How much are American University tuition fees?

American University tuition fees per College Scorecard show out-of-state tuition of $56,543 and in-state tuition of $56,543.

What is American University's average net price after aid?

American University's average net price after grants and scholarships per College Scorecard is $41,945. Use the net price by income table for a more specific affordability view.

What does American University cost for families earning under $30,000?

College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $21,176 for American University students from families earning under $30,000.

What salary after graduation is reported for American University?

Per College Scorecard, American University reports 10-year median earnings of $77,370. Compare that figure with net price and debt to estimate ROI.

How does this American University ROI page estimate debt payback?

Debt payback estimates divide reported median completer debt by 10% of reported program earnings, then convert the result to months. The result is directional and should be verified against your actual aid package and borrowing plan.

How long could it take to pay off American University debt with a Business Administration, Management and Operations credential?

Using reported median completer debt and 10% of the reported Business Administration, Management and Operations program salary, the estimated debt payback period is ~31 months. This is a directional estimate, not financial advice.

How long could it take to pay off American University debt with a Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods credential?

Using reported median completer debt and 10% of the reported Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods program salary, the estimated debt payback period is ~31 months. This is a directional estimate, not financial advice.

How long could it take to pay off American University debt with a Public Administration credential?

Using reported median completer debt and 10% of the reported Public Administration program salary, the estimated debt payback period is ~39 months. This is a directional estimate, not financial advice.

How long could it take to pay off American University debt with a Finance and Financial Management Services credential?

Using reported median completer debt and 10% of the reported Finance and Financial Management Services program salary, the estimated debt payback period is ~43 months. This is a directional estimate, not financial advice.

How long could it take to pay off American University debt with a Accounting and Related Services credential?

Using reported median completer debt and 10% of the reported Accounting and Related Services program salary, the estimated debt payback period is ~44 months. This is a directional estimate, not financial advice.

Tuition fees, net price and ROI

American University Tuition Fees, Net Price and ROI Calculator

Focused cost page for American University covering in-state tuition, out-of-state tuition, net price by income, debt payback by major, financial aid, salary and ROI.

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In-state tuition

$56,543

Out-of-state tuition

$56,543

Average net price

$41,945

Last updated June 13, 2026. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard and IPEDS.

American University Tuition Fees and 4-Year Cost

Use this focused cost summary to compare published tuition with estimated attendance cost and average net price after aid. Final bills can change by residency, housing, aid eligibility, program fees and enrollment level.

Cost per year

$71,549

4-year attendance

$286,196

4-year tuition

$226,172

4-year net price

$167,780

American University Net Price by Family Income

College Scorecard income-bracket net price data shows how average cost changes after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

Family income	Avg net price	Savings vs sticker	Monthly view
$0–$30,000	$21,176	$50,373	$1,765/mo
$30,001–$48,000	$18,630	$52,919	$1,553/mo
$48,001–$75,000	$23,477	$48,072	$1,956/mo
$75,001–$110,000	$34,587	$36,962	$2,882/mo
Over $110,000	$53,257	$18,292	$4,438/mo

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Major-level ROI

American University Debt Payback by Major and Program Salary

Debt payback estimates divide median completer debt by 10% of reported program earnings, then convert the result to months. This gives a directional debt-to-earnings view by program.

Major / program	Credential	Program salary	Debt payback
Business Administration, Management and Operations	Master's Degree	$89,205	~31 months
Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods	Master's Degree	$87,167	~31 months
Public Administration	Master's Degree	$69,734	~39 months
Finance and Financial Management Services	Bachelor's Degree	$64,161	~43 months
Accounting and Related Services	Master's Degree	$61,356	~44 months
Educational Administration and Supervision	Master's Degree	$61,023	~45 months
Law	First Professional Degree	$60,267	~45 months
International Relations and National Security Studies	Master's Degree	$59,460	~46 months
Business Administration, Management and Operations	Bachelor's Degree	$50,809	~54 months
Legal Research and Advanced Professional Studies	Master's Degree	$48,710	~56 months
Economics	Bachelor's Degree	$48,661	~56 months
Political Science and Government	Bachelor's Degree	$45,217	~60 months

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American University Aid, Debt and Loan Cost Signals

Pell grant rate

12.73%

Federal loan rate

35.00%

Median completer debt

$22,750

Median monthly payment

$241

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