On [DATE], American Public University System combined with Rasmussen University and Hondros College of Nursing to form a single higher education institution. American Public University System (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.

2023 Press Releases

10/16/23
APUS has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity through the 2027-28 academic year.
10/11/23
This year’s theme, “Accelerate Your Career Potential” encourages professionals to find a role and employer that aligns with their professional goals and values. 
05/22/23
An experienced strategic leader, Halverson is Chairman and CEO of Cypress International, a consulting firm focused on defense and homeland security. 
09/12/23
The Spirulina Algae Group, part of the University’s Supernova Search Group, has received a NASA research grant to study the use of spirulina, a blue-green algae, for growing plants in space environments.
08/24/23
The tool offers numerous templates for building resumes and cover letters from scratch or tailoring existing resumes for specific jobs.
11/15/23
The University’s students will benefit from LifeRamp’s live coaching sessions with a dedicated personal coach; in-app messaging with a dedicated coach for easy communication; and 24-7 access to its life and career coaching app. 
09/18/23
The conference – free and open to the public – brings together global thought leaders, innovators, and practitioners to share the latest trends and advancements in space education.
03/01/23
All active students at American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU) can now access an online peer-support network for their mental health needs and well-being, thanks to a new partnership with TalkCampus.
11/21/23
With the backdrop of Small Business Saturday on Nov. 25, American Military University is proud to offer education grants to veteran-owned small businesses, plus their employees and their employees’ families.
09/07/23
APUS is now offering a new tuition grant for law enforcement, firefighters, and emergency medical services (EMS) personnel, plus their immediate family members.
10/02/23
APUS announced a partnership with the National Cryptologic University (NCU), a school within the National Security Agency (NSA), to give NSA employees accelerated options to earn bachelor’s and master’s degrees at either American Military University or American Public University.
06/08/23
APUS will celebrate over 14,000 graduates at its 27th annual commencement, taking place June 9 –10 at the Gaylord Hotel in National Harbor, Md.
10/20/23
The partnership highlights APEI’s commitment to recruit, hire, promote and retain military spouses. 
03/22/23
The nominations signal continued APUS student and alumni recognition by the Presidential Management Fellows Program.
06/09/23
As Provost for both American Public University and American Military University, Johnson will lead the academic strategy, faculty success, academic support teams, registrar, and product management across five schools and graduate studies.
08/30/23
The grant – available for use immediately – can be applied to both undergraduate and master’s-level programs at American Public University and American Military University.

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Meg Sheeley

Meg Sheeley
Manager, Public Relations

msheeley@apus.edu