If I wanted to get into a good graduate program in something like International relations, would the grad admissions look down on an online degree from AMU or APU? Would it really hurt my chances as opposed to a traditional undergrad degree?
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Hi Andy,
Ultimately what matters when applying to graduate programs is your course of study in your undergrad (is it relevant to what you want to go to grad school for?), your performance (how were your grades?), and your overall application.
A degree from AMU or APU shouldn’t be regarded any differently than one from a traditional brick and mortar institution. Both AMU and APU are accredited, so that shouldn’t be a problem.
AMU and APU students are very active on Facebook, if you’d like to get their takes on your situation. There are also many graduates/alumni in these groups that can talk to you about applying to graduate programs and getting jobs.
AMU: [American</a> Military University | Facebook](<a href=“Facebook”>American Military University)
APU: [American</a> Public University | Facebook](<a href=“Facebook”>American Public University)
Best of luck,
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