C+
Above Average
Score: 56/100

American Public University System

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Charles Town, West Virginia 25414
🌐 https://www.apus.edu/
Outcomes
B+
75/100
Affordability
C+
63/100
Resources
C
52/100
Experience
D
36/100
Prestige
C
46/100

Quick Stats

50,187
Total Enrollment
53%
Graduation Rate
94%
Retention Rate
25.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The American Public University System Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $417,006
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,910/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 25438 (4.9% cap, Ranson)

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🏆 Where American Public University System Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Computer Support Specialist
of 50 schools
#5
Intelligence, General
of 10 schools
#5
Homeland Security
of 22 schools
#7
Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management
of 24 schools
#17
General Studies
of 100 schools
#20
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
of 67 schools
#30
Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $8,400 $8,400

Financial Aid

97%
Receive Any Aid
72%
Receive Pell Grants
40%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Business Administration and Management, General 3,017 grads/yr General Studies 1,515 grads/yr Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other 928 grads/yr Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management 816 grads/yr Criminal Justice/Safety Studies 712 grads/yr Intelligence, General 681 grads/yr Computer and Information Systems Security/Auditing/Information Assurance 613 grads/yr Business/Commerce, General 586 grads/yr Homeland Security 514 grads/yr Exercise Science and Kinesiology 386 grads/yr Research and Experimental Psychology, Other 359 grads/yr Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management 343 grads/yr Environmental Science 301 grads/yr Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General 258 grads/yr International/Globalization Studies 228 grads/yr Computer Support Specialist 228 grads/yr Information Technology 225 grads/yr History, General 220 grads/yr Sport and Fitness Administration/Management 197 grads/yr Public Health, General 188 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from American Public University System's top programs commonly pursue.

Chief executives
$206k/yr 309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr 20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr 221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr 619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr 1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr 46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr 241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr 271,200 jobs

Student Demographics

50,187
Total Students
36%
Women
22%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 47%
Hispanic 18%
Black 17%
Asian 4%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Fully Online 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 22%
25-64 (Adult) 78%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at American Public University System?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend American Public University System?
Tuition at American Public University System is $8,400 for in-state students and $8,400 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at American Public University System?
The graduation rate at American Public University System is 53%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is American Public University System a good school?
American Public University System has a Repit College Score of 56/100 (Grade: C+). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C+): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (C): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend American Public University System?
American Public University System has a total enrollment of 50,187 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology