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American University

Location

American University, Washington D.C. United States

Ranking

# =587QS World University Rankings

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96Undergrad. & Postgrad. Programmes

International

13 % International students

University Profile

About American University

American University  is a leader in global education, enrolling a diverse student body from throughout the United States and nearly 140 countries. Located in Washington, D.C., the university provides opportunities for academic excellence, public service,...
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About American University

American University  is a leader in global education, enrolling a diverse student body from throughout the United States and nearly 140 countries. Located in Washington, D.C., the university provides opportunities for academic excellence, public service,...
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Available programmes

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University information

Please visit our website (https://www.american.edu/) for details on all entry requirements for each of our programs

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Scholarships

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Rankings & Ratings

American University is one of the top private universities in Washington D.C., United States. It is ranked #=587 in QS World University Rankings 2026.

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  • 2012
    #601+
  • 2014
    #471-480
  • 2015
    #431-440
  • 2016
    #=373
  • 2017
    #384
  • 2018
    #471-480
  • 2019
    #541-550
  • 2020
    #601-650
  • 2021
    #651-700
  • 2022
    #651-700
  • 2023
    #701-750
  • 2024
    #791-800
  • 2025
    #711-720
  • 2026
    #=587

Ranking criteria

Overall
28.6
Academic Reputation
19.8
Citations per Faculty
7.6
Employment Outcomes
51.6
Employer Reputation
50.2
Faculty Student Ratio
45.1
International Faculty Ratio
16.7
International Research Network
34.6
International Student Diversity
33.1
International Student Ratio
27
Sustainability
74.6

QS World University Rankings

  • 2012
    #601+
  • 2014
    #471-480
  • 2015
    #431-440
  • 2016
    #=373
  • 2017
    #384
  • 2018
    #471-480
  • 2019
    #541-550
  • 2020
    #601-650
  • 2021
    #651-700
  • 2022
    #651-700
  • 2023
    #701-750
  • 2024
    #791-800
  • 2025
    #711-720
  • 2026
    #=587

Campus locations

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American University Campus

4400 Massachusetts Avenue, N.W.

Washington D.C.

US

20016

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