Eligibility

Summer housing is available to current American University students who are enrolled in summer classes, participating in a summer internship, or staying in D.C. with plans to return to AU during the fall semester.

Housing for non-American University students interning in D.C. for the summer is offered through University Conference & Guest Services. Please visit the Intern & Guest Housing page for more information.

Housing Options

Due to heavy construction on campus during the 2018 summer months, students will be housed in the Berkshire apartments with double and single apartment options. Accommodations are fully furnished apartments including an in-unit kitchen (including refrigerator), excluding in-unit laundry (located within the building), and includes all utilities (cable, internet, water, and electricity).

Summer Housing Dates

• The first day for summer move-in will be Sunday, May 13.
• Students who live on campus for the spring term will remain in their spring assignment from May 9-13 (unless notified otherwise) and move from their spring to summer assignment on Sunday, May 13.
• Students who have on-campus housing in the fall may stay in their summer housing until Sunday, August 12 and will move to their fall housing assignment on August 12.
• Students who do not have on-campus or AU affiliated housing in the fall may stay until August 12.
• Students are required to stay a minimum of three (3) consecutive weeks for the summer.

Summer 2018 Housing Rates

*No charge term transition days

The information above reflects recommended stays based on the start and end day for class sessions allowing for days before and after the class term. Students will be charged according to their requested check-in and check-out dates.

Students also have the option of selecting a date range as long as requirement of a minimum consecutive three (3) week stay is met:

• Daily per person rate for a double 1 bedroom apartment: $46 per day
• Daily per person rate for a single studio apartment: $56 per day
• • option can be submitted within the housing application, but will only be offered if space allows
  • the second set of furniture from the academic year must remain in the apartment

Summer Housing Policies

Application Directions

Log into your AU Housing Portal and select the application for "Summer Student 2018." The application opens on Monday, April 9. There is no deadline to apply, but students should apply at least 10 business days prior to requested move-in. Make sure to review the 2018 Summer Housing & Residence Life License Agreement, available on our website and in the application. Student questions about the agreement should reach out to us at housing@american.edu.

Cancellation Policies

To cancel summer housing:

• If you have not received a housing assignment: cancel the application itself within the AU Housing Portal. Within the Summer 2018 application, select the "Cancel" option within the upper menu bar. You can view the confirmation of the cancelled application within the portal.
• If you have received a housing assignment: submit the Housing Cancellation and Termination Request Form found within the AU Housing Portal. Once logged into the portal, select the option from the top menu bar and submit the request form. You will receive a confirmation once the assignment has been cancelled.

Cancellation requests via telephone will not be honored.

Cancellation Fees

Fees for summer housing cancellations differ depending on time before check-in date.

• Prior to receiving a room assignment: Cancellations received no less than 14 days prior to the requested check-in date will receive a $200 cancellation fee assessed onto your student account.
• After receiving a room assignment, but before check-in: Your application will be cancelled, your assignment, the charges for the room will be removed and replaced with the $200 cancellation fee on your student account.
• After check-in: You are responsible for full payment of the requested length of stay as indicated on the application and/or any approved extension exceptions.

Check-In and Check-Out Procedures

Students transitioning from spring to summer housing on May 13 will be able to check in 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Berkshire apartments. Moving details will be provided in your e-mail confirmation.

Students moving into summer housing on any other date will check in at the front desk of Nebraska Hall.

Students checking out should do so at the front desk of Nebraska Hall. You will need to remove your items from your room and bring your keys to the Nebraska front desk in order to complete your check-out.

Changing Your Check-In or Check-Out Dates

Requested changes to stays will be considered on a case-by-case basis and must be submitted from your AU email address to housing@american.edu. Please include your name, AU ID number, scheduled dates, and requested date changes. Requests to change check-in date must be received no less than fourteen (14) days prior to your original scheduled check-in. Requests to change your check-out date must be received no less than seven (7) days prior to your original scheduled checkout.

Dining and Retail

Meal Plans

• 50 Block Meal Plan with $225 in EagleBucks: $820.00
• 25 Block Meal Plan with $225 in EagleBucks: $540.00
• 25 Block Meal Plan with $100 in EagleBucks: $410.00

Non-current AU students are not able to register for meal plans but may utilize the EagleBucks option.

Meal Plan Enrollment

Students will be able to request a meal plan within their summer housing application or by contacting One Card and Dining Services. All meal plan questions can be directed at the One Card and Dining Services office through mealplans@american.edu.

Cancellation Policy

Students may seek to cancel or change their summer meal plan seven (7) business days from their date of check-in to the residence halls. In order to make this request, written communication must be sent to mealplans@american.edu from the student's university email address. Students will be charged for any used meals or EagleBucks. After the end of the change/cancellation period, students may not cancel or change their meal plans. Students who withdraw from the summer session seven (7) business days from their date of check-in will be charged the full amount.

Frequently Asked Questions