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The Admissions Process - 5 Easy Steps

Step 1: Choose the program of study that’s right for you and review the admissions criteria. Now you’re ready to apply for admission to AMU.       

Choosing Your Academic Program

Selecting the right degree plan is a key step in ensuring a smooth admissions process and a successful educational experience. Many students come to us unsure of which program to choose and where to begin. Our Admissions Representatives can help you make this important decision. To speak with an Admissions Representative, call 877-777-9081 or e-mail us at info@apus.edu

Tips for Successful Degree Selection

As you’re browsing the degree program pages, keep these tips in mind:

• Associate and bachelor's level programs are both undergraduate degrees.
• Though it seems logical to earn an associate degree first and then go on to the bachelor's degree, that may not always be the best choice.
• Keep your end goal in mind and choose the degree that best matches your career goals; this may not be the one that nets you the most in transfer credit.
• Once you’ve narrowed your options, talk with an Admissions Representative; he or she can assist you in getting a preliminary evaluation of your previous transcripts so you can make a more informed choice.

Step 2: Complete and submit the online application for admission. There is no application fee. You will be asked to give us information about your previous educational experiences, so make sure you have the names of your previous colleges and the dates of attendance close at hand before you begin. You will also declare your academic program. During the application process, you’ll receive your AMU student ID number and password; make note of them. You’ll need them each time you log into the electronic campus.

Step 3: Complete orientation. In orientation, you'll learn about AMU's academic and financial policies and your rights as a student. By the time you've completed the orientation, you'll be admitted to AMU!

Step 4: Welcome aboard! Your next step is to submit all necessary documentation. All documents are due within 15 weeks from the date of your first registration.

Step 5: Register for courses.  Log into the Electronic Campus and click on My Academic Plan or Register Now. Click on the course(s) you’d like to take first and follow the prompts to register.  Undergraduates are required to take COLL100 as one of their first courses. If you are using Federal Student Aid (FSA), make sure you register for the same number of credit hours that you declared on your FSA Statement of Intent form. 

* All Active Duty Army students using Tuition Assistance must first register with AMU and then confirm registrations through GoArmyEd.com.

* All students receiving Federal Student Aid must register for the entire Academic Semester to comply with FSA regulations. Students pursuing the Associate of Arts in General Studies may not use FSA to finance this program of study.

Have questions? Our admissions staff is available Monday – Friday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., ET to answer your questions and provide assistance with the admissions process. You can reach us by phone at 877-777-9081, e-mail us at info@apus.edu, or click on the "Live Chat" icon on any page on this site to correspond instantly during business hours.