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American Public University System
- 111 W Congress St
- Charles Town, WV 25414
- OPEID College Code: 03819300
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- General Phone: (877) 468-6268
- President and Chief Executive: Wallace E. Boston
- Website: www.apus.edu
- Type: Private For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Continuous
- Highest Degree: Master's Degree
- Local Area: Town Fringe
- Student Enrollment: 14,769
Basic Information
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning Opportunities
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
- Mission Statement
- The American Public University System is an accredited, licensed, proprietary, distance learning higher education organization aligned in two member institutions: American Military University and American Public University. We serve the nation's military and public service communities by providing superior, relevant, and affordable distance learning programs which prepare them for service and leadership in a diverse, global society.
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
None Available
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.apus.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- College Credits Accepted
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- Open Admission Policy Accepts Any Student Who Applies
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 79%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2006-07
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 39% | 14% | - | - |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,909 | $2,724 | - | $438 |
Student Expenses for the Largest Program Offered
Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Administration
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | 2005-06 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| Tuition and Fees | $30,425 | $30,425 | $30,425 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $18,000 | $18,000 | $18,000 |
| Other Expenses | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| Off Campus | $49,425 | $49,425 | $49,425 |
| Off Campus with Family | $31,425 | $31,425 | $31,425 |
Largest Programs Offered
| Tuition, Fees, Expenses | Program Length | Average Completion | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement Administration | $30,425 | 121 Credit Hours | 46 Months |
| Military Technologies | $30,425 | 121 Credit Hours | 46 Months |
| Military Technologies | $11,875 | 36 Credit Hours | 18 Months |
| General Studies | $15,175 | 60 Credit Hours | 22 Months |
| Business Administration and Management | $30,175 | 120 Credit Hours | 46 Months |
| Business Administration and Management | $11,875 | 36 Credit Hours | 18 Months |
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Additional Information
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 14,769 Undergraduate: 10,862 Graduate: 3,907
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 11,059 Female: 3,710
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 8,040 Female: 2,822
- Graduate Gender Male: 3,019 Female: 888
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,316 Part-Time: 13,453
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 976 Part-Time: 9,886
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 340 Part-Time: 3,567
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 77 | 0.5% |
| American Indian | 125 | 0.8% |
| Black | 1,628 | 11% |
| Asian | 312 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 1,082 | 7% |
| White | 8,812 | 60% |
| Unknown | 2,733 | 19% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 11 | 0.07% |
| Ages 18-19 | 40 | 0.3% |
| Ages 20-21 | 552 | 4% |
| Ages 22-24 | 1,826 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 4,039 | 27% |
| Ages 30-34 | 2,996 | 20% |
| Ages 35-39 | 2,661 | 18% |
| Ages 40-49 | 2,221 | 15% |
| Ages 50-65 | 400 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 10 | 0.07% |
| Age Uknown | 13 | 0.09% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 859 | 384 | 475 |
| Faculty Status | 574 | 99 | 475 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 567 | 99 | 468 |
| Primarily Instruction | 567 | 99 | 468 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 101 | 94 | 7 |
| Other Professionals | 182 | 182 | - |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 9 | 9 | - |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 6 | 6 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 3 | 3 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $51,372 (99) | $53,566 (62) | $47,696 (37) |
| Professor | $61,135 (23) | $62,186 (18) | $57,352 (5) |
| Associate Professor | $50,537 (17) | $51,430 (10) | $49,261 (7) |
| Assistant Professor | $52,403 (17) | $53,406 (9) | $51,275 (8) |
| Instructor | $45,947 (42) | $48,272 (25) | $42,527 (17) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $42,033 (99) | $43,828 (62) | $39,025 (37) |
| Professor | $50,021 (23) | $50,881 (18) | $46,925 (5) |
| Associate Professor | $41,349 (17) | $42,080 (10) | $40,305 (7) |
| Assistant Professor | $42,876 (17) | $43,696 (9) | $41,953 (8) |
| Instructor | $37,594 (42) | $39,496 (25) | $34,796 (17) |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 91%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 96%
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2007-2008
