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An Online Graduate Certificate in Civil War Studies That Can Jump-Start or Enhance Your Education

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Earn Your Online Certificate in Civil War Studies

The online Graduate Certificate in Civil War Studies is designed for students interested in the antebellum period, the Civil War years (1861 to 1865), reconstruction era, and the social, cultural, economic, and political developments in the North and South. Students will explore such topics as slavery and sectionalism, political challenges, presidential decision-making, military strategy and leadership, plus the operational command structure and campaign planning in relation to the evolution of tactical command and control at the various levels of war.

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Convenient

Our online classes feature weekly class schedules with no set login times. Our mobile app expands your access.

Flexible

Programs start every month with mostly 8-week class formats, so you can begin on your schedule.

Accredited

Part of American Public University System, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission (hlcommission.org), an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Efficient

Finish faster and save. Certificate students can typically transfer up to 9 credits for military service, previous academic coursework, and job experience.

Supportive

Our advisors are available seven days a week, and we have a peer mentoring program to provide support when you need it most.

Relevant

Get career-relevant knowledge from faculty who bring their experience from government, Fortune 500 companies, healthcare, defense agencies, technology firms, and the military.

Personalized

Our master’s degree and graduate certificate classes average 10 students, so you won’t feel lost in the crowd.

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Tuition for master’s degrees and graduate certificates.

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All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists are eligible for our Freedom Grant® that covers undergraduate and master’s-level tuition above the military TA cap of $250/credit hour.

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