MISSION STATEMENT

“Nescire est initium sapientiae” – To not know is the beginning of wisdom

The American University of Science (AUS) is founded upon the sacred union of scientific inquiry and the eternal wisdom of the Catholic faith, affirming an unwavering commitment to the pursuit of knowledge, ethical leadership, and service in alignment with Divine Will. AUS is dedicated to delivering an education of unparalleled depth and rigor to a diverse, global community, equipping students with the intellectual discipline, moral clarity, and pioneering vision necessary to confront and transform the profound challenges of the modern world.

This mission is not merely academic—it is transcendent. Through a curriculum that seamlessly integrates scientific discovery with ethical contemplation, AUS prepares students not only to achieve personal success but to serve as catalysts for societal transformation, realizing their vocational callings under divine guidance. The University holds that true progress is only achieved when scientific breakthroughs, technological advancements, and profound human insight are directed toward the greater good.

AUS stands as an uncompromising guardian of academic distinction, a vanguard of pioneering research, and a force for global collaboration, forging new frontiers in discovery and applied scholarship. Its comprehensive educational framework is meticulously designed to cultivate intellectual rigor, moral integrity, and leadership excellence, while instilling an unyielding sense of civic responsibility, deeply rooted in its foundational Catholic virtues.

As a beacon of both scientific progress and moral discernment, AUS actively engages in innovative research and reflective scholarship, creating an environment where intellectual vitality and spiritual growth thrive in unison. The University recognizes its divine imperative to serve not only the academic community but society at large, dedicating its resources, expertise, and vision toward the advancement of humanity and the fulfillment of a greater common good.

At AUS, knowledge is not an end but a calling—an illumination that guides the world beyond the limits of understanding, toward wisdom, truth, and an ever-higher purpose.

VISION

“Nescire est initium sapientiae” – To not know is the beginning of wisdom

The American University of Science (AUS) envisions a future where education is an indomitable force of transformation, illuminating minds, uplifting societies, and advancing humanity’s eternal pursuit of truth. In this vision, knowledge is not merely acquired but divinely entrusted, shaping individuals into ethical leaders, intellectual pioneers, and custodians of wisdom.

AUS is steadfast in cultivating an academic and spiritual environment that nurtures intellectual brilliance, fosters creative innovation, and instills an unyielding pursuit of wisdom and justice, all in accordance with God’s eternal design. As a university standing at the convergence of faith, reason, and scientific progress, AUS is committed to empowering generations of scholars and leaders whose contributions transcend disciplines, industries, and borders.

With an unyielding devotion to scholarly excellence, ethical discernment, and scientific advancement, AUS will continue shaping individuals who are not only highly accomplished professionals but also architects of a world that is just, knowledgeable, and spiritually enriched.

AUS remains unwavering in its mission to illuminate minds, elevate humanity, and shape the future through the unbreakable union of knowledge, virtue, and divine wisdom.

VALUES

“Nescire est initium sapientiae” – To not know is the beginning of wisdom

At its core, The American University of Science is a sanctuary of wisdom, unity, and intellectual and spiritual freedom, where scholarly inquiry and moral formation thrive in unison. The university is committed to cultivating an environment of inclusivity, integrity, and the relentless pursuit of higher truth, ensuring that education is not simply an opportunity but a profound responsibility—a sacred endeavor that refines intellect, shapes character, and fulfills a higher calling.

In accordance with its Catholic foundation, AUS upholds the following core values:

• Truth and Inquiry – The unceasing pursuit of knowledge, guided by intellectual honesty, critical discernment, and an unwavering commitment to truth.

• Wisdom and Virtue – Education is not merely the acquisition of expertise but the cultivation of moral clarity, ethical strength, and the courage to act justly.

• Leadership and Service – True leadership is rooted in humility and service, shaping individuals who uplift humanity through wisdom, courage, and compassion.

• Faith and Reason – The synthesis of scientific discovery and theological reflection, ensuring that all knowledge is pursued in harmony with divine wisdom.

• Human Dignity and Community – Recognizing that every individual possesses inherent worth and limitless potential, and that education must empower individuals to build a just, enlightened, and compassionate society.

At AUS, we do not merely educate minds—we shape souls, forging individuals who will lead with wisdom, serve with integrity, and transform the world in accordance with truth, knowledge, and divine purpose.