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FOR THE NEXT STEP:BS/MS PROGRAMS

WHAT IS BS/MS STUDY?

An option for high achieving AU undergraduate students to seek admission and continue their studies in an AU Masters degree program.

WHAT PROGRAMS ARE OFFERED?

MS in Sustainability Management

MS in Accounting

MS in Real Estate

MS in Finance

MS in Marketing

MS in Taxation

All AU Masters Programs

WHO IS ELIGIBLE?

» Highly qualified AU undergraduate students in good academic standing; program specific requirements are listed next.

» Students who have completed 75-90 credit hours may apply for admission.

MS in Accounting, Finance, Taxation » 3.3 GPA or higher» Minimum grade of a B+ in

• ACCT 240• ACCT 241• FIN 365

MS in Marketing» 3.0 GPA or higher» Minimum grade of a B in

• MKTG 300

MS in Real Estate and Sustainability Management» 3.0 GPA or higher

WHAT IF I AM A BA STUDENT?

» Students earning Bachelor of Arts (BA) degrees are also eligible to pursue combined undergraduate and graduate studies.

» For example, if you are an SOC Public Communication or Journalism student, you’d be a BA/MS student.

WHY PURSUE BS/MS STUDY?

» A graduate degree provides advanced knowledge and skills, both of which, are attractive to future employers.

» The combined nature of the program allows for a seamless transition from undergraduate to graduate study.

» Shared credit across both levels of study provide a unique tuition benefit for earning both degrees.

» You can further leverage the relationships you’ve built with Kogod faculty and staff.

WHAT IS CREDIT SHARE AND HOW DOES IT WORK?

» Credit share means that you take designated 500 and 600 level courses during your final year of undergraduate study.

» These designated courses are then applied to and fulfill both the undergraduate and graduate degree requirements.

» Designated credits are specific to each student’s academic plan. Meet with an Academic Advisor to discuss which classes might work best for you.

STILL INTERESTED?

» Meet with an academic advisor to discuss your options and class sequencing. » Schedule an appointment at:

» kogod.american.edu/advising» Select BS-MS Planning

» Review the Admissions process and requirements online

» Speak with a Program Director if you have further questions about your program of interest

HOW DO I APPLY?

Begin the online application for admission kogod.american.edu/apply

Online ApplicationCurrent résuméPersonal StatementTwo letters of recommendationOfficial transcript from all universities attendedValid GMAT or GRE scoreValid TOEFL, IELTS or PTE score (if applicable) Interview (by invitation and required for MS Marketing

only)

Application Checklist

Spring 2014Final Application Deadline: December 5

Fall 2014International & Scholarship Priority Deadline: February 15Final Scholarship Deadline: May 1

All applications must be submitted prior to completion of your undergraduate studies.

Application Deadlines

HOW DO I LEARN MORE OR ASK QUESTIONS?

Undergraduate Programs Advisingkogod.american.edu/advising

Select BS-MS Planning

Advising Questions

Program QuestionsEmily LindsayMS Accountinglindsay@american.edu

Jim MoserMS Financemoser@american.edu

Michael ClaytonMS Marketingclayts@american.edu

Richard LinowesMS Sustainability Managementlinowes@american.edu

Peter ChinloyMS Real Estatepchinlo@american.edu

Don WilliamsonMS Taxationdwillia@american.edu

Michelle DoyleAssistant Director of Admissions

KogodGrad@american.edu

Admissions Questions