American University
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Academic Information
Acceptance Rate: 47%
Average High School GPA: 3.65
Standardized Test Policy: Test-Optional
SAT Range: 1290-1430
ACT Range: 29-32
Sources: University Website, U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Wikipedia.com, Bigfuture (collegeboard.org), UniversityLiving.com, Prepscholar.com, Petersons.com
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Demographics & Costs
Undergraduate Population: Approximately 7,800
Public or Private: Private
University Religious Affiliation: United Methodist Church
Political Leaning: Liberal
In-State Tuition: $57,952
Out-of-State Tuition: $57,952
Sources: U.S. News Best Colleges, Niche.com, Forbes America’s Top Colleges, Wikipedia
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Location & Setting
City, State: Washington, D.C.
Setting: City
U.S. Region: East Coast
Average Winter Temperature: January daily average is 38°F (3°C)
Average Summer Temperature: July daily average is 77°F (25°C)
Average Annual Precipitation: Approximately 43 inches (1,092 mm)
Nearest Airport: Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) — Approximately 6 miles (10-minute drive) from campus
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Social Media
Instagram: @americanuniversity
Swim Team Instagram: @au_swim_dive
Twitter: @AmericanU
Facebook: American University
LinkedIn:UC San Diego
YouTube: American University
TikTok: N/A
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University Athletics
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Swimming & Diving Team
Aquatic Complex: Reeves Aquatic Center
Head Coach: Garland Bartlett
Men’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Women’s Recruiting Questionnaire
Men’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Men’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #9 in Patriot League
Women’s Swim Team National Rank (SwimCloud): #50+
Women’s Swim Team Conference Rank (SwimCloud): #7 in Patriot League
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Forbes Top Colleges
#141 Top Colleges 2025
#80 In Private Colleges
#103 In Research Universities
#61 In The Northeast
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Niche Grades
Overall Grade: A-
Academics: A
Diversity: A-
Athletics: B
Professors: A-
Dorms: C-
Student Life: B-
Value: A-
Campus: C+
Party Scene: B-
Location: A
Campus Food: D+
Safety: A-
Best Colleges for Student-Athletes in America: Ranked #157 of 1,310
Best College for Athletics in America: Ranked #527 of 1,332
Get Recruited!
Complete the university swimming and diving
recruiting questionnaire and email the coach.