Association of American Universities (AAU)
AAU is composed of America’s leading research universities - 71 research universities transforming lives through education, research, and innovation.

Association of American Universities - Wikipedia
Founded in 1900, it consists of 69 public and private universities in the United States as well as 2 universities in Canada. AAU membership is by invitation only and requires an affirmative vote of three-quarters of current members.

Join AAU 2025 | AAU
Since 1888, the Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) has raised tomorrow's leaders on todays playgrounds. No matter your sport, there's always a place for you to play AAU. The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports.

Our Members - Association of American Universities (AAU)
AAU includes 71 distinguished public and private research universities dedicated to improving human life through education, research, and discovery.

Boys' Basketball | AAU
The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports. During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the international sports federations.

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AAU provides sports programs for all participants of all ages beginning at the grass roots level. The philosophy of "Sports for All, Forever," is shared by over 650,000 participants and over 100,000 volunteers.

Volleyball | AAU
The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports. During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the international sports federations.

Membership | AAU
The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports. During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the international sports federations.

Track & Field | AAU
The AAU was founded in 1888 to establish standards and uniformity in amateur sports. During its early years, the AAU served as a leader in international sport representing the U.S. in the international sports federations.

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