Welcome to American University and the School of Public Affairs!

We are very excited that you will be joining our community this fall. Please complete the form below to register for the SPA PhD Orientation, which will be held on campus on August 31, 2026, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Formal programming will begin at 9:00 a.m., and you’re welcome to join an optional campus tour at 12:30 p.m., following lunch.

 

Please register for Math Boot Camp on August 27 and 28, 2026, using this form as well.

 

Monday, August 31, 2026

Kerwin Hall 

Check-in: 8:30am ET

Closing: 12:30pm ET