APU Student Handbook
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Last Revision: February 3, 2026

APUS Student Fees

FeeAmount
Admission Fee$0
Drop Fee (before Week 2)$0
Master's Comprehensive Exam*$250
Graduation Fee: Associate Degree$250
Graduation Fee: Bachelor and Master Degree$350
Completion Fee: Certificate$25
Registration Fee$0
Registration Late Fee (non-refundable)$50
Master's-level Technology Fee (per course)$85
Undergraduate Prior Learning Assessment Fee$250
Graduate Prior Learning Assessment Fee$325
Transcript1 (each):
Official Electronic Transcript
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$15
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Average Course Material Costs$100

*Excluding the Master of Public Health Comprehensive Exam

1Plus applicable state and local sales tax