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Earn Your AA in Military History Online

As part of its flagship history discipline, American Military University offers an Associate of Arts in Military History for those seeking a foundational degree in preparation for related baccalaureate degrees. Classes at American Military University are conducted entirely online, giving student the flexibility to fit a quality education into their busy lives. Through this fascinating program, students explore the origins of armed conflict in ancient times to patterns of Western warfare in the modern era. From the American Revolution to World War II and more, the curriculum examines national military powers, war doctrines, crucial battles, and political leaders and their foreign policies that led to conflict. Additionally, the program emphasizes career-relevant research, writing and critical-thinking skills.

Classes at American Military University are taught by expert practitioners. Many within the military history discipline are published historians and military leaders who bring their research and expertise into the classroom discourse. At American Military University, students are members of a broader community of working adult committed to lifelong learning and career development.


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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.

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* Zero-out-of-pocket tuition may be possible when the Freedom Grant® is combined with other forms of financial assistance, such as military TA or federal Pell grants. The Freedom Grant is available to all U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists. Military spouses/dependents are also eligible to receive a grant that covers tuition above the military TA cap of $250/credit hour for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

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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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A University That's Got Your Six

Our roots are in the military, but we are open to all. Here’s why 110,000+ have chosen AMU.

Convenient

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

Efficient

Finish faster and save. Associate degree students can transfer up to 45 credits for military service, previous academic coursework, and job experience.

Personalized

Our undergraduate classes average 19 students, so you won’t feel lost in the crowd.

Relevant

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

Supportive

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

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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.

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