Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $8,400 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $8,400 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $16,358 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $9,104 | State avg: $10,497. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 24.67% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 13.29% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does American Public University System Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$8,400
Books and supplies
$0
Fees and remainder
$7,958
Sticker price
$16,358
Average net price
$9,104
Average aid coverage
44%
$7,254 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at American Public University System pays approximately $9,104 per year after grants and aid. This is below the West Virginia average of $10,497 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is American Public University System?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to West Virginia and national averages.
American Public University System net price
$9,104
West Virginia average
$10,497
National average
$17,506
American Public University System Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $8,400 and average net price at $9,104. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$8,400
Current net price
$9,104
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
53.23%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$44,409
Undergraduates
38,976
10-Year Median Earnings - American Public University System vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
American Public University System graduates earn about 1.0x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends American Public University System?
Undergraduates
38,976
Completion rate
53.23%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
24.67%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
13.29%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 24.67% of American Public University System students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 13.29% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at American Public University System
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use American Public University System's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
American Public University System lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
American Public University System is listed at 111 W Congress St, Charles Town, WV 25414. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare American Public University System with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| American Public University System | Not available | $8,400 | $9,104 | $44,409 |
| West Virginia University Hospital Departments of Rad Tech and Nutrition | Not available | Not available | Not available | $69,666 |
| Wheeling University | 75.18% | $29,475 | $19,040 | $57,949 |
| Potomac State College of West Virginia University | Not available | $12,624 | $7,403 | $55,939 |
| West Virginia University | 86.26% | $27,360 | $12,997 | $55,939 |
Similar Schools in Charles Town
This local cluster focuses on nearby Charles Town schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Charles Town.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is American Public University System's acceptance rate not listed?
Acceptance rate data is not reported for American Public University System in the federal field used by this dataset. That usually means the value should be verified directly with the school before comparing admissions selectivity.
How much is American Public University System tuition?
American Public University System's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $8,400.
What is American Public University System's average net price?
American Public University System's average net price in the local dataset is $9,104.
What does American Public University System cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $9,011 for American Public University System students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is American Public University System's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $44,409 for American Public University System.
Is American Public University System accredited?
American Public University System's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend American Public University System?
The local dataset lists 38,976 undergraduate students at American Public University System.
What percentage of American Public University System students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for American Public University System in the local dataset is 24.67%.
What is the federal loan rate at American Public University System?
The federal loan rate for American Public University System in the local dataset is 13.29%.
Where should I verify American Public University System data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with American Public University System or the latest official federal education data.