Median Earnings (1yr)
$52,022
55th percentile
Sample Size
30
Adequate data

Earnings Distribution

How American Public University System graduates compare to all programs nationally

American Public University System graduates earn $52k, placing them in the 55th percentile of all non-professional general legal studies (undergraduate) masters programs nationally.

Compare to Similar Programs in West Virginia

Non-Professional General Legal Studies (Undergraduate) masters's programs at peer institutions in West Virginia (2 total in state)

SchoolEarnings (1yr)Earnings (4yr)Median DebtDebt/Earnings
American Public University System$52,022$59,402
National Median$49,886

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.