College application & essay help for American applicants
Work with advisors who have real experience with American and will help you stand out in the application process.
Find an advisor who’s helped students get accepted to American
These advisors have direct experience with American as alumni or admissions professionals and
have helped students gain acceptance to American.
Applying to American
Applying to American University is highly competitive, and the strongest applicants go beyond grades and test scores.
They clearly demonstrate who they are, what they care about, and how they see themselves growing at American.
Although no two applications are identical, schools like American tend to look for similar things: academic strength, meaningful engagement with interests, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine connection to the school’s culture. Understanding how these come together at American can help you build a more focused and intentional application.
Although no two applications are identical, schools like American tend to look for similar things: academic strength, meaningful engagement with interests, intellectual curiosity, and a genuine connection to the school’s culture. Understanding how these come together at American can help you build a more focused and intentional application.
Advisors who know American well can help you think through how your application comes across and
where to focus your effort. At Sundial, you can work with advisors who either attended American or have helped
students get accepted to American.
How Sundial helps American applicants
I’m working on my American essay — is it good enough to get me in?
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From American supplemental essays to your personal statement, get targeted feedback from advisors who know exactly what American admissions looks for!
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1:1 advising meetings
Book American admissions advising to map deadlines, refine your essays, and prepare for interviews with someone who knows how American evaluates applicants.
FAQs about applying to American
Essays are one of the few places American can see who you are beyond grades and test scores. For competitive majors and selective programs, strong essays aren’t just helpful, they’re often what differentiate students with similar academic profiles. The best essays don’t sound generic; they show clear thinking, self-awareness, and fit with what American actually values.
American looks for students who’ve taken their interests seriously over time, whether academically, creatively, or through leadership. Beyond raw achievement, they want to see intellectual curiosity, initiative, and evidence that you’ll contribute meaningfully to their campus community. Your application should tell a clear story about how your experiences connect to your goals.
A strong American application essay goes beyond summarizing your résumé or activities. Admissions officers want to understand your motivations, values, and fit with the school. Focus on writing with clarity and intent, and make sure your responses connect your personal experiences with why American makes sense for your goals.
Yes! Many Sundial advisors have direct experience with American, either as alumni or through years of helping students get accepted. Their insight helps you avoid generic advice and instead focus on what actually matters on your American application.
If you’re looking at this page, that’s a pretty good sign you might want to get started! Ideally, planning for American begins several months before deadlines so you’re not rushing major decisions or submitting first-draft work under pressure.
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