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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

 

89,414 Active students1
35 Average age
89% Working Adults
30% Referred by Others
17% Students under the age of 24
173,000+ Graduates from more than 80 countries
205,000+ Conferred degrees and certificates
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Ranked in Top 10 Percentile Nationally for Lowest Tuition and Net Price Versus Four-Year Private Colleges

Based on data made public by the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), tuition and fees for a bachelor’s degree at AMU and APU during the 2024-2025 academic year ($8,400) were less than half the national average for four-year, private for-profit schools ($18,844) and 75% lower than the national average for four-year, private not-for-profit schools ($32,789).2
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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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Winner of the 2026 Distance Learning Compass Award for Mental Health and Wellness

The United States Distance Learning Association (USDLA) has recognized American Military University and American Public University thanks to the University’s comprehensive, technology-enabled services that are designed to enhance the student experience while promoting persistence and success. These resources include 24/7 teletherapy and crisis support, access to licensed counselors, and a global peer-support network available in 25 languages.

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University Programmatic 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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The President's List

The President's List recognizes students enrolled in associate, bachelor’s, or master’s degree programs who demonstrate the highest level of academic excellence during a given quarter.

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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 June 30, 2026 (retrieved July 6, 2026).

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Pursuing Carbon Neutrality: Our University’s Commitment

In a world where environmental responsibility is paramount, American Public University System leads by example, championing carbon neutrality through our educational model.
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  1. Active student count does not include students in a doctoral program.

  2. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Affordability and Transparency List https://collegecost.ed.gov/affordability. Data includes average tuition and fees, and net price for full-time beginning undergraduate students who received grant or scholarship aid from federal, state or local governments, or the institution. AMU/APU 2024-25 Tuition and fees listed as $8,400, and 2023-24 Net Price listed as $12,260. 

    For full, current Cost of Attendance details, please visit https://www.amu.apus.edu/tuition-and-financing/policies/cost-of-attendance for AMU and https://www.apu.apus.edu/tuition-and-financing/policies/cost-of-attendance for APU.