African American and African Diaspora Studies

• Completed application, including essay and CV/Resume
• Application fee of U.S. $75
  • No fee waivers are available. First-year students applying for the AU Emerging Global Leader Scholarship and/or referred directly by EducationUSA or other non-government organizations may be eligible to receive an application fee waiver on a case-by-case basis. All other applicants should submit the U.S. $75 application fee. 
• Academic records for grades 9-12 with official transcripts and certified English translations (if applicable), for each secondary institution attended. Students who study in 3-year secondary school systems only need to provide transcripts for those three years.
• One academic letter of recommendation from a teacher is required; one letter from the school counselor/principal/headmaster is also strongly recommended.
• Demonstrated English proficiency
• Interruption of Studies Statement if you have already graduated from secondary school at the time of application.

Apply online using the Common Application. Your file will not be reviewed until all of the materials have been received by the Office of Admissions: