"Finding your core group of friends might take a little bit of time, but it will be so worth it!"

-Sherry M.
School of Public Affairs (SPA) and College of Arts and Sciences (CAS)

The first tuition bill is due on Monday, January 6. Students and their proxies can view fees and financial aid in EagleService. Learn how to access billing by clicking the button below.

Proxies and FERPA
Students can add proxies to their student account, allowing family members to view/pay bills and access the student's educational record under Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). Learn more about FERPA here.

Join us for Families & Supporters Orientation on Wednesday, January 8! Families of first-year and transfer students are invited to an informal welcome gathering to meet other AU families and AU staff and to hear from current student leaders. RSVP via the button below and remind your student to register for New Student Orientation (NSO).

New Student Orientation is only one part of a student's transition to AU -- Winter Welcome is another! Winter Welcome runs through the first week of the semester, and during this exciting time, campus partners host events for students to socialize, make new friends, and continue to forge new connections on campus and at the University.

📇 If your student has questions, here is a short list of important contacts. Please note that AU offices will be closed during Winter Break (Dec. 21-Jan. 1).

Academic Advising: fyadvising@american.edu

Finances and Bill Payment: aucentral@american.edu

Financial Aid: financialaid@american.edu

Academic Support and Academic Accommodations: asac@american.edu

Housing: housing@american.edu

New Student Orientation: orientation@american.edu

📨 Read Your Welcome Email Remind your student to read the welcome email from Undergraduate Admissions. The email communication contains important and time-sensitive information for new students regarding their transition to AU.

📸 Upload Your One Card Photo Your student's AU One Card is their university ID, giving them access to their residence hall, university buildings, the on-campus dining hall, and so much more! Encourage your student to upload a photo today, and they will be able to pick up their card when they arrive on campus in January. Quick and easy!

🚇 Pick Up Your AU U·Pass The U·Pass program provides unlimited rides throughout the academic year on DC area Metrorail and Metrobus lines (including express and airport shuttle buses). Students can pick up their U·Pass in January in the Parking and Commuter Services Office (Don Myers Technology & Innovation (DMTI) Building, Terrace Level). Note: Students must pick up their AU One Card before picking up their U·Pass.

Check your inbox for updates and contact the New Student and Family Programs team with any questions. We're here to assist!