American University
- 4 Year
- WASHINGTON, DC
CollegeGrad School
American University Academics
American Academic Statistics
Academics
grade A
Based on acceptance rate, quality of professors, student reviews, and additional factors.
Graduation Rate
79%
National
49%Full-Time Retention Rate
87%
Part-Time Retention Rate
67%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$5,933
National
$1,524Non-traditional Learning
- Evening Degree ProgramsYes
- Teacher CertificationYes
- Study AbroadYes
About the Classes
Most Popular Majors
- International Relations448 Graduates
- Business213 Graduates
- Political Science and Government188 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities127 Graduates
- Public Relations109 Graduates
- Economics95 Graduates
- Public Health74 Graduates
- Journalism72 Graduates
- Criminal Justice and Safety Studies67 Graduates
- Psychology59 Graduates
96%
of students say they attend class. 85 responsesAmerican Professors
Professors
grade A minus
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
11:1
Female Professors
49%
Male Professors
51%
Average Professor Salary
$136,632
Poll
42%
of students say they take advantage of office hours/study sessions. 85 responsesGet Recruited
What Students Say About Professors
Poll
91%
of students say professors are passionate about the topics they teach. 148 responsesPoll
82%
of students say professors care about their students' success. 148 responsesPoll
85%
of students say professors are engaging and easy to understand. 148 responsesPoll
86%
of students agree professors are approachable and helpful when needed. 148 responsesSimilar Colleges
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