• Explore our Schools and Programs

  • School of Arts and Humanities
  • School of Business
  • School of Education
  • School of Management
  • School of Public Safety and Health
  • School of Science and Technology
  • School of Security and Global Studies

• Why Choose APU?

  • In 2009, American Public University System, the parent of APU, was the recipient of the Sloan Consortium’s award for quality online education.
  • In 2008, the National Survey of Student Engagement found that 97% of seniors at American Public University System would choose us again.

  Affordable Excellence
  American Public University offers one of the most affordable options available for pursuing your education online. APU was founded on the concept that everyone with a desire for learning should be able to afford a quality education. Other schools charge two or three times as much in tuition and fees!

  At APU, you can earn a master’s degree for about $10,000 (total program tuition, not per year), which is less expensive than you’ll find most state schools. Our undergraduates pay only $750 per course (or approximately $31,000 for a bachelor’s degree). Other online schools charge nearly twice the tuition per credit! Fees? APU minimizes fees that can add significantly to the cost of your degree, setting it apart from other schools that charge technology, application, or admissions fees. APU adds to student savings by providing all books at no cost to degree-seeking undergraduate students through our Book Grant.

  Additionally, APU accepts federal student aid and military tuition assistance.

  We invite you to join a vibrant community of 70,000 students who have chosen APU to reach their education goals.

  To get started, complete our no-fee application.

  Modern & Relevant Programs
  APU offers the relevant programs and courses for today's job market via more than 70 relevant degrees. Just a few of the ways we stay current on industry needs: the majority of our faculty are currently working in the fields they are teaching in; we partner with industry organizations such as the FBI National Academy Associates and build programs and certificates tailored to their needs; and we rely on Industry Advisory Councils made up of corporate members who review our curriculum to ensure its relevance to the skills needed in their industries.

  Experienced & Professional Faculty
  Our faculty combines relevant theory with real-world experience. They come with degrees from many of the top institutions around the world, and many are executives in government, business and nonprofit organizations, including the United Nations, State Department, Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, Central Intelligence Agency, National Security Agency, and Federal Emergency Management Agency.

  Affordable & Respected
  American Public University provides high-quality, affordable distance education to students around the globe. We do not have resident or non-resident students, so tuition is not based on a student's geographical location or home of record.

  Transfer Credit for Prior Coursework
  You can transfer previous education and training for credit, allowing you to progress faster toward your goal. We will accept up to 45 semester hours towards an associate degree, 90 semester hours towards a bachelor's degree and 15 semester hours towards a master's degree.
  
  Accreditation
  American Public University is a member of American Public University System. American Public University System is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, North Central Association (30 North LaSalle Street, Suite 2400, Chicago, IL 60602; 800.621.7440) and nationally accredited by the Accrediting Commission, Distance Education and Training Council (1601 18th St., NW, Washington, DC 20009; 202.234.5100)
  
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