Association of American Universities

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Association of American Universities
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Formation	1900
Type	Nonprofit organization
Headquarters	Washington, D.C.
Membership	65 universities
Language	N/A
Leader title	President
Leader name	Barbara R. Snyder
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The Association of American Universities (AAU) is a prestigious organization of leading research universities in the United States and Canada. Founded in 1900, the AAU focuses on advancing society through education, research, and discovery. The association comprises 65 member institutions, which include both public and private universities.

History

The AAU was established in 1900 by a group of 14 universities to strengthen and standardize doctoral programs in the United States. Over the years, the organization has grown to include 65 member institutions, which are recognized for their excellence in research and education.

Membership

Membership in the AAU is by invitation only and is based on the quality and breadth of a university's research and education programs. The AAU conducts periodic reviews of its member institutions to ensure they continue to meet the high standards of the association.

Activities

The AAU engages in various activities to support its mission, including:

• Advocacy for federal funding for research and education
• Development of policies to enhance the quality of higher education
• Promotion of best practices in research and education
• Collaboration with other organizations to address national and global challenges

Member Institutions

The AAU's 65 member institutions include some of the most prestigious universities in the United States and Canada. These institutions are leaders in research, education, and innovation.

Governance

The AAU is governed by a board of directors, which includes representatives from member institutions. The current president of the AAU is Barbara R. Snyder.

See Also

• List of Association of American Universities member institutions
• Higher education in the United States
• Research university
• Doctoral programs in the United States

Related Pages

• American Council on Education
• National Association of Independent Colleges and Universities
• Council of Graduate Schools
• Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education