✓ From the official admissions page
Nov 1, 2026
Early Decision
Decision by Notification: Mid-December · Binding
Closed
Nov 1, 2026
Early Action
Decision by Notification: January 31 · Non-binding
Closed
Jan 15, 2027
Early Decision II
Decision by Notification: Mid-February · Binding
67 days left
Jan 15, 2027
Regular Decision
Decision by April 1 · Non-binding
67 days left
“Both Early Decision deadlines are binding decision plans, meaning that an applicant and their family are agreeing at the time of application submission to attend AU if admitted.”
Application
Common Application, SlideRoom (optional portfolios and auditions), Future Eagle Portal (Special Academic Program applications)
Testing
Test-optional: SAT/ACT scores are not required.
Essays
1 essay prompt listed on the official page
Fee
$75
Programs that add a portfolio, an audition or their own steps. Check details on the linked page.
Department of Performing Arts (Dance, Music, Musical Theatre, Popular Music Performance &
Auditions strongly encouraged online or in-person through DPA SlideRoom portal
Audition
Audio Technology / Audio Production
Optional portfolio through SlideRoom
Portfolio
SOC Film and Media Arts and Photography; Studio Art
Optional creative portfolio through SlideRoom
Portfolio
- Tuition & fees
- $62,242
- Median earnings, 10 yrs
- $85,458
- 6-year graduation
- 75%