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.

 
APU Student Handbook
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Last Revision: April 24, 2026

Welcome to American Public University System (APUS), home of American Public University (APU) and American Military University (AMU)! The Student Handbook is the official repository of all APUS policies and should be used as a student's main resource for admission policies, registration policies, extension and course grading policies, and all other policies that may impact a student of APUS.

APUS policies and procedures apply to all students attending any APUS member institution which includes the following: American Public University (APU) AND American Military University (AMU).

APUS reserves the right to change policies, procedures, and programs as necessary. Policy and procedural changes will be posted directly to the Student Handbook and may also be posted inside a student's campus and in student and department newsletters.

The entire handbook can be downloaded in PDF format.

The Scope of the Student Handbook

APUS policies and procedures apply to all students attending any APUS member institution which includes the following: American Public University (APU) AND American Military University (AMU).

Changes to the Student Handbook

APUS reserves the right to change policies, procedures, and programs. Policy and procedural changes will be posted directly to the Student Handbook and may also be posted inside a student's campus and in student and department newsletters. Questions, suggestions, corrections, or additions regarding the information in this handbook should be sent to studentservices@apus.edu, along with the requester's full name and student ID where applicable.