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- Admissions & Requirements
- Tuition & Fees
- Programs Offered
- Course Schedules
- Financial Aid Eligibility
- Student Services

The American Public University System is an online learning entity comprised of American Public University (APU) and American Military University (AMU). APUS has academic offices in Charles Town, WV and an administrative center in Manassas, Virginia.
Founded in 1991, The American Public University System offers a number of degree options that include associate’s, bachelor’s, master’s certificate programs and various learning tracks for a broad range of students from corporate professionals to military members to public service professionals.
APUS was created in 1991 by Major James P. Etter as the American Military University. In 1995, AMU earned a national accreditation through the Accrediting Commission of the Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) then moved to a distance learning institution three years later.
Seven years later, the programs expanded and the school changed its name to The American Public University System and soon earned a regional accredited from the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
The American Public University System is an open enrollment school employing over 2,000 full-time and part-time faculty members. The faculty is comprised of a cross-section of education professionals and executives from business, non-profit organizations, and government entities (such as Department of Homeland Security, Department of Defense, State Department, CIA, FEMA, and the United Nations).
APUS offers over 200 degree and certificate programs spanning 6 academic schools that include:
- School of Security and Global Studies
- School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
- School of Art and Humanities
- School of Business
- School of Education
- School of Health Sciences
Both APU and AMU have many viable resources available for students in terms of financial aid. As an accredited higher education institution, several options exist to help students afford school. These programs may include:
- Military Tuition Assistant Programs
- Federal Student Aid
- Employer Contributions
- Veterans Benefits
- Self-Pay Options
- Federal & State Grants
- Private Scholarships
- Private Grants
- School Scholarship Programs
Details on tuition, net price calculator, refunds, withdrawals, transfer credits, and more can be found on the APUS portal. Please visit the school’s website for more information on programs offered and consumer disclosures.
Programs Offered
The following is a list of areas of study available at American Public University System Online. Programs that have a link will take you to the program's profile page where education requirements, career pathways, and other information is available.

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Business and Marketing Studies
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Business Administration
- Retailing and Retail Operations
- Logistics and Supply Chain Management
- Accounting
- Commerce
- Real Estate
- Telecommunications Management
- Restaurant and Food Services Management
- Organizational Behavior Studies
- Human Resources Management
- Advertising and Marketing
- Bookkeeping
- Hospitality Administration and Management
- Meeting and Event Planning
Computer and Information Sciences
- Computer And Information Sciences
- Computer and Information Systems Security
- Web Management and Webmaster
- Data Modeling & Database Administration (DBA)
- Computer Programming, Specific Applications
- Computer
- Word Processing
- Data Processing Technology
- Information Technology
- Web Design
- Information Technology Project Management
- System Administration
Education
- Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Educational and Instructional Media Design
- Guidance Counselor
Engineering Technology
- Engineering Technology
- Aerospace and Aeronautical Engineering
- Hazardous Materials Management and Waste Technology
English Language and Literature
- English Language And Literature
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Family And Consumer Sciences
- Child Care Provider
- Child Care
- Family Systems
- Family Studies
Health and Clinical Professions
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Public Health
- Nursing
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
History
- History
- Military History
Interdisciplinary Studies
- Interdisciplinary Studies
- International and Global Studies
- Cultural Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Legal Professions And Studies
- Paralegal
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts And Sciences
- General Studies
- Humanistic Studies
Military Technology
- Military Technology
- Military Technologies and Applied Sciences
- Explosive Ordinance and Bomb Disposal
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy And Religious Studies
- Religious Studies
- Philosophy
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Services
- Public Administration
- Public Administration And Social Services
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
- Sports Management
- Sports Medicine
- Kinesiology And Exercise Science
Security and Protective Services
- Security And Protective Services
- Securities Services Administration and Management
- Homeland Security
- Disaster Management
- Fire Services Administration
- Criminal Justice
- Law and Justice Administration
- Forensic Science
- Fire Science
- Terrorism and Counterterrorism Operations
- Computer Forensics and Counterterrorism
- Corrections Administration
Social Sciences
- Social Sciences
- International Relations
- Political Science
- Sociology
Transportation and Materials Moving
- Transportation And Materials Moving
- Aviation
Notes:
*Amounts for tuition, fees, and supplies are an estimate which are calculated based on historical data and should be solely used for informational purposes only.
**Repayment rates, earnings, and loan payments are estimates and should be treated as informational tools only, contact the school for official information.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average annual "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around -. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The financial details shown on this page are an approximation. The actual costs may differ, please contact American Military University for more information.
Note: Financial aid is only available for those who qualify, check with the school for details.
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 92% | $4,251 |
Receiving Student Loans | 87% | $7,708 |