American Public University System offers 2,500 scholarships to students affected by Hurricane Katrina
Distance learning institution reaches out to students from colleges in hurricane’s path CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., September 15, 2005 — American Public University System is offering a full semester of study at no charge for up to 2,500 students affected by Hurricane Katrina. The scholarships are for students enrolled in colleges in the Gulf area forced to cancel fall classes, and which do not offer distance education courses. Priority will be given to students who have already paid tuition to their institutions for enrollment in the fall semester. The University web site provides more information at http://www.amu.apus.edu/hurricane-katrina/index.htm. American Public University System (www.apus.edu) is a distance learning institution that serves more than 12,000 students worldwide. It offers more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs. “We want to help displaced students through this difficult transition and help minimize the difficulties of those institutions affected by the disaster,” says Wallace E. Boston, Jr., American Public University System president and chief executive officer. “Our thoughts are with the people of the Gulf Coast,” says Dr. Frank McCluskey, University System provost. “Many of our professors and students are serving — or will serve — as first responders, either in military service or the public sector. Some are helping out even now with Katrina relief.” The scholarships provide up to 12 hours of transfer credits (four 8-week courses) for classes starting in October or November. Students must enroll by Sept. 25 for October classes, and Oct. 30 for November classes. Students also can receive a 15 percent discount on new or used books purchased through its book vendor, MBS Direct. Students may apply by calling the University System’s enrollment services team at 1-877-468-6268 or emailing the team at info@apus.edu. Students will need to provide documentation from the last 12 months showing proof of enrollment in one of the eligible colleges. Documentation may include a copy of a school identification card, tuition receipt, grade report, or similar paperwork. Students are encouraged to review their school’s policy and degree program requirements regarding transfer credits. The University System will work with the students and their schools to facilitate this process. About the University System American Public University System is comprised of American Public University (APU) and American Military University (AMU). Many students studying with APU are law enforcement officers and others pursuing degrees in criminal justice, homeland security, security management and more. In all, the distance learning institution delivers more than 50 undergraduate and graduate programs, providing relevant and affordable distance learning — taught by professors who are experienced in the real-world subjects they teach. APU and AMU also prepare students for careers in intelligence, emergency management, business, management and more.
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