American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)

APEI's stock has performed strongly, gaining 15.6% in the past month and reaching a 52-week high. It has consistently beaten earnings estimates. Analysts have issued positive ratings and price target increases. However, S&P Global Ratings downgraded APEI due to weak enrollment trends and increased leverage. APEI reported a 7% year-over-year increase in consolidated revenue and a significant increase in net income for Q3 2025.

APEI targets adult learners, military personnel, and veterans, focusing on high-demand fields like healthcare and IT. Demand is consistent throughout the year, driven by workforce needs and individuals seeking to upskill or reskill, rather than being subject to traditional academic calendar fluctuations.

American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) is an education services company providing online and campus-based postsecondary education. It operates through subsidiaries like American Public University System (APUS), Rasmussen University (RU), and Hondros College of Nursing (HCN), offering degree and certificate programs. APEI generates revenue from course registrations, enrollment, tuition, and fees.

APEI is headquartered in Charles Town, West Virginia. APUS delivers online education globally. Rasmussen University has 20 campuses across six U.S. states and offers online programs. Hondros College of Nursing has eight campuses, with six in Ohio, one in Indiana, and one in Michigan.

APEI has promoted educational innovation, student engagement, community support, and program expansion. APUS has been noted for reimagining higher education to prepare future leaders and offers new courses with MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Lab (CSAIL)-powered content on AI. APUS student-run organizations have flourished with significant growth in engagement and the creation of new groups in 2025. The institution also celebrates top scholars for outstanding academic achievement. APUS honors veterans through its Wreaths Across America Partnership. Rasmussen University launched a Radiologic Technology Program at its Central Pasco Campus in November 2025. Hondros College of Nursing has also expanded its offerings and campus presence. However, a credit rating downgrade by S&P Global Ratings due to weak enrollment trends and increased leverage poses a challenge to the company's brand perception.

American Public Education, Inc. has 357 institutional owners and shareholders holding 21,797,928 shares. Major institutional owners include BlackRock, Inc., 325 Capital Llc, and Vanguard Group Inc. Michael David Braner owns the most shares among individual investors.