About American Public University System

The American Public University System includes American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU). Both schools are fully accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and offer undergraduate and graduate degrees and certificates, as well as doctoral programs.

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American Military University


​AMU is "the #1 provider* of education to the U.S. military, [and their] mission is to provide affordable, flexible, and relevant online education to all those who serve." 
​*Number one provider of education to the U.S. military according to 2016 DoD data as reported by Military Times, 2017


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American Public University


"The mission of American Public University is to provide high quality higher education with emphasis on educating the nation’s military and public service communities by offering respected, relevant, accessible, affordable, and student-focused online programs that prepare students for service and leadership in a diverse, global society."

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Student Info and Statistics
Student Info and Statistics
55% Active Duty
21% Civilian
61% male
33% female
82% Undergraduate
18% Graduate
87% Working Adults
28% Back for another degree
87,000+ Degrees Awarded
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Vision


American Public University System seeks to advance social, economic and environmental well-being through the transformative power of education with:
  • Dynamic, engaging, quality learning experiences;
  • Best-in-class student interfaces;
  • Diverse and career relevant degree programs;
  • Communities of lifelong learners and practice in selected disciplines;
  • Evaluation of transfer credit and competency-based learning;
  • Affordability relative to public institutions;
  • Strategic partnerships with key stakeholders; and,
  • Thought leadership that contributes to effective change in higher education.

(From the APUS website)