High School of Applied Communication

High School of Applied Communication centers instruction around career-readiness in media arts and communications. Diplomas emphasize technical skills tied to digital media, journalism, and audio-video production. Interested students can explore electives in graphic design, desktop publishing, and broadcast technologies alongside core academics. Local partnerships help link coursework to work-based learning, giving seniors exposure to professionals in local newsrooms and media firms. The school’s geographic perch near the Queens waterfront places it within a 15-minute walk of the N/W/R7 train stops at Queensboro Plaza. The building sits at 30-20 Thomson Ave, Long Island City, NY 11101. Families can confirm travel times using the map—simply enter the address to pull up reliable directions. To talk with staff about program options or campus visits, call *718-389-3163*. Evening walks in the neighborhood reveal a quiet residential stretch threaded with fresh cafes and young professionals strolling toward Gantry Plaza State Park.