Currently Enrolled Students
Currently-enrolled students at AU register for summer courses
in the same way as for the fall and spring semesters. International
students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the
United States should consult with International Student &
Scholar Services , Butler Pavilion 408, 202-885-3350, or visit
the IS&SS
web site. To learn about the English language proficiency
requirements click here.
Nondegree and Visiting Student Status
Students
Nondegree and Visiting Student Status Students who are not formally
enrolled in degree or certificate programs at American University
(nondegree) or who are currently enrolled in good standing at
another college or university (visiting) may register in courses
for which they have the necessary academic background and qualifications
and for which they have met any stated prerequisites.
Undergraduate Courses
Undergraduate level courses are open to: high school
graduates; individuals in good standing at other accredited
colleges and universities; students with an undergraduate degree;
and high school students who have a B average and the recommendation
of their high school counselor or principal.
Graduate Courses
Graduate level courses are open to students who have
completed a bachelor’s degree.
Students in the following categories ordinarily may not register in nondegree status:
- Students currently enrolled as degree students in any of the member institutions of the Consortium of Universities of the Washington Metropolitan Area;
- Students who have been admitted to and have not completed a degree program at American University;
- Students who have been dismissed from American University or another college or university within the previous 12 months.
- International students in F-1 or J-1
status are not eligible to study in nondegree programs. American
University does not issue I-20s or IAP-66 forms for nondegree
studies.
Academic Standards
Nondegree and visiting students are held to the same academic
standards as degree students. Undergraduate students must maintain
a 2.0 (C) average; graduate students must maintain a 3.0 (B)
average.
Special Departmental Requirements
for
Nondegree and Visiting Students
Departmental approval must be obtained for nondegree registration
in courses at the 600 or 700 level.
School of International Service (SIS)
Approval must be obtained for all courses at the 500, 600, or
700 level.
Kogod School of Business (KSB)
Approval must be obtained for nondegree registration in all
KSB courses. In addition, nondegree students must demonstrate
that prerequisites have been met. If prerequisites have been
completed at a college or university other than American University,
students must provide copies of appropriate transcripts.
Graduate students must have satisfactory GMAT scores, and a satisfactory grade point average in the last 60 hours of undergraduate work. Students must provide copies of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts and GMAT results.
School of Communication
Approval must be obtained for nondegree registration in all
SOC courses.
