American University will not renew its lease for the Frequency Apartments after the 2026-2027 academic year. The Frequency will remain an AU housing option through August 14, 2027. AU is focusing its housing investment on the on-campus residential experience and facilities it operates directly. 

Yes. The Frequency will continue to operate as an AU housing option throughout the 2026-2027 academic year. Current residents are not being asked to move as a result of this announcement.  

AU is concentrating its housing investment on improving the on-campus residential experience. That includes work on furnishings and room configurations in existing facilities and stronger options for upper-division, graduate, and law students. 

AU will share available housing options, eligibility, and selection information for 2027-2028 before applications open. Students with questions about their individual options can contact Housing & Residence Life at that time. 

No, AU is focusing investment on the residential facilities it operates directly, including improvements to furnishings and room configurations. The university is also exploring options that better serve upper-division, graduate, and law students.  

AU will continue to provide a variety of housing options for upper-division students. Information regarding available room types, eligibility requirements, and housing selection processes for the 2027-2028 academic year will be shared through the university's regular housing communications. 

Yes. AU is exploring room configurations, furnishings, and other improvements to meet the needs of upper-division students. Details about specific options will be shared as plans are finalized.  

Students will receive information of the 2027-28 housing application and selection process. Future updates will be communicated through the university's regular housing communications and housing website.  

Yes. Students will continue to receive all current housing and residence life services and support throughout the transition.  

Housing rates for future academic years are reviewed and approved through the university's normal budgeting and rate-setting processes. Information about 2027-2028 housing rates will be shared when available. 

The university is exploring enhancements that may include upgraded furnishings, additional room configurations, improvements to selected residence halls, and offerings tailored to the needs of upper-division, graduate, and law students. 

The Frequency will not be an AU housing option in 2027-2028. Housing & Residence Life will share available university housing choices and selection details before applications open. 

Students and families with questions should contact Housing & Residence Life at [email protected] or (202) 885-3370 for the most current information regarding housing options, timelines, and transition planning. 

The university will continue to provide updates through Housing & Residence Life communications and the housing website as additional information becomes available.