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All Advanced Placement (AP) exam scores must be received by the American University Office of Admissions no later than the end of the second enrolled term. American University will accept a maximum of 30 credit hours from one or a combination of AP or other AU approved exam credit. Exam scores more than six years old will not be accepted for credit. AP exam credits may be applied toward the major or minor, or as elective credit. AP exam credits may not be used to satisfy AU Core requirements. Eligibility to receive advanced credit for specific exams as well as course equivalencies are determined by American University faculty.

Environmental Studies

Environmental Science

American/United States Studies/Civilization

Asian Studies/Civilization

Latin American Studies

Near and Middle Eastern Studies

Russian Studies

French Studies

German Studies

African-American/Black Studies

Women's Studies

Disability Studies

Mass Communication/Media Studies

Journalism

Public Relations/Image Management

Political Communication

International and Intercultural Communication

Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other

Recording Arts Technology/Technician

Information Science/Studies

Computer Science

Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other

Educational Leadership and Administration, General

Learning Sciences

International and Comparative Education

Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities

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Secondary Education and Teaching

Teacher Education, Multiple Levels

Early Childhood Education and Teaching

Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor

Language Interpretation and Translation

Spanish Language and Literature

Arabic Language and Literature

Foods, Nutrition, and Wellness Studies, General

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International Business, Trade, and Tax Law

Intellectual Property Law.

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Mathematics, General

Applied Mathematics

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Statistics, Other

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Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution

International/Globalization Studies

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Data Analytics, General

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Psychology, General

Clinical Psychology

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Homeland Security

Cybersecurity Defense Strategy/Policy

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Public Policy Analysis

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Anthropology

Medical Anthropology

Economics, General

Econometrics and Quantitative Economics

Development Economics and International Development

International Economics

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International Relations and Affairs

Political Science and Government, General

Political Science and Government, Other

Sociology

Social Sciences, Other

Dance, General

Graphic Design

Game and Interactive Media Design

Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General

Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General

Musical Theatre

Film/Cinema/Media Studies

Cinematography and Film/Video Production

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American University's rigorous curriculum features high-impact educational experiences that combine in-depth theoretical study with meaningful real-world experiences. Regardless of your choice of major, you'll acquire a solid foundation in liberal arts while pursuing thorough study in your chosen field. Our students learn outside of the classroom as much as they do inside through experiences made possible in our home city, where pivotal national and global decisions are made. Our network of world-class faculty and visiting scholars bring deep connections to influential companies and organizations in the public, private, and non-profit sectors and enhance the excellence of our programs. We are a university driven to make a difference. We step up, we show up, and we say "challenge accepted" to the issues that matter most to us-and our communities. Are you ready to join us?

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