Welcome to The American University of Science (AUS)! As articulated in its mission, AUS is founded on the harmonious integration of scientific inquiry with the profound tenets of the Catholic faith, affirming its dedication to the advancement of knowledge and service in alignment with Divine Will. A shared pursuit drives the AUS community: in fidelity to the Catholic faith and the wisdom of God, to nurture and advance the sciences, thereby fostering a proliferation of wisdom that will transform humanity and lead to a more peaceful and unified world, ensuring that future generations are spared the sorrows of the past and present. AUS is committed to generating, disseminating, and preserving knowledge, and collaborates with others to address the world's most pressing challenges. An AUS education integrates rigorous academic study with the excitement of discovery, supported by a diverse and intellectually stimulating campus community.

The Wise Book, deriving its name from Sapientiae, the Latin motto of AUS signifying "wisdom," serves as an indispensable resource for the AUS community. It elucidates the academic standards and community expectations that sustain the vibrancy and integrity of our educational environment.

AUS equips students to tackle complex global issues in service to both the nation and the world through an integrated program of academics, research, and community involvement. This mission finds realization through a curriculum that marries rigorous scientific investigation with ethical contemplation, preparing students to make substantive contributions to society and realize their vocational aspirations under divine auspices.

AUS mandates that all students approach their education with serious academic intent and uphold high standards of honesty and personal conduct. The university maintains rules and regulations that support efficient administration and the overall welfare of the AUS community.

Central to the principles of independent learning and professional development is the necessity for honesty and integrity in all academic and non-academic endeavors. Maintaining a healthy living and learning environment requires mutual respect for the fundamental rights of every community member.

In AUS classrooms, students engage deeply with the fundamentals of science, technology, and other scholarly areas, fostering problem-solving skills, excellence in analysis, historical and literary insight, and a profound appreciation for scientific methods. Hands-on research opportunities provide a foundation for professional competence, allowing students to learn through practical experience. With a steadfast commitment to academic distinction, pioneering research, and international cooperation, AUS endeavors to forge innovative paths for discovery and pragmatic scholarship. The institution's educational framework is designed to instill intellectual rigor, moral integrity, leadership qualities, and a profound sense of civic duty in its students, in concordance with the institution’s foundational Catholic virtues.

AUS continually renews and enhances its facilities, guided by a commitment to strengthening the campus community and supporting innovation. This includes the development of sophisticated residence halls and common spaces that foster collaborative innovation, state-of-the-art laboratories that support technological advancements, and centers that cultivate the curiosity driving our academic endeavors.

All members of the AUS community are responsible for reading and comprehending the expectations outlined in the Wise Book and voluntarily agree to adhere to its standards.