Bachelor of Arts in Creative Communications, Film and Entertainment
June 6, 2023 2026-09-29 15:40Bachelor of Arts in Creative Communications, Film and Entertainment
BA in Creative Communications (Degree Completion)
Finish your bachelor’s degree with a concentration in film and entertainment. Designed for students around the world who have already earned college credit, this online completion program from the Akira Kurosawa School of Film, taught by faculty including Dr. David Desser, builds your skills in media and creative communications.
Online
Two 9-week courses at a time
Up to 90
Transfer credits accepted
About 2 years
Under 1 with full transfer credit
Every 10 weeks
New terms start
DEAC
Accredited
David Desser, Ph.D.
Professor Emeritus & Founding Dean Dr. David Desser has taught at the University of Southern California (USC), University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), University of…
Vikram Channa, Master’s in Film & Television Production
Associate Dean of the Akira Kurosawa School of Film Industry Expert Vikram Channa serves as Associate Dean of the Anaheim University Akira Kurosawa School of…
Alison Marek, MFA
Professor ALISON MAREK (MFA, New York University) is an award-winning writer and director who’s combined words and images professionally since she was in her late…
Dallas King, MFA
Professor Holding an MFA in Directing / Production from the University of California Los Angeles (UCLA), Dallas King is an award-winning director, producer and experienced…
Henryk Cymerman, MFA
Professor Henryk Cymerman was born in Poland and immigrated to New York in his mid-teens. He moved to Jerusalem to study sculpture at Bezalel Academy…
Robert Jones, MFA
Professor Robert Jones has been teaching and making award-winning films for over 50 years. He has an MFA in Film Producing from UCLA, as well…
Ryan Daniel McKinney, MFA
Professor Ryan Daniel McKinney is an award-winning director and producer based out of Los Angeles, CA. His narrative films have screened at festivals in New…
Douglas Montgomery, MBA
Undergraduate Instructor Douglas Montgomery has over 20 years of experience as a leading entertainment business developer. He served for 13 years as the Vice President…
Raphael Raphael, Ph.D.
Professor Raphael Raphael (Ph.D., University of Oregon; MFA, Plymouth University; Master’s, Teachers College, Columbia University) is a film and media scholar who also lectures at…
Eric Van Hamersveld
Undergraduate Professor For over 30 years, Eric Van Hamersveld has been involved in all creative, technical and business phases of the entertainment industry. He has…
Billy Budd Vermillion, Ph.D.
Billy Budd Vermillion earned his Ph.D. from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in 2011. His dissertation examines the influence of Marxist humanist thought and the legacy…
Firdosi Wharton-Ali
Professor Graduating from UCLA with a BA (Political Science with a specialization in American Politics), she followed that up with becoming a member of the…
Overview
Benefits
- Continue where you left off. Transfer up to 90 units toward a BA in Creative Communications.
- Transfer in credits and complete your undergraduate degree online in 1 to 2 years.
- Interact with your professor and fellow classmates around the world
- Meet industry professionals online
- Learn from professors based in Hollywood and other leading entertainment markets without having to relocate during your period of study
Features:
- 20 x 9 week Online Courses
- New terms begin every 10 weeks
- Complete 2 courses per term
- 1 Course = 3 Credit Points
- Transfer 60 to 90 credits from another institution
- Complete a minimum of 30 credits at Anaheim University
- BA in Communications Completion Program = 120 Credit Points
- Total duration = 1 to 2 years
Method of Instruction
Online Learning
- reading of textbooks
- analysis of films
- submission of written and video assignments
- discussion forums with professor and students
Course Duration
Each course is nine weeks long. Students take two courses at a time, and courses begin every ten weeks.
Degree Program Duration
The BA in Communications Completion Program with a concentration in Film and Entertainment takes approximately two years to complete, but students who receive the full 90 possible transfer credits may complete the BA degree in less than one year. The maximum time allotted to complete the program is five years from the date of matriculation. Students may be granted an extension to their program at the discretion of the Program Director.
Program Study Suggestions
Students are responsible for the information contained in the course syllabi and course grading rubrics. Each course is worth 3 units, or 135 hours of study (approximately 15 hours a week). To help you allocate your time, each course guide contains a weekly program break-down. The course guides are meant as a suggestion only, but one that students are advised to adhere to as closely as possible to keep up with the demanding schedule of the courses. Below is a sample of program study suggestions:
- Complete the required readings, webinars, podcasts and/or film viewings and take notes (4 hours)
- Discuss the weekly assigned topic with other students via online Discussion Forum and respond to questions/ tasks (3 hours)
- On-going work on required Critical Responses (2 hours)
- Journal entries throughout the week (2 hours)
- On-going work on final culminating project (4 hours, depending on production stage)
- Total: 15 hours average per week
Program Features
Interactive
Students study in a highly collaborative online program, interacting daily on the Online Discussion Forum to discuss topics with their fellow students.
Networking Opportunities
Students from around the world interact with each other and their professors through the online Forum.
Experienced Faculty
Students have the opportunity to learn from highly qualified professors who have extensive experience in various fields of film.
Culturally Diverse Program
AU students have the opportunity to come into contact with individuals from different cultures around the world, providing a rich and diverse environment in which to study.
Achieve Success
Anaheim University faculty and staff are committed to helping every student succeed. Students benefit from small class sizes and direct access to professors.
Online Resources
Students have access to digital resources including journals, articles, video interviews, lectures and seminars.
For Working Professionals
The online system allows working professionals to obtain a BA degree without having to put their lives on hold to advance their careers.
Objectives
Core Pillars
Students program outcomes were developed in line with the Core Pillars of the Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute:
Creativity
Students develop their own voice, creating across a variety of forms and media.
Connection
Students are given the chance to recognize the integral nature of different disciplines and are encouraged to collaborate and create diverse, creative networks.
Compassion
Students are invited to let a deep sense of connection to others drive their curiosity to learn more about the world we share.
Communication
Students develop their craft and communicate to different audiences in engaging and compelling ways.
Contribution
Students are invited to find practical ways to create something lasting and kind, making the world a little better because of their presence and sharing their unique, creative voice.
Educational Objectives
Upon completion of the Bachelor of Arts in Creative Communications program, students will be able to:
- Students demonstrate proficiency in creative expression in a variety of expressive media forms, evidencing clear understanding (and ability to articulate in writing) the unique formal properties, history and influences of particular media.
- Students demonstrate a clear understanding of the integral nature of diversity and collaboration in creative enterprise and the associated professional and ethical responsibilities that entails.
- Students develop the capacity to effectively communicate their emerging practices informed by the context of global and historical trends, in the forms associated with professional practice (including crafting compelling pitches, treatments and scripts, and representing their professional identity and body of work in a variety of digital platforms and social media forms).
- Students demonstrate an understanding of some of the trends (including economic and technological ones) shaping film and entertainment as global industries and the practical implications for storytelling and entrance into a sustainable professional practice.
BA in Creative Communications Curriculum
The Bachelor of Arts in Creative Communications Completion Program in Film & Entertainment is a 60-unit completion program: students transfer in up to 90 of the 120 units required for the degree and complete the remaining units at Anaheim University. The 60 units are made up of 20 courses, each carrying three units and running nine weeks, with students taking two courses at a time.
The coursework is organized into four Areas of Competence — History & Theory, Pre-Production & Development, Production A to Z, and What’s New — developed around the Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute’s pillars of creativity, connection, compassion, communication and contribution. Students who transfer the full 90 units may complete the BA in less than one year.
The BA in Creative Communications is offered through the Anaheim University Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute.
Each course is nine weeks long and carries three units; students take two courses at a time. The 60 units above are completed at Anaheim University; students transfer the remaining 60 units (30 of which must be general-education courses) to reach the 120 units required for the BA degree. Students maintain a 2.0 grade point average to graduate, and the maximum time allotted to complete the program is four years.
Areas of Competence
Twenty courses across four Areas of Competence, each carrying three units. Open any course to read its full description.
History & Theory
Students examine the unique formal properties, history and influences of particular media.
This introductory course introduces some of the major theories used to understand film as a social, cultural, and artistic form. Topics considered include feminism, genre, the auteur, spectatorship, cultural studies, and transnational cinema.
This course introduces a story development system that provides a precise map of an entire plot, enhancing and moving beyond the traditional “three-act” technique.
Students study the history of film and television as a cultural phenomenon from a decades approach, exploring the cultural, social and aesthetic evolution of both, national versus international trends, the influence of politics and network structures, and questions of on-screen representation, race and gender.
This course deepens students’ understanding of genre in three ways: its industrial function as a marketing category; as a system of narrative and audiovisual codes; and as an implied contract of expectation between filmmakers and audience to deliver a certain emotional experience.
Pre-Production & Development
Students delve into the collaborative and creative processes of new projects while navigating the professional and ethical responsibilities they entail.
A fundamental understanding of the importance of diversity of representation in film and other media. Through readings and screenings, students explore how on-screen images dialogue with larger issues of social equity and justice — gender, ability, class, sexual orientation, race and ethnicity — and develop a broad historical understanding of representations of identity.
In this project-based introductory course, students gain a comprehensive understanding of the effective screenwriting process, including outlining, writing a first draft, and the process of effective revision.
Storyboards are “visual scripts” that help visualize scenes, flag production problems, estimate costs and save shooting time. Using supplied scripts, audio tracks and templates, students learn camera storytelling and create thumbnail, rough and full-color presentation storyboards, combining each with a soundtrack to produce an animatic.
In this project-based introductory course, students practice effective communication of their creative ideas. Topics include the ‘art of pitching’ and the design of an effective creative-project business plan, supplemented by expert industry professionals.
Production A to Z
Students explore how to effectively communicate ideas and emotions through the lens of professional practice.
An introduction to Disney’s 12 Basic Principles of Animation through a simple 2D, paper-and-pencil approach, with emphasis on performance character animation (acting). Through lecture and lab, students create several 2D projects covering key pose animation, squash and stretch, anticipation, staging, arcs and lines of action.
A fundamental understanding of the digital filmmaking process from pre-production through production to post-production and delivery. Through lectures, screenings and hands-on learning, students learn screenwriting, casting, working with actors, camera techniques, directing, editing and finishing, taking a film project from inception to completion.
An introduction to the basic concepts of video editing: getting the right footage on set, organizing footage, communicating with the director or editor, creating rough cuts, and making final editing decisions based on the goals for the film. The basics of sound editing are also discussed, and students edit their own and others’ footage.
An intensive, foundational overview of directing a film or media project from concept to a unified, compelling vision. Through lectures, screenings and practical exercises, students develop an understanding of the director’s key responsibilities — working with actors, effective script analysis and visual design — and develop an original or adapted scene.
A more in-depth overview of advanced filmmaking focused on the principles and techniques of digital cinematography. Through screenings, readings and practical exercises, students learn cinematic lighting, composition, camera and lens functions and movement, and apply the skills to light and compose an original scene.
Through lectures, screenings, readings, discussions and hands-on learning, students learn the fundamentals of documentary production and then research, develop, produce, shoot, edit and deliver a short documentary project by the end of the class.
A foundational understanding of how music can be used to tell stories and impact emotions. Through lectures, examples drawn from a range of creative work, and hands-on applied activities, students learn the structures of creating and using musical accompaniment in film and other creative works.
What’s New
Students examine emerging industry trends and the practical means for cultivating a sustainable, adaptive professional career.
An introductory survey of new directions and emerging trends in entertainment and storytelling. In addition to augmented reality, virtual reality, transmedia storytelling and the building of storyworlds, students are guided through the design of a simple, fully functional prototype interactive game. (No previous experience or programming required.)
In an increasingly interconnected global marketplace, understanding the transnational nature of the construction and reception of film and media is essential. Through surveying a selection of transnational media, this introductory course provides frameworks for thinking about the transnational nature of film, media and culture.
Entertainment is big business and multifaceted — from film production and television programming to videogames, web design, music producing, franchising and packaging. This course provides a macro and micro view of the industry, from the global to the local, so students understand its interconnectedness and possibilities.
An introductory survey of new directions and emerging trends in digital marketing, with a focus on entertainment and storytelling and its impact on the entertainment business. Students develop skills to understand digital marketing, develop meaningful content, conduct analytics to evaluate campaigns, and make the most of organic and paid tactics to reach a target audience.
A comprehensive understanding of how to use developments in web technology to create videos for online distribution. Through lectures, screenings, assigned readings and practical work, students learn web video production techniques, aesthetics, editing for the web, compression and technical considerations for uploading, and social media and online marketing, applied to their own online video projects.
Program Requirements
Key requirements students complete as they progress through the program and to graduation.
The BA requires 120 semester units, including a minimum of 30 completed at Anaheim University. Up to 90 units may be transferred in: the first 60 (30 of them general-education courses) are required for entry, and up to 30 more must align with BA in Creative Communications courses.
Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) in order to graduate. Any student whose GPA falls below 2.0 is placed on Academic Probation and given two terms to bring it back to a 2.0 level. A grade lower than 70% on any course means the course must be repeated.
The maximum time allotted for completion of the BA program is four years. Students who transfer the full 90 units may complete the degree in less than one year. Students who need additional time must receive permission from the Program Director.
2026 BA in Creative Communication Schedule
BACF 310 Introduction to Film Theory | |
BACF 330 History of Film and Television BACF 341 Film Genre |
PLEASE NOTE: Failure to take a required course when one is offered may prevent a student from completing his/her program in the allotted time, as all course work must be completed before a student will be allowed to advance to the dissertation phase of the program. Schedules are subject to change.
BA in Creative Communications Tuition & Fees
Tuition for the BA in Creative Communications completion program is $1,050 per course ($350 per unit), with a $50 records fee per course. The estimated total program cost is $25,975 and includes required tuition and fees, estimated textbooks and software, a reserve fund, and basic equipment. This 60-unit completion program is 20 courses taken fully online, two courses at a time.
Students may pay tuition course by course and can also inquire about an approved monthly payment plan. The estimated total assumes completion within the standard 20-term schedule (about two years) and successful completion of each course on the first attempt; students who transfer the full 90 units may finish in under a year, while repeated courses or additional enrollment may increase the final cost.
| Fee | Amount |
|---|---|
| Application fee non-refundable | $75 |
| Registration fee non-refundable | $100 |
| STRF fee (California residents only) non-refundable | $0 |
| Per-course fees | |
| Tuition — $350 per unit × 3 units | $1,050 / course |
| Tuition — 20 courses | $21,000 |
| Records fee | $50 / course |
| Estimated textbooks, software & film-viewing fees | $125 / course |
| Additional fees | |
| Reserve fund | $500 |
| Cost of equipment (video card & editing software) | $800 |
| Optional equipment optional | $3,400 |
| Transfer credit fee optional | $75 / course |
| Original transcript | No cost |
| Each additional transcript copy optional | $25 |
| End-of-program fees | |
| Diploma | No cost |
| Replacement diploma optional | $200 |
| Replacement cover optional | $100 |
| Official completion letter optional | $35 |
| Total program cost | $25,975 |
Program Cost & Additional Enrollment
The estimated total program cost shown above assumes program completion in 20 enrolled terms with successful completion of each course on the first attempt. This 60-unit completion program covers 60 of the 120 units required for the BA degree; students transfer the remaining 60 units (30 of which must be general-education courses), and those approved to transfer the full 90 units may complete the BA in less than one year. Students who repeat a course or require enrollment beyond the standard schedule will pay additional tuition and records fees for each additional term. The maximum time allotted to complete the program is five years from the date of matriculation, with extensions at the discretion of the Program Director.
Equipment & Production Costs
Anaheim University is an online institution, and students provide their own equipment. Required equipment (a smartphone video card and movie-making software, assuming the student already has a smartphone and computer) is estimated at $800. Optional equipment — DSLR or other cameras, lighting and accessories — is estimated at $3,400, though used equipment is available for much less (roughly $1,000–$2,000) and high-end new equipment costs more. Additional production expenses vary depending on the projects and equipment students choose.
Textbooks, Software & Reserve Fund
Estimated textbook, software-subscription and film-viewing costs are approximately $125 per course. In addition, students hold a $500 reserve fund to be used over the duration of the program for research materials, software and other resources specific to their studies. Students are not required to spend the entire fund — only the amount necessary to complete their coursework. The above itemizes all of the fees and charges for which the student is responsible; the refund policy is set out in the section on Policies & Procedures.
Grade & Progress Requirements
Students must maintain a 2.0 grade point average (GPA) throughout the program in order to graduate. Any student whose GPA falls below 2.0 is placed on Academic Probation and given two terms to bring it back to a 2.0 level. Students who earn a grade lower than 70% (a “D” or “F”) on any course must repeat the course.
Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF)
The Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) is administered by the California BPPE and applies only to California residents. The STRF fee is currently zero ($0) per one thousand dollars ($1,000) of institutional charges. The State of California established the STRF to relieve or mitigate economic loss suffered by a student in an educational program at a qualifying institution who is or was a California resident while enrolled, if the student enrolled, prepaid tuition, and suffered an economic loss. Unless relieved of the obligation to do so, you must pay the state-imposed assessment for the STRF, or it must be paid on your behalf, if you are a student in an educational program who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all or part of your tuition. You are not eligible for protection from the STRF, and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if you are not a California resident or are not enrolled in a residency program.
Payment Terms
Each course is US$1,050.00 for tuition, excluding books, materials and other costs. Students only need to pay for one course at a time. Payment may be made by credit card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express), check, money order, or bank transfer (the student is responsible for any transaction fees imposed by the institution). Approved monthly payment plans are offered in compliance with the Federal Truth in Lending Act. To inquire about payment options, email [email protected].
BA in Creative Communications Admission Requirements
The BA in Creative Communications is a completion program with a concentration in Film & Entertainment, for students who have already begun an undergraduate degree elsewhere. Applicants transfer prior college credit and complete the remaining units at Anaheim University. No showreel, portfolio or entrance examination is required.
Review the admission requirements, transfer-credit policy, English proficiency standards, and enrollment restrictions below, then complete Anaheim University’s online application when you’re ready.
| Requirement | Detail |
|---|---|
| Application materials | |
| Application form | Required |
| Application fee non-refundable | $75 |
| One recent color photograph | Digital is okay |
| Government-issued photo ID | Scanned copy required |
| Academic requirements | |
| Transferable college credit | Prior undergraduate coursework from an accredited institution; up to 90 units may transfer (30 of them general-education) |
| Official transcripts | From every college attended, sealed, showing courses and grades |
| English proficiency — non-native English speakers (one of) | |
| TOEFL | 500 PBT / 173 CBT / 61 iBT |
| IELTS | 6.0 |
| TOEIC | 625 |
| PTE Academic | 44 |
| Other qualifying options | See the full list below |
| Other | |
| Showreel / portfolio | Not required |
| Entrance examination | None required |
English Proficiency Requirements
The language of instruction at Anaheim University is exclusively English, and English language services are not provided. Non-native English speakers must provide original documentation of college-level proficiency by meeting one of the following minimum scores:
Proficiency may also be shown by a degree from an institution where English is the primary language of instruction; a transcript showing 30 semester hours taught in English with a “C” average, or a “C” or higher in an English composition class. Other accepted qualifications include BULATS Level 3 (60, accepted only for Cultura Inglesa in Brazil); ACT COMPASS ESL Placement Level 3; Eiken Pre-1; a CEFR B1 level assessed through recognized ESOL examinations, including the University of Cambridge; Duolingo English Test 95; Michigan MET 53; or the College Board Accuplacer ESL series.
Transcripts not in English: if your institution does not routinely issue transcripts in English, original-language records must be submitted with official English translations issued by the university or a professional translation service (Accredited Language Services, Berlitz, Liaison Linguistics, Josef Silny & Associates, American Evaluation & Translation Services, or Education Evaluators International). Translations must be exact and complete versions of the original records.
Enrollment Restrictions by State
Anaheim University currently does not accept students who reside in the following U.S. states and territories. If you reside in one of these locations, please contact Student Services at 714-772-3330 before applying.
How to Apply
- 1Submit your applicationComplete the Anaheim University admissions application. You may apply online or download the PDF application and submit it by email.
- 2Submit your supporting documentsProvide a recent passport-size color photograph, government-issued photo ID, official transcripts from every college you have attended (showing courses and grades), and English-proficiency documentation if you are a non-native English speaker. All transfer-credit petitions should be submitted with your application. Documents may be uploaded with the online application or emailed to [email protected].
- 3Pay the application feePay the application fee. Payment may be made by credit card, check or money order, or bank wire transfer. For payment instructions or assistance, contact [email protected].
- 4Send required original documentsAny required original application documents that are not submitted online should be sent by registered mail to:
Anaheim University
Office of Admissions, Room 110
1240 S. State College Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92806-5150
USA - 5Application reviewOnce your application materials are received, Anaheim University will review your application. A receipt for the application fee will be provided, and if your application is incomplete, the University will contact you with instructions regarding any outstanding materials.
- 6Complete your enrollmentIf your application is approved, you will receive an acceptance notification and Enrollment Agreement. Complete and return the required enrollment documentation and follow the University’s instructions for payment, registration, and beginning your program.
The steps below are general guidelines for joining a program at Anaheim University. Just complete the following steps and, if approved, become part of Anaheim University’s global community within 2 weeks.
Step 1:
Read thoroughly through the pages of our website and catalog
Step 2:
- Click here to submit your application online
- Click here to fill out a pdf version of the application and submit via email.
Step 3:
The following documents are required for admission:
- Application form
- One recent passport-size color photograph
- Official English language proficiency test score report if you are a non-native English speaker (mail original*)
- Official transcripts.† (mail original*)
- Official transcripts documenting at least one course in each of the following: accounting, finance and economics.†††† (mail original*)
documenting a minimum of 5 years of work or teaching experience in a relevant area of business†††† - Resume ††
- Brief Statement.††
- Resume documenting a minimum of 4 years experience in some aspect of TESOL (teaching, teacher education or publishing).+++
- An outline (1,000 words) of the possible research that the applicant envisions undertaking for the dissertation that demonstrates his/her research experience and abilities. +++
- Three reference letters (on letterhead with contact information) attesting to personal and professional qualifications. One reference must be from each of the following:+++
– A recent employer.
– A TESOL professional who can attest to the applicant’s potential as a doctoral student.
– A member of the academic faculty where the applicant completed his/her MA.
†††† DBA Only
††† Ed.D TESOL Only
†† MA TESOL or MFA Only
† Not applicable to TESOL/TEYL Certificate Programs
*scanned copies are accepted to expedite application process while waiting for originals to arrive in the mail
Documents can be uploaded as part of the online application form, emailed to [email protected] or posted in the mail to the address in Step 5.
Step 4:
This fee may be paid by emailing the Credit Card Form to [email protected]
posting a check or money order in the mail to the address in Step 5
contacting [email protected] for information on how to send a bank wire transfer
Step 5:
Send all required application documents you do not submit online by registered mail to the Office of Admissions at:
Anaheim University
Office of Admissions Room 110
1240 S. State College Blvd.
Anaheim, CA 92806-5150
USA
Step 6:
Upon receipt of application materials, a receipt for the application fee will be sent to you. In case your application materials are incomplete, please follow the directions issued by AU. When the Dean has approved acceptance of a student, an acceptance message and enrollment agreement form will be sent to the student.
Important Notes:
Official TOEFL or TOEIC score document-Non-native English speakers must demonstrate college-level proficiency in one of the following ways:
- Degree from an accredited institution where English is the primary language of instruction.
- Degree from an accredited institution where English is the primary language of instruction.
- Transcript from an accredited institution indicating completion of at least 30 semester hours of credit where the language of instruction was English (“B” average for graduate level programs, “C” average for undergraduate/non-credit programs).
- Transcript from an accredited institution indicating a “B” or higher in an English composition class (Ed.D, Masters, Graduate Programs & Graduate Certificates); “C” or higher for TESOL Certificate, Teaching English to Young Learners Program or TESOL Undergraduate Diploma
- A minimum TOEFL score of 500 PBT / 173 CBT/ 61 iBT (undergraduate/non-credit programs) or a minimum TOEFL score of 530 PBT / 197 CBT/ 71 iBT (graduate-level programs) or a minimum TOEFL score of 550 PBT/ 213 CBT/ 80 iBT (doctoral-level program).
- A minimum TOEIC score of 625 (undergraduate/non-credit programs) or a minimum TOEIC score of 800 (graduate-level and doctoral level programs).
- A minimum IELTS score of 6.0 (undergraduate/non-credit programs) or a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 (graduate-level programs).
- A minimum PTE (Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report) of 44 (undergraduate/non-credit programs) or a minimum PTE of 50 (master’s-level programs) or a minimum PTE of 58 (doctoral-level program).
- A minimum BULATS Level 3 (60), accepted only for Cultura Inglesa in Brazil.
- A minimum grade of Level 3 on the ACT COMPASS’s English as a Second Language Placement Test.
- A minimum grade of Pre-1 on the Eiken English Proficiency Exam.
- A minimum B1 English proficiency level identified within the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR) Standards and assessed through various ESOL examinations, including the University of Cambridge.
- A minimum Duolingo English Test score of 95 (undergraduate/non-credit programs) or a minimum of 100 (master’s level programs), or a minimum of 105 (doctoral level programs).
- A minimum 4-skill Michigan English Test (MET) score of 53 (undergraduate/non-credit programs) or a minimum of 55 (graduate level programs).
- A minimum Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Competency in English (ECCE) score of 650/LP (all programs).
- A minimum Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE) score of 650/LP (all programs).
- A minimum score on the College Board Accuplacer ESL Exam Series as follows: ESL Language Use (85); ESL Listening (80); ESL Reading (85); ESL Sentence Meaning (90); ESL Writeplacer (4); or a Comprehensive Score for All Exams (350).
Official Transcripts
Request that each college or university which you have attended send a transcript of your record in a sealed envelope. The courses you have taken, grades received, and, if applicable, the date and title of the degree conferred must be listed on each transcript. Each transcript must have the official seal or imprint of the institution as well. (Note: If the university does not routinely issue transcripts in English, original language records must be submitted with official English translations. We will accept translations issued by the university or by the following professional translation services: Accredited Language Services; Berlitz; Liaison Linguistics; Josef Silny & Associates; American Evaluation & Translation Services (AETS); and Education Evaluators International. Translations must be exact and complete versions of the original records.)
Ed.D in TESOL Program applicants must have official MA transcripts, in a sealed envelope from the awarding institution. Applicants to the Ed.D program must hold an earned MA degree from an accredited institution in TESOL, Applied Linguistics, or a relevant area of education, with an overall GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (or equivalent from non-USA institutions).
The DBA program requires a Masters degree in business administration, in a functional area of business, non-profit management, public administration, a JD degree, or other degree relating to managerial functions from an accredited institution recognized by the US Department of Education and/or CHEA, or by the government of the country in which the degree was awarded, and with an overall GPA of no less than 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, or equivalent from non-USA Institutions.
Licenses or Certificates
Please include photocopies of any licenses or certificates you hold which relate to the degree program to which you are applying. Do not submit originals as these materials will not be returned.
Resume
Please submit an up-to-date summary of your academic and professional accomplishments. An Ed.D. applicant must present a resume documenting a minimum of 4 years experience in some aspect of TESOL (teaching, teacher education or publishing.) A DBA applicant must present a resume documenting a minimum of 5 years of work or teaching experience in a relevant area of business
Brief Statement
For MA in TESOL and MFA program applicants, please write a brief (300 – 400 word) statement setting out why you have selected the Anaheim University program, what you hope to get out of it, and how it will help you in your present and future career.
Upon receipt of application materials, a receipt for your application fee payment will be sent to you. In the case that your application materials are incomplete, please follow the directions issued by AU. When the Dean has approved acceptance of a student, an acceptance message and enrollment agreement form will be sent to the student.
About The Carrie Hamilton Entertainment Institute
