Median Earnings (1yr)
$50,920
44th percentile
Sample Size
23
Limited data

Earnings Distribution

How American Public University System graduates compare to all programs nationally

American Public University System graduates earn $51k, placing them in the 44th percentile of all liberal arts and sciences, general studies and humanities masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities masters's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (3 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
American Public University System$50,920
National Median$52,955

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.