The Early Decision Plan at American University is an application option for freshman students for whom American University is their first choice. It is a binding program, which means that when you apply as an Early Decision candidate, you agree to enroll at American University, if admitted, in exchange for receiving your admission decision early.
Since the deadline of November 15, many students who missed the opportunity to apply Early Decision have communicated to us that they now want to commit to American University as their first-choice institution. Given such high interest, we have decided to open up a second round of Early Decision.
The deadline for Early Decision Round II is January 15, and students will be notified of their admission decision by February 15. In addition, Early Decision candidates who are eligible are also notified of their financial aid, honors and merit scholarship status at the point of admission.
If you have already submitted your Regular Decision application but would now like to be considered for ED Round II, simply submit a signed Early Decision agreement.
Remember that as an Early Decision candidate at AU, you may apply to other schools while your application to AU is being reviewed. However, if you are offered admission to AU, you must withdraw applications to all other colleges and universities at that time.
Applying for Financial Aid?
American University is committed to supporting students who demonstrate financial need. Students who apply to AU under the Early Decision Plan are given consideration for need-based and merit award packages in the same manner as students who apply under our Regular Decision Plan. If American University is your first choice, we encourage you to apply Early Decision.
Early Decision II applicants who wish to be considered for need-based financial aid must complete the CSS Profile form and submit it to the College Board by January 15. The FAFSA must be submitted no later than February 15.
