You must receive approval from the Program Chair of your preferred program of interest prior to starting your non-degree status application. In deciding whether to approve your non-degree status application, the Program Chair will consider the burden on the program and your preparedness for study. Once you submit your application, the Office of Admissions will screen it for technical eligibility. If your application is complete and eligible, the Office of Admissions will forward it to the respective Academic Program for a thorough review. This may include inviting you to an interview.
You may register for one or more approved course(s) per semester if accepted. Should you choose not to enroll in at least one course during your semester of acceptance, we will terminate your non-degree status and you will need to reapply in the future. Non-degree students must remain in good academic standing to continue to take courses at AUA. Should you choose to apply to an AUA Master’s program in the future, note that you can transfer up to 25% of the total number of credits required for that degree. Visit the Non-degree Status policy here for more information.
