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American University of Health Sciences SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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ACT RangeN/A
Average GPA2.50
Acceptance Rate50%

AUHS’s 50% acceptance rate and 2.50 average GPA suggest a realistic path, especially if you show steady academic preparation. Because AUHS is test-optional, you do not have to submit scores, but a strong SAT or ACT can strengthen your file if your GPA is near the average.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

American University of Health Sciences facts and stats

Quick Facts

American University of Health Sciences is a small suburban institution with an undergraduate enrollment of 351. AUHS reports a 100% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%, and its 6-year graduation rate is 50%. The student-to-faculty ratio is 16:1.

Location

Signal Hill, CA

Undergrad Enrollment351
Freshman Retention100%
SettingSuburban
Student to Faculty Ratio16:1
Graduation Rate50%
Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key American University of Health Sciences application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

Coming soon

Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional AUHS, take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year and save the summer before senior year and fall for retakes. Aim for the last fall retake whose scores will arrive before AUHS’s Regular Decision deadline.

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What you'll actually pay

AUHS is a private for-profit institution with tuition and fees of $27,195. When planning costs, review the full cost of attendance and complete the FAFSA to see what aid may be available.

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Tuition and Fees$27,195
Room and Board$19,632
Average Merit AwardN/A
Application Fee$80
Students on AidN/A
Average Aid PackageN/A
Average Debt at GradN/A

American University of Health Sciences has an estimated total cost of attendance of $46,827, including $27,195 in tuition and fees and $19,632 for room and board. As a private for-profit institution, AUHS costs can vary based on program, living arrangements, and a student’s financial need. Students should review their aid options carefully to understand what they may actually pay after grants, scholarships, and loans.

Student life at American University of Health Sciences

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Housing

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Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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