The AU School of Communication Advantage
- SOC’s journalism and public communication programs are fully accredited by the Accrediting Council for Education in Journalism and Mass Communications (ACEJMC).
- SOC’s film and media arts program is one of only 14 U.S. members of CILECT, the international association of film and television schools.
- SOC has educated communication professionals for more than 40 years
- Our hands-on programs tap the talent and experience in the nation's capital for internships, mentors and guest lecturers
- AU faculty represent a rich mix of academic and professional training, with 96 percent holding the highest degrees in their field
- SOC boasts many successful alumni. In fact, we could fill an entire Web site praising their accomplishments!
DEGREES
- Film and Media Arts (BA)
- Print/Broadcast Journalism (BA)
- Public Communication (BA)
- Communication Studies (BA)
- Foreign Language and Communication Media (Interdisciplinary Studies)
APply
Direct admission to SOC is offered to high school seniors and transfer students who meet AU's Undergraduate Admissions Standards. All applicants apply to American University. A separate application is not required to be admitted to SOC. All applicants, regardless of intended major, are evaluated using the same admission criteria and standards. Those who are admitted to AU will begin undergraduate studies in their selected major of study during their first semester (or take General Education courses if they are undeclared).
For additional information regarding American University's Undergraduate admissions requirements and application process, please visit american.edu/admissions.
- Request an Application
- Common Application ($60 nonrefundable application fee)
- AU's SAT and ACT with Writing Test Requirement
- Early Decision Information
- International Student Guide to Applying
- Financial Aid
