Compare the American University Value of an Education

Is American University a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Determine the value of an education from The American University to understand if you'll be paying a fair price for your degree.

Within District of Columbia, American University is Considered a High Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

American University's overall average net price combined with a high quality education, results in a poor value for the money when compared to other colleges and universities in District of Columbia. This lands American University in the #6 slot on our ranking of Best Colleges for the Money in District of Columbia.

Nationally, Great School with a High Price

The quality of education you will receive at American University places it among the best in the country. However, when compared to other colleges and universities nationwide that deliver the same caliber of education, the net price to attend The American University is higher than it should be. This has earned it a low #948 ranking on the Best Colleges for the Money list. While this school earns high marks for quality, you can receive a comparable education elsewhere at a better price.

The following graphic shows how the cost of obtaining a degree at American University compares to other similar quality colleges nationwide.

Underpriced	Best	$119,956 - Ohio Northern University $143,481 - Duquesne University
	Good	$151,206 - University of Iowa $161,829 - The College of New Jersey $162,884 - University of the Sciences $164,361 - Marquette University
Average	Fair	$165,918 - University of Dayton $173,553 - University of Puget Sound $183,693 - Muhlenberg College $189,102 - Rochester Institute of Technology
	Low	$202,519 - American University
Overpriced	Poor

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The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $202,519

On average, a bachelor's degree at American University will cost you about $202,519. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $49,962 per year and an average of 4.1 years to graduate.

	Amount
Average Yearly Cost	$49,962
Average Years to Graduate	4.1
Estimated Average Total Cost of Degree	$202,519

Many Factors Affect Net Price.

How does the location of this school affect cost? You can save money by going to a school in-state, living at home or living off-campus with a roommate. Please see the net price page for additional factors, such as your family's income, that can influence the price you will pay for college.

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

The overall price of a college may vary greatly depending on your individual circumstances, thus affecting its value. Most students will not pay the full sticker price and few students fit perfectly into 'averages'. To get a sense of how value for your educational dollar might vary based on individual circumstances, look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at American University. Now compare this value metric for each college you are interested in.

Nationwide Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$260,373	1,422	C
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$202,519	1,510	D+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$155,184	1,403	C

In-State Value by Aid Group	Avg Total Degree Cost	Affordability Rank	Value Grade
Students Receiving no Aid	$260,373	5	C+
All Students (With and Without Aid)	$202,519	5	F+
Only Students Receiving Aid	$155,184	6	D

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of District of Columbia.

What is Value?

We calculate value by calculating average total cost (net price multiplied by time to graduation) and then compare that number to other schools of similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

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Compare the American University Value of an Education

Is American University a Good Educational Value for the Money?

Within District of Columbia, American University is Considered a High Quality College at a Very Expensive Price.

Nationally, Great School with a High Price

The Total Cost for Your Degree Will Be About $202,519

Value Varies Depending on Financial Circumstance

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