American University ACT Scores and GPA

What are American University's average ACT scores and GPA? In this guide, we'll discuss what scores are needed for you to get admitted into American University. You'll also get to calculate your own chances with our admissions calculator.

Location: Washington, DC

American University Admissions Statistics

There are three critical numbers when considering your admissions chances: ACT scores, GPA, and acceptance rate. All these combine to tell you what you scores are required to get into American University.

Average ACT: 30

The average ACT score composite at American University is a 30.

The 25th percentile ACT score is 29, and the 75th percentile ACT score is 32.

In other words, a 29 places you below average, while a 32 will move you up to above average. There's no absolute ACT requirement at American University, but they really want to see at least a 29 to have a chance at being considered.

Average GPA: 3.65

The average GPA at American University is 3.65. This makes American University Strongly Competitive for GPAs.

(Most schools use a weighted GPA out of 4.0, though some report an unweighted GPA.

With a GPA of 3.65, American University requires you to be above average in your high school class. You'll need a mix of A's and B's, with a leaning toward A's. If you took some AP or IB classes, this will help boost your weighted GPA and show your ability to take college classes.

If you're a junior or senior, your GPA is hard to change from this point on. If your GPA is at or below the school average of 3.65, you'll need a higher ACT score to compensate and show that you're prepared to take on college academics. This will help you compete effectively with other applicants.

Admissions Rate: 40.6%

The acceptance rate at American University is 40.6%. In other words, of 100 students who apply, 41 are admitted.

This means the school is somewhat selective. You should prepare your academic scores well, but you have an excellent chance if you impress them.

Final Admissions Verdict

Because this school is moderately selective, strong academic performance will almost guarantee you admission. Scoring at a 30 ACT or above will already give you a great shot at getting in. Scoring a 32 will nearly guarantee you admission, given that your GPA is roughly the average of 3.65.

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Other Schools For You

If you're interested in American University, you'll probably be interested in these schools as well. We've divided them into 3 categories depending on how hard they are to get into, relative to American University.

Reach Schools: Harder to Get Into

These schools are have higher average ACT scores than American University. If you improve your ACT score, you'll be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
University of Michigan	Ann Arbor, MI	1435	33
Boston University	Boston, MA	1418	32
University of Southern California	Los Angeles, CA	1440	32
Southern Methodist University	Dallas, TX	1436	32
Fordham University	Bronx, NY	1393	32
Georgia Institute of Technology	Atlanta, GA	1435	32
Tulane University	New Orleans, LA	1405	32

Same Level: Equally Hard to Get Into

If you're competitive for American University, these schools will offer you a similar chance of admission.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Binghamton University	Binghamton, NY	1375	31
Stony Brook University	Stony Brook, NY	1396	31
Rochester Institute of Technology	Rochester, NY	1352	31
Seton Hall University	South Orange, NJ	1310	30
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute	Troy, NY	1393	30
United States Military Academy	West Point, NY	1331	30
Syracuse University	Syracuse, NY	1310	29

Safety Schools: Easier to Get Into

If you're currently competitive for American University, you should have no problem getting into these schools. If American University is currently out of your reach, you might already be competitive for these schools.

School Name	Location	SAT Avg	ACT Avg
Penn State University Park	University Park, PA	1265	28
Temple University	Philadelphia, PA	1241	28
University of Texas at Dallas	Richardson, TX	1291	28
Drexel University	Philadelphia, PA	1290	28
Pace University	New York, NY	1173	26
University of Cincinnati	Cincinnati, OH	1223	26
Quinnipiac University	Hamden, CT	1175	25

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