Overview
American University is a student-centered research institution located in Washington, DC, with highly-ranked schools and colleges, internationally-renowned faculty, and a reputation for creating meaningful change in the world. In particular, the University’s School of International Service is one of the top ten international affairs schools in USA.
All AU Students undergo a Core curriculum that is designed to highlight metacognition. This means that students understand learning is a continuous process that equips students with the understanding of how to learn, whether the learning comes from books or teachers. This is why AU students are able to distinguish themselves for their service, leadership, and ability to rethink global and domestic challenges and opportunities.