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At American University, passion inspires meaningful impact, changemakers find community, and the world’s greatest challenges meet their match. Our undergraduate experience centers on empowering lives of purpose, advancing knowledge through experiential learning, and partnering with our home city of Washington, DC. Whatever your passion, an AU education is a launching pad for those who want to lead the way toward positive change. The flexibility of our programs and the breadth of our faculty expertise help you focus your studies on what drives you. Our community is filled with ambitious visionaries and practitioners who use their passion and purpose to make an impact in this changing world. We are a university driven to make a difference. We step up, we show up, and we say challenge accepted to the issues that matter most to us—and our communities. Are you ready to join us?
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Admissions 101: Preparing for the College Application Process
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Applying to college can feel like a full-time job. So educating yourself about key steps can make the college application process less stressful. Join us for this webinar to learn some tips to make the process easier. AU admissions staff will be on hand to present as well as answer any questions you may have.
Admissions 101: Writing the College Essay
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For many students, writing the college essay can be the hardest part of the application process. Join us as we share our tips on college admissions essays that work. There will be a brief opening presentation followed by time for your questions. AU admissions staff will be available on this webinar to answer all your college essay questions.
Admisiones 101: El Proceso de Admisión Universitario
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Esta presentación virtual se enfoca en consejos sobre cómo navegar el proceso de solicitud, ayuda financiera y la búsqueda de universidades. Nuestro equipo de admisiones de AU esta disponible para responder sus preguntas.
Admissions 101: International Students Applying to Schools in the US
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Embarking your college search in the U.S. and not sure where to start? We get it. The whole process can be so overwhelming. We invite you to attend our Admissions 101: International Students Applying to Schools in the U.S. webinar, where we’ll cover topics such as how to narrow down your college list, general overview of U.S. college application process, how different national curriculums are reviewed, visa requirements, financial aid options, etc. We’d also love to hear what type of questions you have and help empower you to navigate the complexities of the U.S. application process with confidence.
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No matter your major or your career goals, the majority of AU students take advantage of some experiential learning opportunity while they are here. From internships and service-learning to study abroad and undergraduate research, AU offers countless ways to take your education and make it real.