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Online Communications Programs

Are you intrigued by the dynamic world of marketing? Curious about how to become an expert journalist or multimedia editor? Do you know what it takes to be an effective leader? Our online communications courses offer the perfect way to get a head start on your college education and potentially your future. Learn from acclaimed Georgetown professors and experts in your fields of interest. The online format is flexible, allowing you to take as many communications-related courses as you'd like anywhere, anytime, at your own pace.

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Program Dates

Multi-length courses available throughout the year

Enrichment Course Fees

$1,795

Eligibility

For students ages 13 and up

Current Courses Available

College Credit Courses

Dive deeper into subjects and earn college credit upon completion, so you can start building your college transcript. These courses feature additional reading and coursework hours compared to our enrichment options.

Enrichment Courses

Explore your passions and interests before college and develop essential skills that can be used in school and beyond. Upon successful completion of each course, you will earn a certificate of completion that can be added to your college applications or resume.

How You Will Benefit

  • Communications courses are available throughout the year—pick subjects that fit your passion and your schedule.
  • Suitable for high school students ages 13 and up so you can start exploring communications subjects early on.
  • Experience what it’s like to take courses designed by Georgetown University faculty while you’re still in high school.
  • Flexible learning: lessons by professors are delivered through dynamic videos, so you can tune in whenever your schedule allows—the ultimate in flexibility.
  • Work with mentors who can support you and answer questions as you deepen your learning experience.
  • For each course, earn a Certificate of Completion from Georgetown University for your college application.

Student completing a Georgetown communications program

Three Learning Advantages Designed for You

Final Capstone Project

All communications courses culminate in a special Final Capstone Project that allows you to:

  • Demonstrate what you've learned in a presentation.
  • Get feedback from your mentors on your work.
  • Choose from a variety of communications-related topics covered in your course to show what you’ve learned.
  • Use any media you prefer—text, video, photography, PowerPoint.

Mentoring

You’ll receive guidance from a mentor who can support you and answer questions as you deepen your learning experience. You can expect:

  • Expertise in your communications course’s particular field.
  • Encouragement and direction on all assignments. 
  • Inspiration, motivation, and confidence to help you excel in your studies. 
  • Brainstorming to help you prepare for your Final Capstone Project.

Flexible Learning

  • 100% online learning that works with your schedule.
  • Flexible format: you’ll learn through video lessons. Tune in anytime that works for you.
  • Multiple courses can be taken to maximize your learning experience.
  • 20 to 30 hours of total instruction and activities per course, including engaging multimedia, simulations, and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support from mentors.

How to Apply

It’s easy. No transcripts or letters of recommendation are required. Just provide some basic information and tell us why you wish to take this program.

Note: Please submit all application materials in English.

Begin the guided process. It should take only a few minutes to answer the questions.

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Admissions

Our application process is easy. You can expect a prompt decision.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How will you be graded? What are assignments like? How much time do you have to turn around a project? When do you find out if you’re admitted? Find answers to your questions here.

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Scholarships

We offer need-based scholarships for participating students who exhibit high potential and an inability to pay the full tuition. 

  • If you haven’t applied to the program, apply here. After submitting your application, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” on the confirmation page to request a scholarship.  
  • If you’ve already applied to the program, sign in to your profile to check your scholarship status. If we don’t have a scholarship request on file, click “Apply for a need-based scholarship” to request a scholarship.

The University reserves the right to modify the course as may become necessary.