Mission

To advance knowledge, foster intellectual curiosity, build community, and empower lives of purpose, service, and leadership.

Vision

American University is a leading student-centered research university where passionate learners, bold leaders, engaged scholars, innovators, and active citizens unleash the power of collaborative discovery. We partner with key organizations in the Washington, DC, region, and around the globe to better the human condition, learn from a vast array of experiences and internships, create meaningful change, and address society’s current and emerging challenges.

Values

• - Integrity

• - Excellence

• - Human dignity

• - Community

• - Diversity, equity, accessibility, and inclusive excellence

• - Free inquiry and
  seeking truth

• - Impact