American Public University System

American Public University System is a private school in a rural setting in Charles Town, West Virginia. American Military University was founded in 1991 and now enrolls around 50,047 students a year, including 40,362 undergrads.

Planning to play sports? American Military University has many options for athletes. See them all and learn more about life at American Military University on the Student Life page.

Learn more about life at American Military University on the Student Life page.

Is American Military University a Good School?

There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions criteria, acceptance rate and average GPA are good indicators of how competitive an institution is, but they don't say much about the quality of the education or the student experience. However, there are a few good ways to get a better sense how satisfied students are and how well a school supports its student body.

Let's take a closer look at to get a better sense of what American Military University offers and if it might be the right college for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at American Military University

Retention is the number of students that stay enrolled at a school over time. This is a way to get a sense of how satisfied students are with their school experience, and if they have the support necessary to succeed in college.

Compare this to the average six-year graduation rate for colleges and universities in the U.S., which is around 61% for public schools and 67% for private.

Job Outlook American Military University Graduates

Job placement rates after graduation and average starting salaries can all give important clues about the value of a degree from a specific school.

Tuition and Financial Aid at American Military University

Cost is another important factor when choose a college. Some colleges may have high tuition, but do a better job at meeting students' financial need.

The 2022-2023 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2021

Some aid is available on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA early. Visit the FAFSA website to apply for student aid. Remember, the first F in FAFSA stands for FREE! You should never have to pay to submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), so be very wary of anyone asking you for money.

Learn more about Tuition and Financial Aid at American Military University. Based on this information, how does American Military University sound? Remember, the best school for one person may be a terrible fit for someone else! So ask yourself: Is American Military University a good school for you?

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Where is American Military University?

American Military University is located in the rural setting of Charles Town, West Virginia, less than an hour from Washington and DC.

If you want to see American Military University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 81 to Charles Town, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Dulles International.

You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what American Military University and Charles Town are like without leaving home.

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