Law Enforcement & Firefighting at American Public University System
What traits are you looking for in a school for Law Enforcement & Firefighting, you may want to check out the program at American Public University System. The following information will help you decide if it is a good fit for you.
American Public University System is located in Charles Town, WV.
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Online Class Availability at American Public University System
American Public University System operates as a distance-education institution, so Law Enforcement & Firefighting coursework can be completed remotely.
Law Enforcement & Firefighting Rankings at American Public University System
Use these rankings to compare American Public University System’s Law Enforcement & Firefighting program against peer institutions.
Master’s-Level Rankings
| Ranking | Scope | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Best Schools (Quality) | West Virginia | #4 of 16 |
| Best Value | West Virginia | #6 of 16 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Southeast (Region) | #56 of 358 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #119 of 362 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #399 of 1,294 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #455 of 1,301 |
Earnings for Law Enforcement & Firefighting Graduates from American Public University System
Students who complete American Public University System’s Law Enforcement & Firefighting program report the following median earnings (per the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard):
| Years After Graduation | Median Earnings |
|---|---|
| 1 year | $54,477 |
| 2 years | $55,788 |
| 3 years | $57,944 |
| 4 years | $62,435 |
| 5 years | $73,735 |
How do these earnings stack up against the rest of the school? At the four-year mark, Law Enforcement & Firefighting graduates from American Public University System report median earnings of $62,435, compared with $59,701 for all American Public University System graduates — about 5% higher than the school-wide median.
Median Debt at Graduation
The median debt for Law Enforcement & Firefighting graduates from American Public University System stands at $22,172.
Best-Paid Careers for Law Enforcement & Firefighting Graduates
Graduates of the Law Enforcement & Firefighting program at American Public University System go on to a range of careers. Here are the best-paid careers for Law Enforcement & Firefighting graduates, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Wind Energy Development Managers | $169,952 |
| Loss Prevention Managers | $165,723 |
| Information Security Engineers | $142,543 |
| Computer Systems Engineers/Architects | $140,795 |
| Information Technology Project Managers | $124,655 |
| Wind Energy Operations Managers | $122,567 |
| Environmental Compliance Inspectors | $119,630 |
| Compliance Managers | $117,178 |
| Brownfield Redevelopment Specialists and Site Managers | $99,321 |
| Managers, All Other | $95,684 |
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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