Education at American Public University System
If you plan to study Education, take a look at what American Public University System. Get started with the following essential facts.
American Public University System sits in Charles Town, WV.
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Online Class Availability at American Public University System
American Public University System is a fully online institution, so Education coursework can be completed remotely.
Education Rankings at American Public University System
Rankings can help you compare American Public University System’s Education program to other colleges that offer this major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Value | West Virginia | #6 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #13 of 16 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #134 of 390 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #336 of 389 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #480 of 1,591 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1477 of 1,611 |
Earnings for Education Graduates from American Public University System
Those who finish American Public University System’s Education program earn the following amounts (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $45,538 |
| 2 years | $47,004 |
| 3 years | $49,088 |
| 4 years | $56,170 |
| 5 years | $58,326 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? Four years after graduating, Education graduates from American Public University System report median earnings of $56,170, compared with $59,701 for all American Public University System graduates — about 6% lower than the school-wide median.
Best-Paid Careers for Education Graduates
Those who complete Education program at American Public University System pursue many career paths. Below are the top-paying careers for Education majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary | $129,049 |
| Family and Consumer Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary | $99,604 |
| Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education | $99,352 |
| Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $98,329 |
| Teaching Assistants, Special Education | $96,801 |
| Education Administrators, All Other | $91,340 |
| Teaching Assistants, Preschool, Elementary, Middle, and Secondary School, Except Special Education | $89,337 |
| Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary | $86,398 |
| Special Education Teachers, All Other | $86,208 |
| Teachers and Instructors, All Other | $83,682 |
References
- IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
- U.S. Department of Education — College Scorecard
- O*NET Online (Bureau of Labor Statistics)
- National Center for Education Statistics
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