Full-Time MBA
Degree awarded by American University
- Location
- Washington, Washington, DC, USA
- Duration
- 21 months as a full-time student
- Teaching language
- English
- Next verified deadline
- October 15, 2026 (Round 1 (Early Application))
Facts last verified October 5, 2026. MBA Schools Directory is independent and does not process applications. Applications are made on the school's official website.
Program overview
A 45-credit, STEM-designated full-time MBA with sustainability integrated into the core credits. Students study in a cohort, can add a specialty master’s as a dual degree, and take an international consulting project.
- Intakes
- Fall Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Duration
- 21 months as a full-time student Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Campus
- American University main campus — Washington, Washington, DC, USA4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW Washington, DC 20016
- Joint / dual degrees
- MBA + Master’s (combine the MBA with a specialty master’s program such as the MS in Sustainability Management)
Tuition and fees
| Applicant category | Amount | Fee basis | Period |
|---|---|---|---|
| All applicants | USD 97,335 Includes: Total tuition for 45 credits. Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | entire program | 2026-2027 |
| All applicants | USD 2,163 Calculated USD 97,335 total — 45 credits × USD 2,163 per credit; excludes other fees Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | per credit | 2026-2027 |
These figures use different fee bases and cannot be added or compared directly.
Amounts are shown in the currency published by the school and are not converted. Living costs are not included.
Admissions requirements
Requirements
- Academic qualification
- Not verified
- Work experience
- Three or more years of full-time post-undergraduate work experience is strongly preferred; internships and other criteria are considered.Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Essays
- RequiredPersonal statement essay of no more than 750 words.Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- References
- Required1 referenceSource: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Interview
- RequiredBy invitation after preliminary review; about 30 minutes.Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- Application fee
- USD 100Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
Admission tests
- GMAT (classic)
- OptionalGMAT or GRE encouraged; a supplemental essay may be submitted in lieu of a score.Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
- GRE General Test
- OptionalGMAT or GRE encouraged; a supplemental essay may be submitted in lieu of a score.Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
English language
- TOEFL / IELTS / other
- Not verified
GMAT Focus Edition (205–805) and the classic GMAT (200–800) use different scales. A published minimum and a class average are different things; both are labelled. English requirements and waivers depend on each school's policy and your own background.
Application deadlines
| Intake | Round | Deadline | Applicants | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fall | Round 1 (Early Application) | October 15, 2026Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | All applicants | Upcoming |
| Fall | Round 2 (Priority Scholarship Consideration) | January 15, 2027Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | All applicants | Upcoming |
| Fall | Round 3 (Final) | March 15, 2027Source: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026 | All applicants | Upcoming |
Past dates are shown as passed and are never rolled forward. A date without a year is marked “Date not confirmed”.
Scholarships
Kogod merit-based scholarships
- Basis
- Merit-based
- Eligibility
- All applicants are automatically considered, including international students
- Application
- Considered with the program application
Official scholarship pageSource: kogod.american.edu · verified October 5, 2026
Accreditation
- AACSB International — Business schoolAccreditation of the business school. It does not by itself confirm that every campus or program is covered.Source: aacsb.edu · verified October 5, 2026
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