<p>How much of a student’s life is focused on campus at American, as compared to how much of a student’s life is focused on being in Washington, DC? Is there much traditional campus life?</p>
<p>There is never a shortage of things (and schoolwork) to do. </p>
<p>AU does put on a fair amount of programming (aka Student Union Board Movie nights, club meetings, and lots of speakers.) However, compared to a more isolated school, a lot of it happens on weekdays. </p>
<p>On a given weekend I know students who will:
*go see a volleyball game
*go see a movie
*go to a club
*go to frat
*do homework
*go out to eat
*spend the night in and "hang out"</p>
<p>So to answer your question, people generally get their weekend entertainment in the city. It's fantastic that there are so many things to do, but I admit that DC is expensive.</p>