International Accelerator Undergraduate Admissions

The International Accelerator at American University offers a streamlined admissions process for international students. Our admissions team will place you in the appropriate track for your needs. Final tuition is based on your enrollment track and housing and dining selections. Find all important dates and start your application below.

Undergraduate Entry Requirements

The International Accelerator at American University has a range of tracks specifically designed to set students up for success. Our admissions team will place you in the appropriate track for your needs.

International Direct

GPA

3.0

English Language Score

IELTS - 6.5 (no sub-score below 6.0)
TOEFL- 85+ (no sub-score below 20)

Program Length

Not applicable; Students are directly enrolled in their degree program

Credits Earned Towards Degree

30 credits

Additional Requirements

● Transcripts
● Essay
● 1 Letter of Recommendation
● Resume/Cover Letter

If Applicable: Interruption of Studies Statement if student already graduated from secondary school at the time of application

Advanced Academic Accelerator Program

GPA

3.0

English Language Score

IELTS - 6.5+ (with at least one sub-score of 5.5 and no sub- score below 5.5)
Cambridge English - C1 Advanced (176+)
TOEFL - 80+ with at least one sub-score below 20 but above 17 (minimum subscore required).

Program Length

2 semesters

Credits Earned Towards Degree

24 - 30 credits

Additional Requirements

No additional requirements

Academic Accelerator Program

GPA

3.0

English Language Score

IELTS - 6.0 (no part below 5.5)
Cambridge English - B2 First (169- 175)
TOEFL - 74 with all sub-scores above 15 and at least one sub-score below 20

Program Length

2 semesters

Credits Earned Towards Degree

24 - 30 credits

Additional Requirements

No additional requirements

Extended Accelerator Program

GPA

3.0

English Language Score

IELTS - 5.5 (no part below 5.0)
Cambridge English - B2 First (162-168)
TOEFL - 68 no sub-score below 14

Program Length

3 semesters

Credits Earned Towards Degree

24 - 30 credits

Additional Requirements

No additional requirements

Dates & Costs

Shorelight Signature Student Experience services – including application assistance, visa help, student services, academic support, campus transition, and career services – are included in your International Accelerator program cost. Opt-in programs and services may cost extra. Fees for housing, dining, and additional services will vary by selection.

For important dates and detailed tuition, housing, and dining costs please visit our Shorelight profile page.

Important Dates

Detailed Costs

How to Apply

Begin your application below. You can save your progress and resume later. You will receive a confirmation email once we have received your application. If you have questions about your application, please contact us.

Before you begin, you will need the following documents:

High school/secondary school transcripts and any post secondary transcripts
Copy of your passport
English-language test scores*

Start Your Application

*Acceptable English test scores include: TOEFL – iBT, IELTS, ITEP, PTE, GSCE/IGSCE
*Acceptable English test information can be found on shorelight.com