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On [DATE], American Public University System combined with Rasmussen University and Hondros College of Nursing to form a single higher education institution. American Public University System (System) now includes American Public University, American Military University, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. The System is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (APEI). We are continuing to update our website to reflect our new structure.

 
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Repeating a Failed Course

You can only retake a course in which you received an F. Repeating a failed course is mandatory only if it’s required for your degree or a prerequisite for a core or major requirement.

Repeating and passing a failed course will remove or replace your previous failed grade. The F will be replaced on your transcript by an R (for repeat) and the new passing grade, and your GPA will reflect the new grade.

You may only repeat a failed course one time. If you fail again, you will not be able to remove the F from your record. If it’s a course that’s required in your program, you may not be able to complete that program. Please contact an academic advisor for help in this situation.

Army Students

Repeating a failed course will not remove the F from your ArmyIgnitED GPA.

Federal Student Aid Students

If you repeat a failed course, the original failing grade will be used to calculate your Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP).