If you’re like most working professionals searching for an online master’s degree, you want value with no sacrifice on quality.
At American Public University (APU), you can have it all. Value starts with affordable tuition. Since APU requires no entrance exams, you can begin quickly to earn your MBA, MA, MS, MSN, MPH, or other online master’s degree.5
At APU, we believe higher education must come with lower tuition. It must be more affordable. So we’re removing higher education barriers to give you the power to pursue your passion.
Some master's-level courses provide no-cost ebooks to minimize your expenses.
There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.
APU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.6
of respondents to the End of Program survey said they were satisfied with the education they received at APUS.7
We are dedicated to offering high-quality, affordable, and workforce-relevant education to our students. That's why we've been named one of the top ten online colleges for working adults by ZDNet. It publishes technology news for professionals who need to stay informed about how technology impacts their careers.8
We offer comprehensive cognitive and mental health resources, plus 24/7 real-time support through our partner TalkCampus to provide our students the mental health support they need.9
Our online course format allows students from all over the world to share their rich cultural experiences while learning together.10
American Public University is part of American Public University System (APUS) and APUS is currently on the Government of Canada list of designated institutions where registered students may be eligible to receive Canadian financial aid.11
Part of American Public University System, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), a U.S.-based institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Eligible business programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP®)12
The baccalaureate and master's degree programs in nursing at American Public University System are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (www.ccneaccreditation.org).
The Master of Public Health degree program is accredited by the Council on Education for Public Health (CEPH®).13
The Emergency and Disaster Management, dual Master of Arts in Emergency and Disaster Management and Homeland Security, and the Fire Science and Fire Science Management programs are accredited by the International Fire Service Accreditation Congress (IFSAC®).14
We’ve earned our reputation as a respected leader in online higher education by always making you—the student—our #1 priority.
Many of our master’s degrees feature an abundance of concentration options in trending topics, allowing you to laser focus your studies to achieve your learning goals.
Plan around your work and life responsibilities with courses that are online and feature weekly class schedules with no set login times.15
You can quickly turn your ambitions into reality because classes begin every month. Most classes are 8 weeks long.
You’ll be guided by faculty skilled in providing an engaging learning journey rooted in real-world experience from government, Fortune 500 companies, healthcare, defense agencies, technology firms, and the military.
Master’s degree students can transfer up to 15 credits for previous academic coursework, job experience, and professional training. We also consider ACE-evaluated training and credits by exam.16
You always have a front row seat in APU’s online classroom. Master’s degree and graduate certificate classes average 10 students.
"I credit my promotion to APU for the ability to provide me with the skills that I needed to lead the teams I have now, which are all overseas."
Jovanka Rodriguez | MA, Management
Explore your options to make learning affordable.
There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.17
