The American University of Rome

Communication & Digital Media (BA)

The American University of Rome

Degree:Bachelor
Field of Study:Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Communication, General
Length:4 Year(s)
Cost per year:*
National: $40,446

This cost is an approximation.



Careers:Influencer

Description:

AUR’s BA in Communication & Digital Media offers a mix of theoretical foundations and practical know-how that enables graduates to thrive in the global communications industry, from social media to PR, online journalism, and advertising. The program has been designed to extend and enhance students' communication skills while giving them a deep understanding of communication theory and how it applies to intercultural communication, organizational communication, and the management of social networks and mass media.

Prerequisites:

Grade for Entrance Previous Year (%)*73
These courses are intended as guidelines. Speak to your guidance counsellor to see what courses are offered at your school.

    Applicants for admission from high school or a secondary school are required to submit:

    • A completed application form accompanied by a non-refundable application fee of €50 Euros/Dollars.
    • Official transcript of secondary school work and official exam results.
    • A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required
    • Official university transcripts (for transfer students) from all institutions attended.
    • One academic recommendation from the principal, a guidance counselor, teacher or professor.
    • Two personal essays: 350-500 words (see AUR website for details).
    • Copy of passport.

    In addition, applicants must be 18 years of age or have a legal guardian residing in Italy.

    Each applicant is reviewed individually. Leadership, motivation, academic growth, the level of the secondary school program’s difficulty, involvement in activities and personal goals are important considerations in the application review process.

    All transcripts, letters of recommendation and other supporting documentation must be received directly from institutions or testing centers.

    Test Scores:
    • Test of English as a Foreign Language (Internet Based) or International English Language Testing System (academic or immigration) or DuoLingo
    Additional Admission Requirements:
    • Letter(s) of Reference
    • Statement of Research Interests

    Your Personal Essays

    Please write between 350-500 words on TWO of the three topics below:

    1. All roads lead to Rome: What excites you about the possibility of studying at AUR and living in Rome?
    2. Pick a historical figure or modern individual you’d like to converse with for an hour and explain your choice. What would you talk about? What questions would you ask?
    3. As the AUR mission states, AUR prepares students to live and work across cultures as skilled?and knowledgeable citizens of an interconnected and rapidly changing world. Tell us about an aspect of your personal perspective or lived experience that is important to you and describe how it has shaped the way you would learn from and contribute to AUR’s international and collaborative community.

    * The entrance grade may change from year to year. Please contact the school for further information.

    * We make every attempt to provide accurate information on prerequisites, programs, and tuition. However, this information is subject to change without notice and we highly recommend that you contact the school to confirm important information before applying.

    Modified on August 07, 2026