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97 Master's degrees offered by the university
Public Anthropology
The Public Anthropology degree at American University Washington DC, you will explore culture, power, and history in everyday life while sharpening your skills in critical inquiry, problem solving, and public communication.
International Legal Studies
Established in 1982, the International Legal Studies degree at American University Washington DC is among US’s oldest and most prestigious LL.M. programs.
Arts Management
Arts Management is the professional practice that helps artists share their voice, audiences find their bliss, organizations build their funding, and communities thrive as creative places. Join the Arts Management degree at American University Washington DC.
International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (Online)
International Human Rights and Humanitarian Law (Online) program at American University Washington DC is the only specialized advanced degree among the top law schools in the country. The International Law Program of American University Washington College of Law (AUWCL) is ranked among the 9 top law schools in the country according to the 2024 U.S. News & World Report.
Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security (Online)
The Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security (Online) program at American University Washington DC builds interdisciplinary skills and focused expertise in terrorism as a social and psychological phenomenon and prepares you to make a difference keeping your fellow citizens safe as a homeland security specialist in top roles in government and private agencies.
Business Administration
The Business Administration programme offered by American University Washington DC is designed to prepare forward-thinking business leaders to tackle the world's most pressing challenges.
Sustainability Management (Online)
The Sustinability Management Online program offered by the Kogod School of Business trains you as an innovator and an implementer, offering a business-based curriculum integrated with social science, public policy, and international issues with as much flexibility as possible while also providing students with a variety of ways to interact with the content, your instructors, and your peers.
Biology
In this Biology program at American University Washington DC, you will conduct your own independent research with access to state-of-the-art equipment in the new science building opened in fall 2020 and recently opened Technology and Innovation building.
Intellectual Property and Technology
The Intellectual Property and Technology program at American University Washington DC has long been a leader in the related fields of intellectual property and technology law.
Creative Writing
For more than 30 years, writers have come to American University Washington DC to develop their work and exchange ideas in the District’s only Creative Writing MFA program.
International Service
The International Service degree at American University Washington DC offers experienced professionals the extraordinary flexibility to design a master’s degree that meets their career ambitions.
Law and Government
The Law and Government degree from American University Washington DC is designed for lawyers who have a strong interest in U.S. government and politics, the dynamics of democracy, and the rule of law.
International Arbitration and Business Law
The International Arbitration and Business Law program at American University Washington DC is a flexible degree program designed for professionals and law graduates interested in commercial cross-border transactions and dispute settlement through arbitration.
Philosophy
The Philosophy degree at American University Washington DC offers rigorous academic training focused on engagement with primary texts while providing opportunities to put that training to work, both in and out of the classroom.
History
American University Washington DC's History MA program offers a comprehensive exploration of the field of history. Students delve into the complexities of the past through rigorous coursework, research, and critical analysis, gaining a deep understanding of historical events, societies, and cultures.
Public Administration
The mission of the nationally-ranked Public Administration degree at American University Washington DC is to prepare students to lead with distinction in programs that serve the public good, both in the U.S. and abroad.
Legislation
Jobs at the intersection of law and domestic public policy frequently place a premium on skills such as legislative and regulatory drafting, legislative and regulatory negotiation and statutory interpretation. A Legislation degree at American University Washington DC is designed to equip lawyers with these precise skills.
Strategic Communication (Online)
Strategic Communication (Online) from American University Washington DC prepares you to pivot your messaging and market strategies amid rapidly changing environments and trends. With foundational knowledge in strategy and the platforms available to today's media, you'll optimize messaging for every circumstance.
Analytics
Analytics is offered by American University Washington DC. Offered by the Kogod School of Business, the Analytics (MS) programme not only equips you with an in-demand skill set but also opens doors to specialized and lucrative roles across industries.
Sustainability Management
The Sustainability Management programme offered by American University Washington DC can be completed on a full-time or part-time basis, starting in the fall. The residential MS in sustainability management is also a STEM-designated program.