American University Online Program Scholarships

Brief description:

American University offers Online Program Scholarships for all students admitted to eligible online Masters degree programs offered at the University.

Host Institution(s):

American University – College of Arts and Sciences, School of Communication, School of Public Affairs

Level/Field(s) of study:

The online degree programs eligible for the scholarships are:

• Master of Arts in Economics, Applied Economics Specialization
• Master of Arts in Strategic Communication
• Master of Public Administration and Policy
• Master of Science in Health Promotion Management
• Master of Science in Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security
• Master of Science in Nutrition Education.

Number of Scholarships:

Not specified

Target group:

Students with excellent academic record and leadership potential

Scholarship value/inclusions:

Each scholarship award is US$10,000. (Up to $10,000 for Online Master of Arts in Strategic Communication).

Please take note of the cost of attendance:

• • Online Master of Arts in Economics, Applied Economics Specialization: 10 courses (30 credit hours), $1,812/credit hr. = $54,360*
• • Online Master of Science in Health Promotion Management: 10 courses (30 credit hours), $1,812/credit hr. = $54,360*
• • Online Master of Science in Nutrition Education: 10 courses (30 credit hours), $1,812/credit hr. = $54,360*
• • Online Master of Arts in Strategic Communication: 10 courses (30 credit hours), $$1,812/credit hr. = $54,360*
• • Online Master of Public Administration and Policy: 12 courses (36 credit hours), $1,812/credit hr. = $65,232*
• • Online Master of Science in Counter Terrorism and Homeland Security: 12 courses (36 credit hours), $1,812/credit hr. = $65,232*

(*Cost of attendance does not include $40 per semester Technology fee)

Eligibility:

Only students with excellent academic credentials and exceptional leadership skills will be considered for the scholarships. Scholars have to remain in good academic standing throughout the program.

For the Online Master of Arts in Economics, Applied Economics Specialization Scholarship, candidates must retain a 3.0 GPA or higher for their first 2 semesters in the online program.

Candidates for the Online Master of Arts in Strategic Communication Scholarship will be assessed based on a holistic review of the application file, including academic credentials, professional experience and exceptional leadership skills.

Only students with a cumulative 3.2 GPA (on 4.0 scale) or above in their undergraduate program, are eligible for the Online Master of Public Administration and Policy Scholarships.

Only students with a cumulative 3.4 GPA (on 4.0 scale) or above in their undergraduate program, are eligible for the Online Master of Science in Health Promotion Management Scholarships.

Only students with a cumulative 3.5 GPA (on 4.0 scale) or above in their undergraduate program, are eligible for the Online Master of Science in Counter-Terrorism and Homeland Security Scholarships.

Only students with a cumulative 3.4 GPA (on 4.0 scale) or above in their undergraduate program, are eligible for the Online Master of Science in Nutrition Education Scholarships.

Application instructions:

Generally, applicants will be assessed based on their course applications. The application deadline for the online program depends on which term you are applying for. Please contact the University’s online admissions staff for a specific timeline your application file needs to be fully submitted.

In addition to the standard application materials, students who completed degrees at institutions outside the United States are required to submit:

• • A transcript evaluation (and a translation, if applicable) in addition to original transcripts. Please contact your Admissions Adviser for specific information about acceptable transcript evaluation services.
• • Official and current GRE test scores (may be waived for applicants with a master’s degree or higher)
• • TOEFL or IELTS score, if applicable
• • Letters of recommendation

It is important to visit the official website (link found below) for detailed information on how to apply for this scholarship.

Website:

Official Scholarship Website: https://programs.online.american.edu/admissions/scholarships