Costs

Tuition Costs

Students attending under inter-institutional agreements with AU, please consult your study abroad or international office for information on tuition costs.

Student fees and Living costs

For the 2008-2009 academic year, estimated expenses per semester are:

 

Tuition

$5,900.00

Mandatory Student Fees 1

$160.00

Rent/housing (based on double occupancy) 2

$4,129.00

Residence Hall Fee

$14.00

Meal Plan (Subject to Change) 3

$2,131.00

Estimated Living Expenses:

 

Books

$250.00

Health Insurance (AU Plan) 4

$1,440.00

Personal (telephone, dining, clothing, laundry, entertainment, copy services)

$900.00

***Costs for the academic year 2009-2010 can be expected in late spring 2009. Average a cost increase of 5-6%.

 

Important Additional Costs - Students must be able to meet the following costs as they apply to their particular situation:

  • Travel expenses between home country and Washington and during vacation periods
  • Large purchases (such as computers, furniture, etc)
  • Medical expenses not covered by health insurance (eye care, dental care, medical problems developed before arriving at the university)
  • Food and housing during school holidays (refer to the University Housing and Dining Services website at http://www.american.edu/ocl/housing/)
  1. Lab fees may be subject to change.
  2. Costs for 2008-2009 academic year. Triple occupancy cost is $3,017 per semester.
  3. Cost shown is based on the 150-Block Meal Plan.
  4. American University requires all full-time students to have health insurance (except those on A, G, and H visas, although it is still highly recommended). If you are in F-1 or J-1 status, you must also have health insurance for your accompanying F-2 or J-2 dependents. You should carry valid proof of insurance at all times during your stay in the United States. Unless you complete a health insurance waiver form, you will be billed automatically for the American University insurance plan, which provides low-cost and comprehensive coverage. Other plans are also available to international students.