Your student can:

🌸 Access their account using your AUID, located in their admissions letter

📧 Set up their AU email to receive updates

📸 Upload their One Card photo

✅ For a more detailed checklist, click the link below!

❤️ May 7 - The housing application priority deadline for first-year students is Tuesday, May 7 at 11:59 PM. Students who apply after the priority deadline will receive a selection timeslot at the end of the process.

🤍 May 13 - Roommate matching begins at noon on Monday, May 13, 2024. Students can match with 1-3 roommates through the AU Housing Portal. Your student can watch this video to walk you through the process! 

💙 May 16 - Students will select your Home at AU in early June. You'll be assigned a timeslot (the time you can begin to select your room) between June 3-June 11, 2024.

Greetings, Eagle Families!

Very soon, your student will spread their wings and embark on their journey at American University! The Division of Student Affairs is bursting with excitement as we eagerly anticipate their arrival this August. We're hard at work preparing to ensure they have the best experience possible.

It is my privilege to help them blossom into their best selves, foster a community of respect and support, and enhance their educational journey beyond the classroom.

American University is a hub of endless opportunities, and we're committed to helping your student seize every moment.Together, we'll learn, explore, and strive to make a positive impact on our community and around the world.

We're deeply grateful to have you as partners in this journey. We're here to support both you and your student every step of the way over the coming years.

Thank you for entrusting us with your student's education and growth. We can't wait to see all the amazing things they'll accomplish!

Warm regards,

Dayne Hutchinson, Ph.D.

Samantha recently joined the AU community from Sidwell Friends School, bringing a wealth of experience to her new role as Associate Director of Family Engagement at American University.

At the university level, Samantha has led initiatives as the head of a student career services center, fostering meaningful connections between students, families, and opportunities. She has also cultivated networks of parent volunteers to enrich community engagement. Samantha herself serves on the Parent Volunteer Board of Temple University.

She earned her B.S. from Georgetown University and her M.A. from Tufts University.

Samantha is excited to work with you and welcomes hearing from families!

Planning what to pack? Housing & Residence Life has you covered. We've posted an overview of what to bring, and what not to bring to the halls. We’re already getting lots of questions about sheets! American University mattresses are twin-sized mattresses that measure 80 inches in length. A very limited number of extra-long twins are available for those with demonstrated need. Our twin XL mattresses measure 84 inches long. Consider that you can always fold longer or larger sheets over mattrress toppers. Find packing lists, floor plans, furniture measurements, loft options, fridge/microwave rentals, virtual room tours, and more on the Housing & Residence Life website.

Payment for the fall semester is due August 1. Your student must register for classes to generate a bill, which will be posted to the student’s Eagle Service Account. In order for families and other sponsors to view or pay the bill, your student must grant you proxy access. You’ll find a simple list of tuition and fees, instructions on how to view an itemized version of the student bill and payment options on the Student Accounts website.