American Public University System

American Public University System Overview

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

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2022 American Military University Facts At-A-Glance
Academic Calendar	Other
Early Decision Acceptance Rate	ED not offered
Early Action Acceptance Rate	EA not offered
Tuition	$6,840

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Is American Military University a Good School?

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There is no one way to define a "good" college or university. Admissions difficulty, admitted student statistics, tuition, and financial aid can all provide a sense of how competitive a college is.

Let's take a closer look at these areas to get a better idea of what American Military University offers and if the college might be a good fit for you.

Retention and Graduation Rates at American Military University

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

The average six-year graduation rate for U.S. colleges and universities is 61% for public schools, and 67% for private, non-profit schools.

Job Outcomes for American Military University Grads

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

Check with American Military University directly, for information on any information on starting salaries for recent grads.

Tuition and Financial Aid at American Military University

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

For information on American Military University's financial aid options for first-year students, check with the school directly.

The 2023-2024 FAFSA Opened on October 1st, 2022

Some aid is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis, so fill out the FAFSA as soon as you can. 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, does American Military University seem like a good fit? Remember, a school that is perfect for one person may not be the right school for another! So ask yourself: Is American Military University a good school for you?

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Where is American Public University System Located?

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

If you would like 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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