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American Public University System

Transfer to American Public University System

About American Public University System (APUS)

American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU) offer 200+ online asynchronous degree and certificate programs. Throughout their history, they have held to a core principle to provide affordable, accessible and career-relevant education, preparing students for service and leadership in a diverse, global society.

Courses are online with 24/7 access and no set log in times. There are zero entrance exams and classes start every month—allowing you to quickly turn your ambitions into reality.

AMU and APU are part of the American Public University System (APUS), which is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

General transfer information

Up to 90 credits accepted in transfer credit toward a bachelor’s degree: academic coursework, professional training and certifications, work experience, military service, CLEP, DANTES, ACE-evaluated courses and training, Joint Services Transcript (JST) and Community College of the Air Force (CCAF) are considered.

APUS students come with a vast array of work experience and training, and APUS recognizes that not all learning has resulted from traditional classroom attendance. Their Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) program provides you with the opportunity to earn credit for learning outside the confines of a traditional classroom.

Students intending to transfer should complete the admission application for American Public University System following the third semester of their associate degree program.

Education Discount

APUS transfer partnership benefits and eligibility requirements.
CCBC degree APUS benefits
Degree not required

APUS will extend an undergraduate book grant to students, as applicable.

APUS will waive any technology fee incurred by incoming transfer students who completed a CCBC degree before transferring to APUS.

If a student has not earned their associate degree before transferring to APUS, it is possible to transfer credits from APUS back to CCBC to earn a degree from CCBC. If you are interested in reverse transfer, send an email to reversetransfer@apus.edu.

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