Business Administration, Management and Operations at American Public University System
Master's Degree
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How American Public University System graduates compare to all programs nationally
Earnings Over Time
How earnings evolve from 1 year to 4 years after graduation
| School | 1 Year | 4 Years | Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| American Public University System | $74,658 | $79,328 | +6% |
| Stanford University | $193,776 | $242,791 | +25% |
| West Virginia University | $71,286 | $78,022 | +9% |
| Strayer University-West Virginia | $64,745 | $65,830 | +2% |
| Salem University | $56,486 | $50,385 | -11% |
Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia
Business Administration, Management and Operations masters's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (8 total in state)
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| School | In-State Tuition | Earnings (1yr) | Earnings (4yr) | Median Debt | Debt/Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 American Public University SystemCharles Town | $8,400 | $74,658 | $79,328 | — | — |
 West Virginia UniversityMorgantown | $9,648 | $71,286 | $78,022 | — | — |
 Strayer University-West VirginiaScott Depot | $13,920 | $64,745 | $65,830 | — | — |
 Shepherd UniversityShepherdstown | $8,642 | $62,820 | — | — | — |
 Fairmont State UniversityFairmont | $8,454 | $57,051 | — | — | — |
 Salem UniversitySalem | $10,750 | $56,486 | $50,385 | — | — |
| National Median | — | $72,789 | — | — | — |
Career Paths
Occupations commonly associated with business administration, management and operations graduates
Computer and Information Systems Managers
Architectural and Engineering Managers
Biofuels/Biodiesel Technology and Product Development Managers
Financial Managers
Treasurers and Controllers
Investment Fund Managers
Natural Sciences Managers
Clinical Research Coordinators
Water Resource Specialists
Compensation and Benefits Managers
Human Resources Managers
Sales Managers
About This Data
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (October 2025 release)
Population: Graduates who received federal financial aid (Title IV grants or loans). At American Public University System, approximately 25% of students receive Pell grants. Students who did not receive federal aid are not included in these figures.
Earnings: Median earnings from IRS W-2 data for graduates who are employed and not enrolled in further education, measured 1 year after completion. Earnings are pre-tax and include wages, salaries, and self-employment income.
Debt: Median cumulative federal loan debt at graduation. Does not include private loans or Parent PLUS loans borrowed on behalf of students.