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 Monday, August 25, 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.

Note, you should register for Math Boot Camp, August 21-22, using this form, as well.

 

Monday, August 25, 2025

Kerwin Hall 

Check-in: 8:30am ET

Closing: 12:30pm ET