INTERNAL OPERATIONS
University Academic Administration
Programs may be administered through THE A.U.’s academic schools and internal institutional processes, subject to applicable University requirements and oversight.
THE AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF HIGHER EDUCATION • ONLINE LEARNING
Higher education.
On your terms.
Discover an online learning experience designed around flexibility, independence, and the realities of modern life—so your education can move forward with your ambition.
THE A.U. • LEARNING MODEL
ONLINE FLEXIBLE SELF-PACED ACCESSIBLE LIFELONG LEARNING
A MODERN APPROACH
Online learning that works around the learner.
Education does not happen in a vacuum. Today’s learners may be balancing careers, families, professional commitments, personal responsibilities, and other priorities alongside their academic goals.
THE A.U. provides an online learning model designed to give students greater flexibility in how they approach their education.
Through online and self-paced study, learners can pursue higher education through an alternative to traditional classroom structures while remaining focused on academic development and long-term goals.
THE ONLINE LEARNING DIFFERENCE
More flexibility. More independence. More possibilities.
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ONLINE
Learn Where You Are
An online learning environment gives students an alternative to traditional campus-based study and supports access to education beyond a conventional classroom.
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FLEXIBLE
Designed Around Real Life
Flexibility matters when education must exist alongside work, family, professional responsibilities, and the demands of everyday life.
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SELF-PACED
Take Control of Your Progress
A self-paced approach allows learners to manage the rhythm of their studies with greater independence and personal responsibility.
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ACCESSIBILITY
Open a Different Door to Education
Online education provides an alternative pathway for learners who may not be well served by traditional classroom schedules and structures.
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INDEPENDENCE
Become an Active Learner
Self-directed study encourages learners to take responsibility for their time, progress, engagement, and educational goals.
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LIFELONG
Keep Learning Beyond Today
Online higher education can become part of a continuing journey of intellectual, personal, and professional development.
ONLINE LEARNING AT A GLANCE
A learning model built for today’s learner.
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Flexible
Build your academic experience around the responsibilities and priorities that matter to you.
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Online
Engage with higher education through an online learning environment rather than a conventional classroom.
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Self-Paced
Approach your studies with greater control over the rhythm of your academic progress.
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Learner Focused
Build knowledge, confidence, critical thinking, and independence as part of your educational journey.
WHY ONLINE LEARNING
Because opportunity should not always depend on a traditional classroom.
Traditional higher education can work well for many students. But it is not the only way to pursue meaningful academic goals.
Online learning creates another possibility: an educational environment that can provide greater flexibility for learners whose circumstances, responsibilities, or location make conventional study less practical.
At THE A.U., online learning is part of our broader commitment to accessible, flexible, and learner-focused higher education.
LEARNER INDEPENDENCE
Self-paced does not mean without purpose.
Take Responsibility
A flexible learning model places greater responsibility on the learner to organize study, manage progress, and remain committed to academic goals.
Stay Focused
Flexibility works best when paired with discipline, consistency, personal responsibility, and a clear understanding of what you want to achieve.
Keep Progressing
Every stage of learning can contribute to a larger journey of knowledge, confidence, professional development, and lifelong growth.
ACADEMIC PATHWAYS
Online learning across your academic journey.
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Certificate
Focused academic study for learners seeking targeted knowledge and educational development.
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Associate
An undergraduate pathway supporting continued academic and personal development.
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Bachelor
A broader undergraduate pathway designed to deepen knowledge and academic capability.
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Master & Doctoral
Advanced academic pathways for learners pursuing higher levels of study and specialization.
OUR MISSION
Supporting learners beyond the course.
THE A.U.’s mission is to provide a community of caring and guidance for academic, financial, mental health, and career support while helping students pursue meaningful educational goals.
Our online learning model is part of that broader commitment: education should support the whole learner while encouraging knowledge, critical thinking, confidence, contribution, and lifelong learning.
“The future of learning is not defined by where you sit. It is defined by what you are willing to learn, develop, and become.”
MAKE ONLINE LEARNING WORK FOR YOU
Flexibility creates opportunity. Commitment creates progress.
Create Your Routine
Use the flexibility of online study to establish an approach to learning that fits your responsibilities and goals.
Own Your Learning
Take an active role in your education by managing your time, engaging with your studies, and maintaining your academic focus.
Build Your Future
Use your education as a foundation for continued academic, personal, and professional development.
EXPLORE THE A.U. EXPERIENCE
Online learning is one part of a bigger journey.
Why THE A.U.?
Discover the philosophy, flexibility, and learner-focused approach behind THE A.U.
Why THE A.U.Student Support
Learn about the academic and broader support available throughout the student experience.
Student SupportAcademic Standards
Explore the university’s approach to academic standards, quality assurance, integrity, and continuous improvement.
Academic StandardsAdmissions
Review the admissions process and learn how to take your next step toward higher education.
AdmissionsTHE A.U. • WASHINGTON, D.C.
Online education with a modern institutional identity.
The American University of Higher Education combines an online, flexible, and self-paced learning model with its institutional identity in Washington, D.C.
The American University of Higher Education
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START YOUR JOURNEY
Your education. Your ambition. Your next step.
Explore online programs at THE A.U. and discover a flexible, self-paced approach to higher education designed around today’s learners.
THE A.U. • ONLINE • FLEXIBLE • SELF-PACED • LIFELONG LEARNING • WASHINGTON, D.C.
THE A.U. • ACADEMIC PROGRAM GOVERNANCE
Academic offerings.
Structured with purpose.
THE A.U. maintains an official internal academic program listing through its University governance process and academic schools, while the public website presents selected programs and offerings for general information.
INSTITUTIONAL FRAMEWORK
ACADEMIC
GOVERNANCE
PROGRAMS • OPERATIONS • OVERSIGHT
ACADEMIC INFORMATION
The website is a window into the University’s academic environment.
Public information and institutional authorization serve different purposes. Understanding that distinction helps prospective students make informed academic decisions.
THE A.U. maintains an official internal academic program listing approved through the University’s governance process and administered by its schools.
The University’s public website presents selected programs and academic offerings for general information. The website is not intended to constitute an exhaustive listing of all programs authorized for operation by the University.
A.U.
Current information matters.
Certain programs may be made available through approved University advertising, recruitment, outreach, or admissions channels, subject to applicable institutional requirements and program availability.
THE OPERATING FRAMEWORK
More than one pathway can support an academic offering.
The University may administer applicable academic activities through internal processes or through authorized institutional arrangements.
OPERATING AGREEMENTS
Academies & Universities
Where applicable, THE A.U. may operate programs through formal operating agreements with other academies or universities. Such arrangements are subject to appropriate institutional authorization, oversight, and applicable requirements.
AUTHORIZED TRAINING
ATP Arrangements
The University may also operate through Authorized Training Provider (ATP) arrangements where applicable and approved within the relevant institutional framework.
ACADEMIC ENGAGEMENT
Lecturers, Instructors & Trainers
Approved lecturer, instructor, or trainer engagements may support applicable academic or educational activities under established University procedures.
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One framework, different arrangements.
Operating arrangements may differ by academic offering. The existence of an operating agreement, ATP arrangement, or external academic engagement does not mean that every program or offering is operated through that structure.
INSTITUTIONAL GOVERNANCE
Oversight gives the academic framework its foundation.
The University’s Board of Trustees provides institutional governance and approval of the applicable academic and operational framework.
Academic programs and applicable operating arrangements function within the University’s established governance, approval, oversight, and quality-assurance procedures.
THE A.U. maintains institutional accreditation through ACISC and IABCET, as applicable to the University’s accredited institutional status.
INSTITUTIONAL OVERSIGHT
THE A.U.
Academic
Integrity
Through
Governance.
Integrity
Through
Governance.
BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ACADEMIC FRAMEWORK • OVERSIGHT • QUALITY ASSURANCE
ACADEMIC FRAMEWORK • OVERSIGHT • QUALITY ASSURANCE
CONFIRMATION & AVAILABILITY
When details matter, use the official channel.
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Program Information
Information concerning a particular program, authorization, operating agreement, or academic arrangement may be confirmed through official University channels, subject to applicable confidentiality and disclosure requirements.
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Current Availability
For current availability and enrollment information, prospective students should rely on official University communications and admissions channels.
ACADEMIC TRANSPARENCY
Explore what is presented.
Confirm what applies.
THE A.U. is committed to presenting academic information clearly while recognizing that its public website is one component of a broader institutional, academic, and admissions framework.
Prospective students should review current program information and use official University channels when confirming availability, authorization, or enrollment details for a particular academic offering.
YOUR NEXT ACADEMIC STEP
Explore. Understand.
Move forward.
Discover the academic opportunities presented by THE A.U., then connect with official University channels for current program and enrollment information.
THE A.U. • ACADEMIC GOVERNANCE • AUTHORIZED OPERATIONS • WASHINGTON, D.C.
