverage, please go to www.carefirst.com/AU and create your account. By creating your account, your coverage will become active as of January 1, 2020.

   If you do not create your account nor submit the waiver, your coverage will not become effective until you activate your account or until the waiver closes, and the charge will remain on your student account. You will not be able to print out an insurance card or access pharmacy benefits until approximately three weeks into the semester.

    

   Alternate Health Insurance

   Private insurance plans should meet the following criteria in order to qualify for a waiver of the American University sponsored student health insurance plan:

   • Alternate insurance plans must be provided by a company licensed to do business in the United Statues with a U.S. claims payment office, a U.S. phone number, and a U.S. address. The company must have a process to remit claims costs to providers within the U.S.
   • Alternate insurance plans must provide coverage for both in-patient and out-patient medical care in the Washington, DC, area, including but not limited to routine care, specialist office visits, diagnostic testing, and imaging.
   • Alternate insurance plans must provide for both in-patient and out-patient mental health care in the Washington, DC, area.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not limit coverage to Emergency or Urgent medical or mental health care in the Washington, DC, area.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not have a maximum dollar limit that the insurance will pay for medical claims.
   • Alternate insurance plans must not exclude coverage for the following:
   • • Pre-existing conditions (or the plan must have been in effect long enough that any waiting period has passed).
     • Conditions related to depression, eating disorders, suicide attempts or counseling, and drug or alcohol counseling/treatment.
     • Congenital and non-congenital mental health conditions.
     • Sports injuries, alcohol-related injuries or conditions, pregnancies, eating disorders.
   • Additional requirements exist for international students on AU-sponsored visas; please see here.

   Waive AU Health Insurance

   If your plan meets the above requirements, you can waive the AU student health insurance.

   1. Receive your Registration Confirmation email from WSP staff. (This is not the same as the pre-registration form submission confirmation. You will not be able to waive the health insurance until your registration has been finalized by WSP staff, which happens several weeks after submission of the pre-registration form.) The AU health insurance system will recognize you as an AU student approximately 7 days after your registration has been completed.
   2. Visit www.carefirst.com/AU.
   3. Follow the on-screen prompts and submit the waiver.

   If your waiver is approved, the student health insurance premium will be removed from your student account and you will receive a confirmation email. It is imperative that you save and print a copy of this email.

   Frequently Asked Question

   I tried to enter my seven-digit AU ID but was unable to login to the waiver system. Why is that?

   You will be able to access it approximately seven days after you have received the WSP Registration Confirmation email. Then, please follow these steps. If you experience any problems completing the waiver process, you may call CareFirst Technical Support Monday-Friday 8:00am-6:00pm EST at +1 (877) 526-8390. If you have additional questions about the AU health insurance or waiver, please contact the AU Student Health Center at shc@american.edu.

    

9. Review and/or settle your AU student account

   Confirm your financial aid, billing, and payment arrangements with AU and your home school.
   
   Questions? Donna Chapman Williams • dchapma@american.edu • (202) 895-4912

    

   Deadline:

   January 12

10. Attend the mandatory orientation

    Event Date: Thursday & Friday, January 14-15

    Check your AU email for updates about times and locations.
    Questions? WSP Team • washsem@american.edu • (202) 895-4900

11. Upload your resume for review

    Upload your resume to the Internship Web to receive feedback and let internship supervisors have early access
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

     

    Final Deadline:

    January 19

12. Attend the first day of classes

    First Day of Classes: Tuesday, January 19
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910
     

13. Attend the Virtual Internship Fair

    Fair Date: Th, January 21, 1:00 - 4:00 PM ET
    Zoom Link: https://american.zoom.us/my/internandlearn
    Dress professionally and network with Washington, DC, employers. Check your AU email for updates.
    Questions? Amy Morrill Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

14. Request necessary changes to courses

    Available after submission of pre-registration form

    
    Email Marissa Whitaker at mwhitaker@american.edu to request any necessary changes to your registration. Monday, February 1 is the last day to add or drop an elective course or research project. Courses dropped after February 1 will be recorded with a “W” on your AU transcript.
    
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

    Deadline:

    February 1

15. Submit the Experiential Learning Form (ELF) & begin your internship 

    Available after being offered an internship
    Begin your internship and complete the ELF in the Internship Web within the first 2.5 weeks of the semester.
    Students who have not completed this step by September 9 will be required to speak with their internship professor about the Internship Alternative.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

     

    Deadline:

    February 3
     

16. Complete the Midterm Internship Evaluation

    Available Tuesday, October 13
    Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

     

    Deadline:

    March 5
     

17. Complete the Final Internship Evaluation

    Available Tuesday, November 17
    Check your AU email inbox for evaluation instructions.
    Questions? Amy Morrill-Bijeau • morrill@american.edu • (202) 895-4967

     

    Deadline:

    April 26 (last day of internship and classes)
     

18. Submit transcript request form

    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. Available January 19
    Questions? Marissa Whitaker • mwhitaker@american.edu • (202) 895-4910

     

    Deadline:

    April 26
     

    Grading System