Online Programs for Security and Global Studies Professionals

Earn a respected degree from American Military University’s School of Security and Global Studies. The School prepares dedicated professionals to address the complex challenges facing public safety, national security, and intelligence communities. AMU is a leading provider of affordable education to adult learners worldwide, including those in military, defense, national security, and public safety sectors, as well as other mission-driven professionals. Coursework is online, providing flexibility to earn a degree or certificate at a pace that accommodates busy schedules.

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Convenient

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

Flexible

Classes start every month with mostly 8-week 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. We are committed to awarding you as much transfer credit as possible for military service, previous academic coursework, and job experience.

Supportive

All students have access to our advisors who are available seven days a week, as well as our robust catalog of mental health resources, including TalkCampus, a real-time, professionally monitored peer support app.

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

Undergraduate classes average 18 students and master’s-level classes average 10 students.

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AMU Gives You the Freedom to Learn

AMU proudly helps professionals in government, business, security, law enforcement and other public sectors, as well as military servicemembers, advance their knowledge and skills. And we are committed to making higher education affordable. Ask how you can save with one of our tuition grants.

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Out-Of-Pocket Undergraduate Tuition Possible

All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, and Reservists are eligible for our Preferred Military Rate, which is $250 per credit hour for undergraduate and master’s-level programs. Military family members, including parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents are also eligible for the Preferred Military Rate.

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Per Credit Hour Undergrad

Your tuition will be $350/credit hour for undergraduate courses. Request information to learn how you can save on tuition with one of our special rates or grants.

$455
Per Credit Hour Master's

Your tuition will be $455/credit hour for master's and graduate certificate courses. Request information to learn how you can save on tuition with one of our special rates or grants.

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Ebooks

We provide no-cost ebooks for all undergraduate, doctoral, and Preferred Military Rate-eligible master’s-level students.

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Application Fee

There is no cost to apply for undergraduate and master’s-level programs.

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Transfer Credit Evaluation

AMU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.

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Classes begin January 6.

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