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American Public Education

28.88 USD
-0.08
0.28%
At close Jul 30, 4:00 PM EDT
After hours
28.88
+0.00
0.00%
1 day
-0.28%
5 days
-2.92%
1 month
-5.19%
3 months
22.89%
6 months
31.63%
Year to date
36.23%
1 year
46.23%
5 years
-2.66%
10 years
14.02%
 

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

0
Funds holding %
of 7,323 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]

Research analyst outlook

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

Low target
$30
4%
upside
Avg. target
$33
15%
upside
High target
$36
25%
upside

4 analyst ratings

positive
75%
neutral
25%
negative
0%
Northland Capital Markets
Luke Horton
25%upside
$36
Outperform
Initiated
18 Jun 2025
Truist Securities
Jasper Bibb
4%upside
$30
Hold
Maintained
14 May 2025
Barrington Research
Alexander Paris
11%upside
$32
Outperform
Maintained
13 May 2025
Lake Street
Eric Martinuzzi
21%upside
$35
Buy
Maintained
13 May 2025

Financial journalist opinion

Based on 14 articles about APEI published over the past 30 days

Positive
Zacks Investment Research
15 hours ago
APEI or LINC: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Investors interested in Schools stocks are likely familiar with American Public Education (APEI) and Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (LINC). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
APEI or LINC: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
Neutral
PRNewsWire
2 days ago
American Public Education, Inc. Schedules Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Call Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5:00pm ET
CHARLES TOWN, W.Va. , July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI), a leading education services provider that offers respected, innovative and affordable educational programs and services through its wholly owned subsidiaries will hold a conference call on Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5:00 PM Eastern Time to discuss its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025.
American Public Education, Inc. Schedules Second Quarter 2025 Earnings Call Wednesday, August 6, 2025 at 5:00pm ET
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
5 days ago
Is American Public Education (APEI) Stock Outpacing Its Consumer Discretionary Peers This Year?
Here is how American Public Education (APEI) and Hasbro (HAS) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
Is American Public Education (APEI) Stock Outpacing Its Consumer Discretionary Peers This Year?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Here's Why American Public Education (APEI) is a Strong Value Stock
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Here's Why American Public Education (APEI) is a Strong Value Stock
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Why Fast-paced Mover American Public Education (APEI) Is a Great Choice for Value Investors
If you are looking for stocks that have gained strong momentum recently but are still trading at reasonable prices, American Public Education (APEI) could be a great choice. It is one of the several stocks that passed through our 'Fast-Paced Momentum at a Bargain' screen.
Why Fast-paced Mover American Public Education (APEI) Is a Great Choice for Value Investors
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
1 week ago
Are Investors Undervaluing American Public Education (APEI) 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.
Are Investors Undervaluing American Public Education (APEI) Right Now?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
Best Value Stocks to Buy for July 15th
HG, APEI and UVSP made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) value stocks list on July 15, 2025.
Best Value Stocks to Buy for July 15th
Neutral
Zacks Investment Research
2 weeks ago
APEI vs. LINC: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Investors looking for stocks in the Schools sector might want to consider either American Public Education (APEI) or Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (LINC). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?
APEI vs. LINC: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
Negative
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
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?
Positive
Zacks Investment Research
3 weeks ago
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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