Earn Your Bachelors in Military History Online

An Online Bachelor’s in Military History That’s Affordable & Flexible

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Earn Your BA in Military History Online1

Nothing produces social and cultural change more than conflict and warfare. An online bachelor’s degree in military history from American Public University (APU) allows you to understand the past to inform the future. Designed differently than other military history programs, APU’s Bachelor of Arts in Military History is distinctive in its focus on armed conflict and how those outcomes shaped civilizations throughout time.

APU’s programs are online with 24/7 access and no set login times.2 At APU, there are no entrance exams and classes start every month, so you can begin quickly and control your schedule. Ask us about transfer credit opportunities to help you save time and money in completing your degree.3


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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.

Ways to Save and Pay on Your Bachelor's

Explore your options to make learning affordable.

Scholarships and Loans
Scholarships are awards that do not need to be repaid. Loans do require repayment and come from banks, credit unions, credit cards, and private companies.
Federal Student Aid
Submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid to see what you qualify for. Our advisors can answer questions about federal student aid.
Personal Funds
We accept MasterCard®, Visa®, Discover, ApplePay®, GooglePay®, PayPal®, and e-checks. You can also use our Automatic Debit Plan to spread out payments.
Veterans Benefits
Veterans and their families receive a tuition grant. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate. Eligible family members are parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents of veterans. Financial aid advisors help veterans navigate their education benefits too.
A Special Rate For Our Military
$250 Per Credit Hour*
APU gives all eligible undergraduate and master’s-level students a Preferred Military Rate.
University-Funded Grants
We offer a variety of tuition grants to help all achieve their academic goals. These grants represent a savings on our standard tuition rate.
Employer Benefits
Does your employer offer tuition assistance? Some organizations have partnerships with us that provide tuition benefits.

* All U.S. active-duty servicemembers, National Guard members, Reservists, and military families, (parents, spouses, legal partners, siblings, and dependents) are eligible for the Preferred Military Rate of $250/credit for undergraduate and master’s-level courses. The Preferred Military Rate, which is applied automatically, supersedes all other university grants and special rates, and cannot be combined with any other special promotions. Please note that a technology fee applies to master’s-level courses.

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$360
Per Credit Hour

Tuition for associate degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and undergraduate certificates. Request information to learn how you can save with one of our tuition grants.

$250
Per Credit Hour

For undergraduate and master’s-level programs with APU’s Preferred Military Rate for eligible students.7

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Ebooks

We provide no-cost ebooks for all undergraduates.

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Transfer Credit Evaluation

APU does not charge to evaluate and apply eligible transfer credit.8

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Application Fee

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

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Why You Should Earn This Bachelor's From APU

Our Military Legacy

APU has proud roots in the military and was founded to serve members of the Armed Forces. You benefit from learning alongside our largely active-duty military and veteran student population offering an unrivaled point of view.

Unique Insight

Faculty who are current or former military leaders and published historians enrich your learning by sharing their extraordinary perspectives.

Structured Approach

The program focuses on the philosophies and strategies of war, leaders and management of militaries and people, the impact of decisive historical conflicts, the influence of technological innovations on war and society, as well as historical lessons of diplomacy and foreign affairs.

Practical Takeaways

Your critical thinking and research skills will be sharpened as you complete your program. Your capstone experience involves writing a major paper, exploring your field of interest.

Beyond The Classroom

Connect with fellow students, including historians and military history enthusiasts, through organizations like the Saber and Scroll History Club and the Historical Studies Honor Society. Our internationally circulated student-run journal, The Saber and Scroll, affords students the opportunity to be professionally published.

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