Education: The American University in Bulgaria offers students an American-style education steeped in the tradition of liberal learning and characterized by close student-faculty engagement, a residential-life experience, and the opportunity to interact with a diverse student body. The University is dedicated to education in the democratic tradition, with an emphasis on open dialogue, choice of courses, and protection of academic freedom. Approximately 217 bachelor degree students graduated in May 2022 and joined the over 5067 alumni working and going to graduate schools world-wide. They are contributing to the economic, political, and social development of over 43 countries.