AU’s academically rigorous curriculum challenges you to combine intense theoretical study with meaningful, real-world learning experiences. Whatever major you choose, you will acquire a solid foundation in the liberal arts and pursue in-depth study in your chosen fields. Faculty at AU are both world-class academics and serious practitioners. Our professors teach, mentor, and invest in the success of every student. AU is a vibrant scholarly community offering first-rate opportunities for internships, research, and creative expression.
The College of Arts and Sciences at American University offers you a challenging liberal arts education within a vibrant and diverse community of students from all 50 states and 150 countries.
African American and African Diaspora Studies
American Studies
Anthropology
Applied Mathematics
Arab World Studies
Arabic Studies
Art History
Asia, Pacific, and Diaspora Studies
Audio Production
Audio Technology
Biochemistry
Biology
Chemistry
Computational Science
Computer Science
Dance
Data Science
Economics
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Foreign Language and Communication Media
French Studies
German Studies
Graphic Design
Health Promotion
History
Jewish Studies
Language and Area Studies:
French/Europe
German/Europe
Russian/Area Studies
Spanish/Latin America
Languages:
Arabic
Chinese
French
German
Hebrew
Italian
Japanese
Korean
Portuguese
Russian
Spanish
Swahili
Literature
Mathematics
Mathematics and Economics
Music
Musical Theatre
Neuroscience
Philosophy
Photography
Physics
Psychology
Public Health
Religious Studies
Russian Studies
Sociology
Spanish Studies
Statistics
Studio Art
Theatre
Women’s, Gender, and Sexuality Studies
Note: Some degree programs may have an additional application or prerequisite requirements. Students should consult with their advisor upon arrival at American University.
American University’s School of International Service (SIS) is a top-10 school of international affairs. The SIS creates leaders who are ready to serve. Students who come to SIS know that service is not a moment, it's a mindset.
The School of Public Affairs (SPA) empowers those who seek knowledge to conduct and apply research, to build a bridge between academic thought and policy planning, and to inspire change at every level.
Communication, Legal Institutions, Economics, and Government (CLEG)