BA

Social Media and Digital Communication

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Key facts

  • Program
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Program
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    47,712USD
  • Start date
    Jan, Aug

Program overview

What High Point University says about their program:

The Social Media & Digital Communication major was created to give our graduates the skills that they need to be successful in this quickly-evolving field. As social media has grown from a curiosity to a powerful way to communicate, businesses and entrepreneurs value the skills needed to leverage the power of digital communication. The courses within the major build expertise in written communication, video production, and graphic design—all invaluable skills in the digital age. In addition, our graduates will have experience in creating far reaching campaigns that will persuade and build brands.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • Applicants must have completed secondary school

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent from a recognized university

English waivers

Undergraduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    80

  • IELTS

    6.5

  • Duolingo

    105

  • MET

    53

  • iTEP

    3.8

**Graduate

  • TOEFL iBT

    79

  • IELTS

    6.5

Documents required

Undergraduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Certified English translations
  • Course-by-Course Evaluation (Recommended)
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Certificate of Financial Support

Graduate

  • Application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Diploma of previous studies
  • Certified English translations
  • Course-by-Course Evaluation (Recommended)
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Copy of passport
  • Certificate of Financial Support
  • Credential Evaluation (if applicable)
  • Resume
  • Essay about interest in the program and goals for the degree
  • Two professional or academic reference reports
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Fees and funding

Funding

International Scholarships

  • Amount

    a minimum of US$5,000 per year in merit scholarship (up to US$20,000 over four years).

  • Requirements

    As an international university, High Point University values the representation of students from around the world as a part of our student body. International students with a 3.0 unweighted or higher GPA (when converted to a 4.0 American scale) will qualify for a merit scholarship. Students who submit SAT or ACT scores may be considered for higher awards.

Fee information

  • Undergraduate tuition

    US$47,712 per year

  • MBA tuition

    US$16,650 per program

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Visa requirements for High Point University

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