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On August 4, 2026, American Public University System combined with Rasmussen University and Hondros College of Nursing to form a single higher education institution. American Public University System (the System) now includes American Public University, American Military University, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI). We are continuing to update our website to reflect our new structure.

 

AMU and APU Student Community

 

89,511 Active students
*Active student count does not include students in a doctoral program.
34 Average age
89% Working Adults
32% Referred by Others
17% Students under the age of 24
168,000+ Graduates from more than 80 countries
200,000+ Conferred degrees and certificates
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Top 22% Return on Investment

APUS is in the top 22% for students’ return on educational investment, compared to 4,396 colleges and universities nationwide, based on data collected by the Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce.
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Students by School

  • Arts, Humanities & Education: 19%
  • Business: 30%
  • Health Sciences: 16%
  • STEM: 10%
  • Security & Global Studies: 24%

Students by Race/Ethnicity

  • American Indian or Alaskan native:  <1%
  • Asian: 3%
  • Black or African American: 19%
  • Hispanic or Latino: 20%
  • Multiple: 5%
  • Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander: <1%
  • Non resident alien: 1%
  • White/Caucasian: 42%
  • Unknown: 7%

Students by Affiliation

  • Active Duty: 62%
  • Civilian: 8%
  • Military Dependent/Other: <1%
  • Military Spouse: 2%
  • National Guard: 4%
  • Reservists: 4%
  • Veteran: 15%
Meet Our Students
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Isabelle Vladoiu, Nonprofit Founder
Doctor of Global Security

"I wanted to have the flexibility to study while continuing to do my job leading a nonprofit organization in 56 countries. By attending AMU, I have been able to discover and discuss new instances and learn new perspectives on how I can tackle human rights issues, using applied knowledge from actual perspectives." 
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Max Aulakh, CEO
BS in Information Systems Security
"What made AMU different is that they got me to trust them, and the idea was that in the future things would work out because I trust this university. That has helped me shape my career after the military completely."
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Chanda Chann, Realtor®
BA in Management
"Having my degree has opened a lot of doors and built my confidence and has changed my life as a professional. My experience with American Military University, as both an alum and student ambassador, has been a humbling experience."
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Rebecca Gabriel, Nurse
MSN
"The online education was flexible, it was affordable, and there was a philanthropic aspect. These were the three big things that stood out to me, and the tie to American Military University and the respect for our servicemen and women."
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Bryan Mogaru, Analyst
BA in Homeland Security
"You can be at work the whole day, but at the same time, you’re a student at APU. I see myself getting close, closer to my dream. I see myself making a difference in the world."
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Jovanka Rodriguez, HR Director
MA in Management
"The demands of a working parent can be challenging, however, through APU I successfully balanced my family life and professional responsibilities while still managing the enriching challenges of my graduate studies."
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 Tuition Per Credit Hour

$360 Undergraduate Cost Per Credit
Standard Rate
$470 Master's Degree & Graduate Certificate
Standard Rate
 
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93% of respondents to the End of Program survey said they were satisfied with the education they received at AMU and APU.*

*based on over 1800 responses to an optional 2024 survey after students completed their programs.

University Specialized Accreditation

ACBSP AccreditedCommission on Accreditation for Health Informatics and Information Management Education (CAHIIM) logoCommission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) logoCouncil on Education for Public Health (CEPH) logoInternational Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC) logoNational Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE)COSMA
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Top Online College for Working Adults

We are dedicated to offering high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education to our students. That's why we were named one of the top online colleges for working adults by ZDNet in 2022.

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Students by Degree Level

19% Associate degree
57% Bachelor's degree
16% Master's degree
8% Certificate & other

Average Class Size

  • Undergraduate: 19 students
  • Master’s and Graduate Certificate: 11 students

Degree & Certificate Programs

  • Associate degrees: 25
  • Bachelor's degrees: 57
  • Undergraduate certificates: 38
  • Master's degrees: 43
  • Graduate certificates: 46
  • Doctoral degrees: 2
  • Total degrees: 127
  • Total certificates: 84
  • Total NanoCerts: 24
  • Total programs: 235

Faculty & Staff Information

  • Faculty: 1,884
  • Full-time faculty: 297
  • Part-time faculty:1,587
  • Full-time faculty with terminal degree: 76%
  • Average tenure: 10.01 years
  • Faculty awards/distinctions: 22 (YTD)
  • Faculty publications: 97 (YTD)

Data current as of March 31, 2026 (retrieved May 4, 2026).

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Pursuing Carbon Neutrality: Our University’s Commitment

In a world where environmental responsibility is paramount, American Public University System (APUS) leads by example, championing carbon neutrality through our educational model.
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