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American University

Washington D.C., USA

American University is one of the top universities in Washington D.C. which first started teaching undergraduates close to a hundred years ago in 1925. The university houses eight schools and colleges including Kogod School of Business, School of Communication, School of Public Affairs, College of Arts and Sciences, School of International Service and Washington College of Law. Close to 20% of students at American University are international.
The university is ranked 76 in the USNWR rankings, with the Kogod School of Business being ranked first in Washington DC. USNWR also ranks it 25th nationally for undergraduate teaching. AU boasts of a top ranked international business program (ranked 14th in the United States). American University also has an incubation centre for helping students step into the world of entrepreneurship by assisting them in the launch of their startups. It also has a great research culture and is classified under R2: Doctoral Universities, which have high research activity.
The University is known for its commitment to a gender inclusive academic environment, with females currently composing 62% of the total student population. It is also highly ranked for its study abroad programs, which allows students to spend a semester or an academic year abroad in one of their partner universities.

Washington D.C. is the capital of the United States and was ranked as the 5th best city for jobs by Fortune magazine. It goes without saying that it has one of the most vibrant cultural, political and professional landscapes in the world. The university’s alumni and staff have produced Nobel prizes, Pulitzer prizes, United States Senators, Representatives and Ambassadors. With over 135000 alumni present globally, students can benefit from a vast and diverse network of individuals ready to support them in almost any career path they wish to pursue.