Computer Science (BS)
at American University, Washington D.C.

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College of Arts & Sciences

Computer Science (BS)
at
AU
Overview

AU`s College of Arts & Sciences offers Computer Science (BS) Degree program. The duration of this program is 4 years. The tuition fees to pursue this program is USD 55724.0. IELTS, TOEFL, Duolingo, and PTE scores are accepted for admission to AU Computer Science (BS).

Duration	4 years
Course Level	UG Degree
Mode of Course	Full Time
International Students Admission Website	Go to Website
Tuition & Fees	₹48.27 Lakh View full breakup
Type of University	Private
Official Career Service Website	Go to Website

Computer Science (BS)
at
AU
Highlights

Program ensure a balanced presentation of the practical and theoretical aspects of computer science and provide students with a background for professional employment or further graduate study in the discipline
Graduates move on to a wide range of careers that includes software development and design, multimedia computing, artificial intelligence
Students need to complete a total of 120 credits for degree
The curriculum includes courses such as Introduction to Computer Science, Organization of Computer Systems, Algorithms and Data Structures, Operating Systems, Basic Statistics etc.

Computer Science (BS)
at
AU
Rankings

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#91	National University US News & World Report, 2025
#601	University THE (Times Higher Education), 2025
#711	World University QS, 2025

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Computer Science (BS)
at
AU
Entry Requirements

Requirements for 12th grade Lock Icon

No specific cutoff mentioned
Applicants must have passed high school with good grades

Subjects required:

English

Academic mathematics, including the equivalent of algebra and geometry

Laboratory science

Social science

Foreign language

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TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned
Sub-scores for each section of the TOEFL should be 20 or higher
To be considered competitive, a 90 TOEFL iBT score or above is recommended

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IELTS

No specific cutoff mentioned
Sub-scores for each section of the IELTS should be 6.0 or higher

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Duolingo

No specific cutoff mentioned
score of 115 or higher. Each sub-score must be 105 or higher.

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Computer Science (BS)
at
AU
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

LOR

Two letters are required
One must come from a teacher; the second letter may be written by applicants' school's college counselor, principal or headmaster or another teacher

ESSAYS

Essay with the application must be submitted

CV/Resume is required

Step two

Additional documents required

Academic records for grades 9-12 with official transcripts and certified English translations (if applicable), for each secondary institution, attended
Interruption of Studies Statement if the applicant has already graduated from secondary school at the time of application
Bank letter showing at least U.S.$70,231 for the first year of study and living expenses
Common Application AU Writing Supplement (optional, but recommended)
Proof of English Proficiency Test scores
Completed AU Certification of Finances (AU CFIS) form showing at least U.S.$70,231 for the first year of study and living expenses

Step three

Start your online application

https://programs.online.american.edu/about-us/apply-online

Step four

Application fees for this course

USD 75 = INR 6.32 Thousand

University allows students to pay their tuition fee in fall and spring terms in different enrollment period
The plan splits Fall or Spring semester balance into convenient monthly payments, with no interest charged

Step five

Application deadline

Spring (Jan): 1st Oct

Fall (Aug): 15th Jan

*The dates specified are tentative dates as per the previous year records. Our expert counselors can help with exact deadline date. Connect with the expert now!

Computer Science (BS)
at
AU
Fees

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 48,26,813

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 9,48,922
Insurance	INR 1,99,399
Transportation	INR 69,469
Undergraduate Activity Fee	INR 15,332
Student Technology Fee	INR 20,789
Metro U-Pass	INR 23,561
Personal Exp	INR 65,831
Books and supplies	INR 86,620
Sports Center Fee	INR 11,261
Total approximate fees	INR 14,41,184