Mission Statement

The Academic Programs Division of Graduate School USA offers courses, certificates, and degree programs designed to help working adults develop essential competencies for careers in the government, as well as in private business and not-for-profit organizations. Personal development, social responsibility, ethical behavior, and leadership are areas of emphasis.

Knowledgeable instructors effectively integrate state-of-the-art-technologies with challenging coursework and consistently assess outcomes to improve the learning experience. Students enhance their competitiveness by engaging in active learning in the unique setting of the nation’s capital.

APD Departments

APD is composed of three academic departments. Management offers an associate degree and related certificates in Accounting. Health Sciences offers associate degrees in Medical Assistant (MA) and Medical Laboratory Technician (MLT), along with certificate programs. The Department of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences offers general education courses that are part of degree programs.