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Financial Aid

AIU London participates in a variety of financial aid programs in the United States and the United Kingdom. U.S. citizens or eligible residents who qualify for U.S. Federal Title IV or other U.S. financial aid programs may consult an AIU Financial Aid Advisor before applying for financial aid. Students must meet all applicable eligibility requirements in order to participate.

Many employers throughout the world offer the benefit of tuition reimbursement to help students pay for their education. Students should investigate every potential option to obtain financing for their education from their home country. Each country has specific rules, eligibility requirements and availability of financial aid support.

AIU administers its financial aid programs in accordance with prevailing U.S. federal, state and local U.K. laws and its own institutional policies. Students are responsible for providing all requested documentation.

The first step in applying for U.S. financial aid is to complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Once completed, your application will be processed through our Financial Aid Office. U.K. students will need to contact their local Education Authority to participate in U.K. Government programs. All information is kept confidential.

University grants or scholarships are based on established criteria as published in the University’s catalog and are awarded after verification that the conditions of eligibility have been met.

Submit a complete application for graduate admission.
Accompany the application with a £35 application fee.
Submit an official undergraduate transcript verifying an earned baccalaureate degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.0 on a 4.0 scale.
Participate in a qualitative admissions interview arranged by a University admissions advisor.
Non-native speakers of English are required to provide proof of English proficiency and/or take a placement test upon arrival.

For AIU London, the following is a summary of the minimum expected scores:
TOEFL paper-based score of 590 or higher
TOEFL electronic score of 243 or higher
TOEFL Internet score of 79 or higher
IELTS score of 7 or higher
APIEL of 4 or higher

These scores should be transmitted to AIU London prior to admission. International applicants to AIU London should also contact the Admissions Department for campus residency requirements.

Graduate Matriculation Verification

AIU London will accept baccalaureate degrees earned with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale from any United States institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or from internationally-recognized foreign institutions of higher education. In the latter event, international transcripts or academic records must be translated into English, a process that can be facilitated by most U.S. embassies and consulates, and evaluated for U.S. equivalency. The earned baccalaureate degree and minimum cumulative grade point average requirements are required to be verified with the official transcript by the registrar’s office prior to a prospective student’s official acceptance into the Master’s degree program of study. In addition, the Academic Affairs department determines final acceptance to the MBA program.

Important Dates
Apply using the 2007-2008 Free Application for Federal Financial Aid (FAFSA) Beginning July 1, 2007
Orientation Dates Varies By Campus
Registration Dates Varies By Campus
Tax Filing Deadline April 15
March Start March 23, 2009
July Start July 20, 2009
October Start October 5, 2009
January Start January 4, 2010

Do you qualify for tuition reimbursement with your company or organization?

Many companies and organizations offer tuition reimbursement programs for employees. Be sure to talk with a human resources representative at your company/organization to find out whether your employer offers tuition reimbursement and to learn about eligibility requirements. To learn more now, please read Things to Know Regarding Tuition Reimbursement.

Additional information about paying for your education can be found in the AIU catalog. If you have additional questions about our university and about paying for your information, please contact a Financial Aid Advisor.

US Student Admission

At American InterContinental University London, your background means more to us than just a transcript. We view every new student’s application for admission as an opportunity for the university to expand our collective personality and enrich our capacity to share and promote enlightened perspectives, experiences and dreams.

Students wishing to enroll at AIU must first complete the application process. To be considered for admission, first-time students and transfer applicants must fulfill the following requirements:
Submit a complete application for admission.
For prospective students who reside in North or South America or the Caribbean Region and who are applying through the AIU Admissions Office located in Hoffman Estates, Illinois, an application fee of US $50 is required. For other international applicants who reside outside these regions and who apply through the Admissions Office in London, an application fee of GB£35 is required.
Submit attestation of high school graduation or its equivalent.
Participate in an admission interview arranged by an AIU Admission Advisor.
Non-native English-speaking prospective students are required to provide proof of English proficiency (e.g., TOEFL, IELTS or other approved English-proficiency assessment) prior to admission or upon arrival in London. Applicants should consult an AIU London Admissions Advisor for full details and English-proficiency requirements before applying to AIU London.

At AIU, we have streamlined and simplified our admissions process to help keep you focused on your dreams, not paperwork and slow responses. You’ll find our friendly Admissions Advisors helpful in providing you with the encouragement, assistance and support you need to help bring your academic goals within reach.

Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication (BFA) with a concentration in Photography

The life of a photographer can be as varied as the subjects they capture. But all successful professional photographers share certain traits: they must posses both a keen eye and technical expertise. According to the U.S. Department of Labor, the most successful photographers are those with business savvy, creativity, and an ability to take advantage of emerging technologies. Real-world experience and a relevant Bachelor’s degree are two key qualifications for those beginning a career in the field.

AIU offers a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Visual Communication with a concentration in Photography that can help prepare students to become creative and technically proficient professional photographers. This degree program integrates theory, practice, and team-oriented learning to help students develop the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the field.