Student Resources

Your academic course schedule is available through the MyAU portal. Once you have created your account and logged in, choose Academics and then Eagle Service – Student Planning. Class details such as the day, time, location, and professor name and email address can all be found here.

For step-by-step instructions on how to see your schedule, please click on the video below

While many professors make grades available in Canvas, the university’s official grades are reported through the MyAU portal

The most common reason that students become locked out of their MyAU portal is due to a required password update. If your password has expired, the AU Helpdesk (helpdesk@american.edu) will be able to help you reset it. To avoid this situation, always update your password as soon as you see the notification letting you know that a password update is required.

Unfortunately no. The IAP requires continuous enrollment.

Undergraduate Accelerator Requirements

The undergraduate International Accelerator Program (IAP) is a non-degree academic pathway program for international students lacking the required English proficiency to be admissible to degree programs at American University (AU). The program is comprised of two distinct tracks: The Extended Accelerator Program track and the Academic Accelerator Program track. Students are placed in a curricular program track based on their English language proficiency level. The Extended Accelerator track is a four-term program during which students earn a minimum of 24 credits transferable to an undergraduate degree. The Academic Accelerator is a three-term program during which students earn a minimum of 24 credits transferable to an undergraduate degree. Within the Academic Accelerator, students with higher language proficiency are placed in the Advanced Academic Accelerator sub-track. Students in all tracks must comply with minimum F-1 visa course enrollment requirements while in the IAP.

In order to successfully complete the program, you must:

1. Complete all of the required courses in your program with satisfactory grades
2. Maintain a Grade Point Average above the minimum level
3. Maintain continuous enrollment

Masters Accelerator Requirements

The Masters Accelerator Program (MAP) is a non-degree academic pathway program comprised of two program tracks: Advanced MAP (AMAP) and MAP. Students are placed in a program track based on English language proficiency.

Students in MAP may select from participating graduate programs offered by the College of Arts and Sciences, the Kogod School of Business, the School of Education, and the School of Public Affairs. Students in MAP enroll in at least two (2) degree seeking courses in their graduate school of interest, plus English language coursework through the English Language and Training Academy (ELTA) and the Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) department. MAP students are not required to enroll in coursework in the summer term but may be granted permission in consultation with MAP advising.

In order to successfully complete the program, you must:

1. Complete all of the required courses in your program with satisfactory grades
2. Maintain a Grade Point Average above the minimum level
3. Maintain continuous enrollment

Students, staff and faculty with a campus presence must participate in regular testing to screen for COVID-19. Testing is mandatory and free of charge. Please note: ONLY those with a campus presence may test; if you are not on campus, you must test with your provider or at a community testing site.

Click HERE for more information.

The Student Health Center remains open for students.

Hours of operation: Monday—Friday, 8 am—5:00 pm

If you’re a student and have health-related questions or concerns, please reach out to the Student Health Center via secure messaging (within the Student Health Portal) and you’ll hear back from your provider within one business day.

To schedule an appointment, schedule it online via the student health portal, or call 202.885.3380 and press 1 & 2. When you schedule your appointment online, it allows you to view all available appointments and enables you to select the available appointment.

Please see more information at
https://www.american.edu/ocl/healthcenter/making-an-appointment.cfm

Schedule an Appointment HERE

Yes! During these trying times, with COVID-19, students are faced with a myriad of issues. The IAP Insurance Provider, Wellfleet, understands that these problems exist and is here to make the lives of students easier. Therefore, they have put these policies in place.

Please click HERE for more information.

Call 833-381-8545 for professional medical advice at any time.
Available to all AU students.
For a list of Urgent Care Facilities near campus, please visit this page: https://www.american.edu/ocl/healthcenter/student-health-center-after-hours-care.cfm

All-Access Plan ($3,315/semester)

This plan provides unlimited TDR visits, as well as 5 meal exchanges per week, and $100 Eaglebucks.

175 Block Plan ($2,653/semester)

This plan provides 175 meals per semester, approximately 10-11 meals per week, plus $400 Eaglebucks.

100 Block Plan ($1,726/semester)

This plan provides 100 meals per semester, approximately 6 meals per week, plus $400 Eaglebucks.

50 Block Plan ($755/semester)

This plan provides 50 meals per semester plus $100 Eaglebucks.

$800 Eaglebucks ($800/semester)

This plan provides 800 Eaglebucks and no meal swipes.

Meal Plans consist of meal swipes and Eaglebucks.

Meal Swipes are the total number of swipes associated with a particular meal plan. For example if a student is enrolled in a 100 Block Meal Plan the total amount of swipes available for that meal plan are 100 Swipes.

A swipe is deducted from a student’s account each time the Meal Plan is utilized. All swipes will expire at the end of every semester. There is no rollover for swipes.

Eaglebucks are dollar amounts added to the meal plan account when a meal plan is purchased. The balance (in dollars) decreases when the student makes a purchase (in dollars) from the account. These are used at on-campus and off-campus dining locations. Additional Eaglebucks can be added ot the account through Eaglebucks.com. Unused Eaglebucks will carry foward throughout a community members tenure at American University.

Meal Exchanges allow a student to use one swipe from their meal plan in exchange for a meal from an AU Dining Retail location. A meal exchange consists of an enrtree, side and a drink.

Meal Swipes and Meal Exchange can only be utilized at dining locations managed and operated by AU Dining. For more information on AU Dining Retail locations visit the AU Dining website.

Minimum Meal Plan Requirements are based on the Housing License Terms and Conditions as agreed upon by Housing & Residence Life. Students living on campus are required to have a minimum 175 Block Meal Plan.

Disability-Related Accommodations
Students who have a disability-related dietary need(s), such as a food allergy that substantially limits their dining experience are strongly encouraged to make the university aware of their accommodation needs as early as possible. To request disability-related dining accommodations, please complete the Getting Started with Disability Accommodations request form.

For more information about accommodations, please visit the Academic Support and Access Center (ASAC) website titled “Registering for Accommodations,” or contact the ASAC at asac@american.edu or calling 202.885.3360.

Religious Considerations
On occasion, students’ religious observance necessitates consideration academic, housing, or food-related purposes. If you have a need for such a religious consideration, you may submit a request through Kay Spiritual Life Center.

Economic Considerations
The office of One Card & Dining Services does not make exceptions to the mandatory meal policy based on economic reasons.

Please refer to American University’s Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page that reflect current policies and resources. This page is designed to provide the AU community with up-to-date answers to help you navigate the university’s response to the evolving COVID-19 situation.

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On-Campus Employment

This is a benefit available to all students maintaining valid F1 status. It is not necessary to obtain special work authorization from USCIS to work on-campus; however, you must obtain an on-campus employment certification signed by an ISSS advisor to submit to AU Human Resources. Please review the F-1 On-Campus Employment Online Information to make sure you understand all the policies and regulations on this type of employment.

Curricular Practical Training (CPT)

CPT is a practical training that is performed for academic credit (part of the school curriculum and commensurate to degree level) AND that is required as part of the academic plan or program curriculum from ALL students in the program.  Please note, that you must be enrolled in your degree program for at least two sememsters to be eligible for CPT.  Please see more information about CPT here.

This includes:

• Required internship, practicum, student teaching or field experience (paid or unpaid)
• Optional internships for credit (MUST be in student’s major or program of study)
• Cooperative (Co-op) education programs for credit (MUST be in student’s major or program of study

To learn more about CPT, you can visit the CPT information section on the ISSS website.

Optional Practical Training (OPT)

Optional Practical Training (OPT) is a period during which undergraduate and graduate students with F-1 status are permitted by the USCIS to work towards getting practical training to complement their field of studies once they have completed their program of studies.

“Optional Practical Training (OPT) is temporary employment that is directly related to an F-1 student’s major area of study. Eligible students can apply to receive up to 12 months of OPT employment authorization before completing their academic studies (pre-completion) and/or after completing their academic studies (post-completion). However, all periods of pre-completion OPT will be deducted from the available period of post-completion OPT.”

To learn more about OPT, you can visit the OPT information section on the ISSS Website.

How can I get a social security number?

You may apply for a social security number ONLY if you have been offered a job on-campus or if you have been granted practical training (CPT or OPT) employment authorization (keep in mind that practical training options are generally not available to new students). An SSN will be given to you for employment purposes only, NOT for purposes such as applying for credit cards, renting an apartment, etc.

If you do have a job offer and need an SSN, you must apply for a social security number through your local Social Security Administration (SSA) office. If the SSN is for an on-campus job you must first bring your offer letter to ISSS because an ISSS advisor must sign off on the letter from your hiring department. For the SSA location nearest you, please visit the Office of Social Security and type in your zip code. You may also call 1-800-772-1213 or visit International Students and Social Security. You may download the social security application (Form SS-5) online.

The Career Center at American University

The American University Career Center is here to support your career advising needs.  Please select on one of the links below to access their services.

• Make an appointment at the Career Center
• Student Jobs
• Online Resources
• Resumes
• Cover Letters
• Affinity-based Career Resources

On campus employment

F-1 and J-1 students who are enrolled full-time and in good academic and immigration standing are eligible to work on-campus part-time (20 hours a week or less) while school is in session and full-time (more than 20 hours a week) when school is not in session or during annual vacation.

There are restrictions for working at third-party service providers on-campus. Please consult with an ISSS advisor.

On campus employment authorization process

1. Find a Job On-Campus and Get Hired
2. Request Employment Authorization from ISSS
   1. Log in to iEagle. Submit the On-Campus Employment Authorization e-form under Current Student. ISSS will process your request for authorization and notify AU Human Resources when your authorization has been processed.You must request authorization every semester you work on-campus. On-campus employment authorizations are valid from the first day of the requested semester or term (fall, spring, summer, or winter break)
   2. J-1 students must also obtain an authorization letter from ISSS before reporting to work.
3. Schedule an Appointment with the University’s Payroll Office.
   1. Follow all instructions available on HR’s website here.
   2. The University’s Payroll Office will provide detailed information about how to apply for a Social Security Card. Please direct specific questions to their office.
   3. Students working on-campus at third party service providers, such as the Campus Bookstore or the IAP office will contact them directly for the tax forms and the employment verification letter.
4. Schedule an appointment with an ISSS advisor to have your on-campus employment letter signed and stamped by ISSS and apply for a Social Security Card.