Nursing at American Public University System
If you plan to study Nursing, take a look at what American Public University System. We’ve gathered the following information to help you decide.
American Public University System sits in Charles Town, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 133 nursing degrees were awarded at American Public University System.
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Studying Online at American Public University System
American Public University System delivers its programs entirely online, so Nursing coursework can be completed remotely.
Nursing Rankings at American Public University System
These rankings give you a sense of how American Public University System’s Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #3 of 25 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #9 of 25 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #212 of 506 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #213 of 529 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #599 of 1,878 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #1023 of 1,918 |
Earnings for Nursing Graduates from American Public University System
Graduates of American Public University System’s Nursing program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $74,655 |
| 2 years | $63,005 |
| 4 years | $64,275 |
| 5 years | $82,848 |
Is this above or below average for the school? Four years after graduating, Nursing graduates from American Public University System take home a median $64,275, compared with $59,701 for all American Public University System graduates — about 8% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
Median student loan debt for Nursing graduates from American Public University System comes in at $28,384.
Student Demographics & Diversity
Below you’ll find the composition of Nursing graduates at American Public University System, by degree type.
Across all degree levels, Nursing graduates at American Public University System are 84% women (112) and 16% men (21).
Nursing Bachelor’s Program at American Public University System
Of the 105 bachelor’s nursing graduates at American Public University System, 87% were women (91) and 13% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 59 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 5 |
| Black / African American | 20 |
| Asian | 3 |
| American Indian / Alaska Native | 1 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Two or More Races | 3 |
| International (Nonresident) | 2 |
| Unknown | 11 |
Racial-ethnic minorities make up 31% of Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Nursing Master’s Program at American Public University System
Of the 28 master’s nursing graduates at American Public University System, 75% were women (21) and 25% were men (7).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Nursing master’s degree recipients at American Public University System.
| Race / Ethnicity | Number of Graduates |
|---|---|
| White | 13 |
| Hispanic / Latino | 4 |
| Black / African American | 3 |
| Asian | 4 |
| Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander | 1 |
| Unknown | 3 |
Minority students account for 43% of Nursing master’s degree recipients at American Public University System, above the national average of 40%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
More Specific Nursing Concentrations at American Public University System
This Nursing program at American Public University System breaks down into more specific concentrations:
| Concentration | Graduates |
|---|---|
| Registered Nursing | 133 |
Best-Paid Careers for Nursing Graduates
Those who complete Nursing program at American Public University System go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Nursing majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Nurse Practitioners | $147,651 |
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Medical and Health Services Managers | $129,557 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | $66,747 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
| Nurse Midwives | $36,174 |
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
More about our data sources and methodologies.