What's Next?
Check out your personalized checklist on your student portal or browse the full checklist for new students.
Contact Us
Mary Graydon Center, Room 317-320A on a map
New Student and Family Programs 4400 Massachusetts Avenue NW Washington, DC 20016-8168 United StatesWelcome New Eagles!
Congratulations on your admission to American University and welcome to the Eagle Family!
Your AU journey starts with Orientation. Throughout the summer, we will
help you get connected with other students at AU, learn about the resources and feel ready and excited to start your first semester.
Check your American University email account for updates from us about our on-line and on-demand orientation sessions before you arrive. When you arrive for move-in, you'll be greeted with a full schedule of in-person orientation activities and Eagle traditions.
Let's get started!
Explore the ways we're working with students and families to prepare for the transition to AU.
Mark your calendars
- Move-in: Week of August 21
Please wait to make travel arrangements until you get your specific move-in date. - First day of classes: August 29
- Family Weekend: October 7-9
Once an Eagle, Always an Eagle!
First Year Advising
First Year Advising
In June, you'll hear from your First Year Advisor and together we'll help you build your class schedule. For now - enjoy your last days of high school!
Advising Webinars
(Optional) Webinars for new students to learn how to use EagleService, understand your Suggested Course Letter, and discuss the next steps for registration. Academic advisors will host a live Q&A session after an informational presentation. Next session:
Eagle Service Help Desk
Orientation Leaders guide you through the Student Planner in Eagle Service as you plan your fall courses. Drop-in hours: M-Th 4-8pm; F 1-4pm (EST).
First Year Housing
First Year Housing
Find all the details about submitting your application, choosing your roommate and selecting your room. Live chat assistance available.
Virtual Tours
Take a virtual tour of our residence halls to experience on-campus living.
Packing List
As you prepare to check into your new home on-campus, we've developed a checklist of items to bring to campus and what to leave at home.
New Eagles
Register for Orientation
Students, your orientation starts in Engage, our hub for clubs and events. Sign in with your AU Portal username and password to get started!
Your Orientation Leaders
Start getting to know your OLs. We're here to help throughout the summer!
Self-Paced Pre-Orientation
(Students & families) Online intro to AU: academics, campus life, finances, safety, support services and more.