I recommend OP demonstrates interest prior to their ED application as well…it’s easy to do and shows sustained interest across more than one activity. I expect American doesn’t love ‘stealth’ ED applications…stealth meaning the applicant has had no contact with American U prior to sending the ED app.
Make sure the NPC results for American show it to be affordable.
It’s difficult to make other recommendations without knowing what you want to study…I would add Fordham EA as a possibility in addition to the schools already mentioned. Good luck.