If you come to American University, then you have to be very careful about U.S. taxes, even if you are not a U.S. citizen. Unfortunately, all professors at American University receive about 90% of their income from within the United States and 10% of their salary wired to a local Bosnian bank account. Here is the kicker. The university considers all professors to be independent contractors. Thus, all professors must pay their social security taxes and income taxes for the United States and this income is reported on a 1099. This important... read full review »