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How to Apply

The 2013 program is now full. Please check back in early fall for 2014 program details.

Admission Requirements

  • Application form (includes advisor recommendation and personal statement)
  • High school transcript
  • Non-refundable deposit of $250 due with application.*
  • Rising juniors and seniors are eligible to apply

*Important: In the event that the student is not accepted into the program, all funds, including the deposit, will be returned.

More Information

For more information about the program, including fees and program dates, consult About the Program and Tuition and Fees. (You may also request brochures by e-mailing us at communityofscholars@american.edu.) Click here for a PDF of the brochure. [Please note that the online brochure is in pdf format, and you will need software to read it. You can obtain that software here if you don't already have it].

For information regarding the accreditation and licensing of American University, visit www.american.edu/academics.

Contact Us!

Telephone: 202-885-2442

Fax: 202-885-2494

E-mail: communityofscholars@american.edu

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- 2012 Community of Scholars Student

 

"The Community of Scholars program is highly value-added, well-organized, well-staffed with tangible personal growth and development benefits.”

- 2012 Community of Scholars Parent

 

"I liked the blended online/on-campus format because the online segment allowed me to learn at my own pace and on campus everything was tied together for me."

- 2012 Community of Scholars Student