In Cornerstone DC, you will gain substantive real-world skills, expand your network, and acquire valuable experience that gives you an edge to compete in the job market.

DC is Your Classroom

In Cornerstone DC, you will gain professional skills while discovering what DC organizations have to offer. In addition, you will expand your network and acquire valuable experience that gives you an edge to compete in the job market.

With the diverse range of opportunities in government, non-profit organizations, and businesses here in DC, you can find an organization in your field of interest. Gaining this experience as a first-year student will help you better determine a course of study, leading to your future career.

Benefits of Cornerstone DC

• AU Cornerstone is the only program for AU first year students that provides multiple staff members that provide wrap around support to help students apply for and secure an internship. You will be guided by the mentorship of experienced AU staff and professors.

• You will earn 3 credits toward your AU degree during the spring semester by taking the Cornerstone Practicum course. As a part of the your first-year at AU, you will also take and satisfy AU Core and major required courses, putting you on track to graduate on time.

• You will enjoy the University College LLC and Cornerstone only events, designed to help you navigate DC and your overall college experience at AU. 

• Through our partnership with University College (UC), students will join AU's largest living-learning community. 

If you are a prospective student who is interested in learning more about the AU Cornerstone program, please fill out the form below and we will reach out with additional information!

Cornerstone Interest Form