American Public Education
APEI
Market cap $572M

31.72 USD

+0.73

2.36%

At close Jul 11, 4:00 PM EDT

After hours

31.88

+0.16

0.50%

1 day

2.36%

5 days

5.28%

1 month

16.28%

3 months

34.92%

6 months

60.36%

Year to date

49.62%

1 year

77.21%

5 years

10.72%

10 years

18.49%

About: American Public Education Inc provides online and campus based postsecondary education including various undergraduate and graduate degree programs. The fields of study include business administration, health science, technology, criminal justice, education, liberal arts, national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security. There are three reporting segments: the American Public University segment which is the key revenue generator; the Rasmussen University Segment and the Hondros College of Nursing segment. The revenue is generated from net course registrations and enrollment, tuition rate, net tuition, and other fees.

Employees: 6,117

Consumer Staples Education & Training Services

0

Funds holding %

of 7,312 funds

0

Analysts bullish %

of 4 analysts

Fund manager confidence

Based on 2025 Q1 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)

100% more first-time investments, than exits

New positions opened: 14 | Existing positions closed: 7

6% more capital invested

Capital invested by funds: $369M [Q4 2024] → $391M (+$22.2M) [Q1 2025]

6% more funds holding

Funds holding: 109 [Q4 2024] → 115 (+6) [Q1 2025]

8% more repeat investments, than reductions

Existing positions increased: 41 | Existing positions reduced: 38

0.78% more ownership

Funds ownership: 96.91% [Q4 2024] → 97.69% (+0.78%) [Q1 2025]

0% more funds holding in top 10

Funds holding in top 10: 4 [Q4 2024] → 4 (+0) [Q1 2025]

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Research analyst outlook

4 Wall Street Analysts provided 1 year price targets over the past 3 months

Low target

$30

5%

downside

Avg. target

$33

5%

upside

High target

$36

13%

upside

4 analyst ratings

3 positive

75%

1 neutral

25%

0 negative

0%

Northland Capital Markets Luke Horton	13%upside $36	Outperform Initiated	18 Jun 2025
Truist Securities Jasper Bibb	5%downside $30	Hold Maintained	14 May 2025
Barrington Research Alexander Paris	1%upside $32	Outperform Maintained	13 May 2025
Lake Street Eric Martinuzzi	10%upside $35	Buy Maintained	13 May 2025

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Financial journalist opinion

Based on 8 articles about APEI published over the past 30 days

Zacks Investment Research

Are Consumer Discretionary Stocks Lagging American Public Education (APEI) This Year?

Here is how American Public Education (APEI) and Legacy Education Inc. (LGCY) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Are Consumer Discretionary Stocks Lagging American Public Education (APEI) This Year?

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Why American Public Education (APEI) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term

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Why American Public Education (APEI) is a Top Value Stock for the Long-Term

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Here's Why American Public Education (APEI) is a Strong Momentum Stock

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Here's Why American Public Education (APEI) is a Strong Momentum Stock

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Despite Fast-paced Momentum, American Public Education (APEI) Is Still a Bargain Stock

American Public Education (APEI) made it through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen and could be a great choice for investors looking for stocks that have gained strong momentum recently but are still trading at reasonable prices.

Despite Fast-paced Momentum, American Public Education (APEI) Is Still a Bargain Stock

APUS Honors Top Scholars

Second Quarter 2025 President's List Recognizes High-Achieving Students CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS), which includes American Military University (AMU) and American Public University (APU), proudly recognizes students' exceptional academic achievements with its President's List for the second quarter of 2025.

APUS Honors Top Scholars

American Public Education, Inc. Completes Full Redemption of its Series A Senior Preferred Stock and Provides Other Capital Structure Updates

CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI), is a leading provider of online and campus-based postsecondary education and career learning to over 125,000 students through four subsidiary institutions.

American Public Education, Inc. Completes Full Redemption of its Series A Senior Preferred Stock and Provides Other Capital Structure Updates

Zacks Investment Research

Is American Public Education (APEI) Stock Undervalued Right Now?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Is American Public Education (APEI) Stock Undervalued Right Now?

Zacks Investment Research

APEI or LOPE: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors looking for stocks in the Schools sector might want to consider either American Public Education (APEI) or Grand Canyon Education (LOPE). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?

APEI or LOPE: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

APUS Earns Great Place to Work® Certification

Rising Levels of Employee Engagement and Satisfaction Tell a Compelling Story: The University's Workplace Culture Isn't Just Strong, it's Flourishing CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public University System (APUS) has been officially certified as a Great Place to Work® , a recognition earned through highly positive employee satisfaction.

APUS Earns Great Place to Work® Certification

Zacks Investment Research

APEI vs. LOPE: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors interested in stocks from the Schools sector have probably already heard of American Public Education (APEI) and Grand Canyon Education (LOPE). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

APEI vs. LOPE: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

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