/APEI
APEI Stock - American Public Education, Inc.
Consumer Defensive|Education & Training ServicesNASDAQ
$38.37-0.10%
$0.04 (-0.10%) • Dec 19
64
GoAI Score
GoAI Score
Weighted average: Momentum (25%) + Sentiment (35%) + Risk (20%) + Value (20%). ≥70 = BUY, ≤35 = SELL.HOLD
Medium Confidence
Momentum
Momentum Score
Based on price vs 50-day MA (40%), 200-day MA (40%), and MA crossover (20%). Higher = stronger uptrend.94
Sentiment
Sentiment Score
Based on analyst price target upside. 50 = neutral, 100 = very bullish (25%+ upside expected).57
Risk Score
Risk Score
Based on stock beta (volatility). Higher score = lower risk. Red (<40) = high volatility, Green (>60) = stable.51
Price Target
Price Target
Average analyst price target from the last quarter. Shows expected upside/downside from current price.+3.6%upside
Target: $39.75
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ENTRY ZONE$37.99 – $38.75
TARGET (TP)$39.75
STOP LOSS$35.30
RISK/REWARD1:0.4
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Price Chart
Financial Statements
Revenue & Profitability Trend
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Revenue
Net Income (Profit)
Net Loss
Key Metrics
Market CapN/A
P/E RatioN/A
Beta1.71
52W High$39.83
52W Low$18.77
Avg VolumeN/A
Income Statement (Fiscal Year)
| Metric | FY2024 | FY2023 | FY2022 | FY2021 | FY2020 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue | $624.56M | $600.54M | $606.33M | $418.80M | $321.79M |
| Gross Profit | $328.86M | $307.68M | $317.86M | $246.18M | $199.62M |
| Gross Margin | 52.7% | 51.2% | 52.4% | 58.8% | 62.0% |
| Operating Income | $33.07M | $-48,306,000 | $-137,348,000 | $30.37M | $24.76M |
| Net Income | $16.11M | $-47,286,000 | $-114,993,000 | $17.75M | $18.82M |
| Net Margin | 2.6% | -7.9% | -19.0% | 4.2% | 5.8% |
| EPS | $0.57 | $-2.94 | $-6.10 | $0.98 | $1.27 |
Company Overview
American Public Education, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides online and campus-based postsecondary education. The company operates through three segments: American Public University System, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. It offers 130 degree programs and 111 certificate programs in various fields of study, including business administration, health science, technology, criminal justice, education, and liberal arts, as well as national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security. The company also provides nursing-and health sciences-focused postsecondary education, diploma in practical nursing, an associate degree in nursing, and an associate degree in medical laboratory technology. American Public Education, Inc. was incorporated in 1991 and is headquartered in Charles Town, West Virginia.
Visit WebsiteRating Distribution
Strong Buy
0%
Buy / Outperform
5
83%
Hold / Neutral
1
17%
Sell / Underperform
0%
Analyst Consensus🟢 Bullish
5 Bullish1 Neutral/Bearish
Price Targets
$28
Average Target
↓ 27.0% Downside
Now
$6
Low
$28
Average
$40
High
Based on 5 analysts
Recent Analyst Actions
| Date | Firm | Action | Rating | Price Target |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 9th 2025 | DA Davidson | Initiation | Buy | $40 |
| June 18th 2025 | Northland Capital | Initiation | Outperform | $36 |
| April 25th 2025 | Lake Street | Initiation | Buy | $30 |
| March 28th 2025 | B. Riley Securities | Resumed | Buy | $28 |
| March 7th 2025 | William Blair | Upgrade | Outperform | - |
| May 26th 2023 | Truist | Initiation | Hold | $6 |
Earnings History & Surprises
APEIBeat Rate
78%
Last 18 quarters
Avg Surprise
+100.2%
EPS vs Estimate
Beats / Misses
14/4
Last 12 quarters
Latest EPS
$0.30
Q4 2025
EPS Surprise History
Q1 24
+357.1%
$0.64vs$0.14
Q2 24
+68.4%
$-0.06vs$-0.19
Q3 24
+698.8%
$0.01vs$-0.00
Q4 24
+48.1%
$0.04vs$0.03
Q1 25
+16.7%
$0.63vs$0.54
Q2 25
+173.3%
$0.41vs$0.15
Q3 25
+71.4%
$-0.02vs$-0.07
Q4 25
+433.3%
$0.30vs$-0.09
Beat Estimate
Missed Estimate
Quarterly EPS Details
| Period | Report Date | Estimated EPS | Actual EPS | Surprise | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Q2 2026 | May 11, 2026 | — | — | — | — |
Q1 2026 | Mar 5, 2026 | $0.39 | — | — | — |
Q4 2025 | Nov 10, 2025 | $-0.09 | $0.30 | +433.3% | ✓ BEAT |
Q3 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 | $-0.07 | $-0.02 | +71.4% | ✓ BEAT |
Q2 2025 | May 12, 2025 | $0.15 | $0.41 | +173.3% | ✓ BEAT |
Q1 2025 | Mar 6, 2025 | $0.54 | $0.63 | +16.7% | ✓ BEAT |
Q4 2024 | Nov 12, 2024 | $0.03 | $0.04 | +48.1% | ✓ BEAT |
Q3 2024 | Aug 6, 2024 | $-0.00 | $0.01 | +698.8% | ✓ BEAT |
Q2 2024 | May 7, 2024 | $-0.19 | $-0.06 | +68.4% | ✓ BEAT |
Q1 2024 | Mar 5, 2024 | $0.14 | $0.64 | +357.1% | ✓ BEAT |
Q4 2023 | Nov 7, 2023 | $-0.25 | $0.02 | +108.0% | ✓ BEAT |
Q3 2023 | Aug 8, 2023 | $-0.31 | $-0.25 | +19.4% | ✓ BEAT |
Q2 2023 | May 9, 2023 | $-0.45 | $-0.38 | +15.6% | ✓ BEAT |
Q1 2023 | Mar 14, 2023 | $-0.18 | $-0.27 | -50.0% | ✗ MISS |
Q4 2022 | Nov 8, 2022 | $-0.25 | $-0.20 | +20.0% | ✓ BEAT |
Q3 2022 | Aug 9, 2022 | $0.06 | $-0.06 | -200.0% | ✗ MISS |
Q2 2022 | May 10, 2022 | $0.19 | $0.12 | -36.8% | ✗ MISS |
Q1 2022 | Mar 2, 2022 | $0.35 | $0.50 | +42.9% | ✓ BEAT |
Q4 2021 | Nov 8, 2021 | $-0.00 | $-0.01 | -183.3% | ✗ MISS |
Q3 2021 | Aug 9, 2021 | $0.01 | $0.03 | +200.0% | ✓ BEAT |
Latest News
Lake Street Maintains Buy on American Public Education, Raises Price Target to $40
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Nov 21, 2025, 07:44 PM
Truist Securities Maintains Hold on American Public Education, Raises Price Target to $38
➖ NeutralBenzinga•Nov 21, 2025, 06:05 PM
Truist Securities Maintains Hold on American Public Education, Raises Price Target to $35
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Nov 12, 2025, 06:10 PM
DA Davidson Maintains Buy on American Public Education, Raises Price Target to $41
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Nov 11, 2025, 06:58 PM
Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on American Public Education, Maintains $40 Price Target
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Nov 11, 2025, 06:28 PM
B. Riley Securities Maintains Buy on American Public Education, Raises Price Target to $40
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Nov 11, 2025, 05:56 PM
American Public Education Lowers FY2025 Sales Guidance from $650.000M-$660.000M to $640.000M-$644.000M vs $644.088M Est
📉 NegativeBenzinga•Nov 10, 2025, 09:45 PM
Update: American Public Education Sees Q4 GAAP EPS $0.32-$0.45 vs $0.63 Est; Sees Sales $150.000M-$153.500M vs $156.106M Est
📉 NegativeBenzinga•Nov 10, 2025, 09:44 PM
American Public Education Sees Q4 Sales $150.000M-$153.500M vs $156.106M Est
📉 NegativeBenzinga•Nov 10, 2025, 09:44 PM
American Public Education Q3 EPS $0.30 Beats $(0.09) Estimate, Sales $163.215M Beat $160.606M Estimate
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Nov 10, 2025, 09:34 PM
American Public Education Appoints Edward Codispoti As EVP And CFO, Succeeding Rick Sunderland
➖ NeutralBenzinga•Oct 20, 2025, 12:34 PM
American Public Education sees Q3 revenue above top end of prior guidance
📈 PositiveSeeking Alpha•Oct 14, 2025, 08:26 PM
American Public Education shares are trading lower after the company announced that it is unable to determine the full impact that the government may have on Q4 and FY25 operating results.
📉 NegativeBenzinga•Oct 14, 2025, 08:18 PM
American Public Education Expects Q3 2025 Revenue To Exceed Top-End Of Guidance; Unable To Determine Full Impact That Government Shutdown May Have On Q4 And FY25 Operating Results
➖ NeutralBenzinga•Oct 14, 2025, 08:07 PM
Northland Capital Markets Maintains Outperform on American Public Education, Raises Price Target to $46
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Sep 25, 2025, 03:07 PM
Barrington Research Maintains Outperform on American Public Education, Raises Price Target to $40
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Sep 23, 2025, 03:00 PM
DA Davidson Initiates Coverage On American Public Education with Buy Rating, Announces Price Target of $40
📈 PositiveBenzinga•Sep 9, 2025, 10:43 AM
Frequently Asked Questions about APEI
What is APEI's current stock price?
American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) is currently trading at $38.37 per share. The stock has moved -0.10% today.
What is the analyst price target for APEI?
The average analyst price target for APEI is $39.75, based on 1 analyst.
What sector is American Public Education, Inc. in?
American Public Education, Inc. operates in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically within the Education & Training Services industry. The company is traded on the NASDAQ exchange.
What is APEI's market cap?
American Public Education, Inc. has a market capitalization of $0.69 billion, making it a small-cap company.
Does APEI pay dividends?
No, American Public Education, Inc. does not currently pay a dividend to shareholders.
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