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American University - Washington

American University - Washington
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington, 20016

Official telephone: (202) 885-1000
Website: https://www.american.edu/
Screen last updated on: September 2025
QUICK FACTS
Type of school: private (nonprofit)
Programs: 4-year undergraduate, graduate school
Religious affiliation: no
Campus enrollment: 12,321 students
Coeducational information: coeducational institution
Location description: in or near a rural community (pop. under 5,000)
Application fee: $75

CONTACT INFORMATION
Street address: American University - Washington
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington 20016
Mailing address: American University - Washington
4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW
Washington 20016
Main telephone numbers: 202 885-1000

CAMPUS LINKS
Main homepage: https://www.american.edu/

CAMPUS SUMMARY
American University, founded in 1893, is a private doctoral institution. Programs are offered through the College of Arts & Sciences, the Kogod School of Business, the Schools of Communication, International Service, Public Affairs, Professional and Extended Studies, and the Washington College of Law. Its 84-acre main campus is located in northwest Washington.


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