American University Demographics & Diversity Overview

35%
Minority Students
64%
Female Students
4%
International
48
States Represented

Race & Ethnicity

American University has a diverse student body with 35% students of color and 4% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.

Racial & Ethnic Composition

White
61.3%(4,339)
Hispanic
13.3%(939)
African American
8.3%(586)
Asian
7.3%(519)
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.0%(3)
Pacific Islander
0.1%(5)
Two or More Races
5.9%(416)
Unknown
3.8%(272)

Diversity Highlights

Students of Color35%
Total Enrollment13,885
International Students4%

Cultural Engagement

American University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.

Gender Distribution

American University has a gender distribution of 64% female students and 36% male students.

Overall Gender Distribution

Men
36.3%(2,875)
Women
63.7%(5,042)

Gender Statistics

Men2,875

21% of total enrollment

Women5,042

36% of total enrollment

Age Distribution

American University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 0% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 0% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.

Age Diversity Insights

0%

Traditional Age (18-21)

0%

Non-Traditional (25+)

43%

Graduate Students

Geographic Diversity

American University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 4% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 2% in-state residents, 94% out-of-state students, and 4% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.

Geographic Origin

In-State
1.7%(29)
Out-of-State
94.3%(1,653)
International
4.0%(70)

Regional Representation

In-State29

2% of student body

Out-of-State1,653

94% of student body

International70

4% of student body

States Represented

48 states are represented on campus.

Diversity Metrics

Ethnic Diversity

35%

Students of Color

Gender Balance

64%

Female Students

Global Reach

4%

International

Age Diversity

0%

Non-Traditional Age