The American Public University System offers several options for graduate study: master's degrees, graduate certificates, and doctoral programs. Master's degree programs range from 30 to 48 semester hours (10-15 courses) of study and require either a comprehensive exam, a thesis, or an integrative practicum and a GPA of 3.0 for graduation. Students must have completed a bachelor's degree program from an accredited institution to be admitted to a master's degree program. Certificate programs are available to students who seek a shorter program focused on career development or knowledge of a specific discipline. Certificates range from 18 to 27 semester hours; typically 6-9 courses.

The American Public University System offers professional practice doctorate degrees.  Doctoral programs are comprised of 58 semester hours in coursework, 3 residencies; require a dissertation and a minimum GPA of 3.0 for graduation. 

Program Completion Rates, Median Debt, and More

For more about the graduation rates and median debt of students who completed each program, as well as other important information—visit www.APUS.edu/disclosure.