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Higher EducationDistrict of Columbia, United States5001-10000 Employees
American University is a higher education institution located at 4400 Massachusetts Avenue Northwest in Washington, DC. Founded in 1893 and chartered by Congress as a national university dedicated to public service, it emphasizes social responsibility, cultural and intellectual diversity, and a global outlook. The university is accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools. It employs between 5,001 and 10,000 people and reports revenue between $250 million and $500 million. In 2026, leadership transitioned as Jonathan Alger stepped down as president; David Marchick was named interim president, and Casey Evans was named interim dean of the Kogod School of Business effective July 1, 2026. The university's website is american.edu.