Can you get into American University?
Washington, Washington, D.C.
American University admits about 47% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students typically have SAT scores around 1300–1450, ACT composites around 29–33, about a 3.65 GPA (the middle 50%). Enter your stats below to see whether American University is a reach, match, or safety for you.
American University admissions profile
- Acceptance rate
- 47%
- SAT range (mid 50%)
- 1300–1450
- ACT range (mid 50%)
- 29–33
- Average GPA
- 3.65
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Admissions FAQ
- How hard is it to get into American University?
- American University has an acceptance rate of about 47%, which makes it moderately selective based on the most recent federal data.
- What GPA do you need to get into American University?
- Admitted students at American University have an average GPA of about 3.65. It's one factor among test scores, courses, and the rest of your application.
- What SAT or ACT score do you need for American University?
- The middle 50% of admitted students at American University have SAT scores between 1300–1450 and ACT composites between 29–33.
- What are my chances of getting into American University?
- Use FindU's free chance calculator on this page — enter your GPA and test scores to see whether American University is a reach, match, or safety. It's a directional estimate from public data, not a prediction or guarantee.