American Public Education, Inc.
APEI
Rank in Stocks
#10296
American Public Education, Inc. (APEI), along with its affiliated entities,... American Public Education, Inc. (APEI), along with its affiliated entities, delivers higher learning opportunities accessible both online and at physical campuses. The organization operates through three principal divisions: the American Public University System, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing. APEI provides an extensive array of academic pathways, offering 130 degree programs and 111 certificate qualifications across diverse fields of study. These include business administration, health sciences, technology, criminal justice, education, and the liberal arts, in addition to specialized areas like national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security. Furthermore, the company places a significant emphasis on healthcare education, featuring a practical nursing diploma, an associate's degree in nursing, and an associate's degree in medical laboratory technology. Established in 1991, American Public Education, Inc. maintains its corporate headquarters in Charles Town, West Virginia.
Share Price
$39.09
Last synced: 2026-11-09
Market Cap
$715.41M
Change (1 day)
4.86%
Change (1 year)
12.98%
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Operating Margin for American Public Education, Inc. (APEI)
Operating Margin as of November 2026 TTM: 9.59%
According to American Public Education, Inc.'s latest financial reports, its current operating margin (TTM) is 9.59%. At the end of 2025 the company had an operating margin of 8.30%.
Operating Margin history for American Public Education, Inc. from 2003 to 2026
Operating Margin at the end of each year
| Year | Operating Margin | Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 (TTM) | 9.59% | 15.54% |
| 2025 | 8.30% | 56.90% |
| 2024 | 5.29% | -165.80% |
| 2023 | -8.04% | -64.50% |
| 2022 | -22.65% | -412.41% |
| 2021 | 7.25% | -5.72% |
| 2020 | 7.69% | -22.87% |
| 2019 | 9.97% | -11.14% |
| 2018 | 11.22% | -3.69% |
| 2017 | 11.65% | -4.66% |
| 2016 | 12.22% | -23.34% |
| 2015 | 15.94% | -15.26% |
| 2014 | 18.81% | -8.11% |
| 2013 | 20.47% | -6.74% |
| 2012 | 21.95% | -9.07% |
| 2011 | 24.14% | -4.36% |
| 2010 | 25.24% | -5.68% |
| 2009 | 26.76% | 11.64% |
| 2008 | 23.97% | 12.75% |
| 2007 | 21.26% | 189.65% |
| 2006 | 7.34% | -6.97% |
| 2005 | 7.89% | -92.11% |
| 2004 | 100.00% | 860.61% |
| 2003 | 10.41% | 0.00% |
Operating Margin for similar companies or competitors
| Company | Operating Margin | Operating Margin Difference | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11.76% | -98.77% |
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| 16.19% | -98.31% |
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| 5.99% | -99.38% |
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| 25.82% | -97.31% |
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| 19.76% | -97.94% |
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What is a company's Operating Margin?
The operating margin is a key indicator to assess the profitability of a company. Higher operating margins are generaly better as they show that a company is able to sell its products or services for much more than their production costs. The operating margin is calculated by dividing a company's earnings by its revenue.
Questions about American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin
What is American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin?
American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin is 9.59%, as of Nov 2026.
What was American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin in 2025?
In 2025, American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin was 8.30%, compared with 5.29% in 2024.
How has American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin changed since 2020?
From 2020 to 2025, American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin was highest in 2025 (8.30%) and lowest in 2022 (-22.65%).
How does American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin compare with similar companies?
American Public Education, Inc.'s operating margin (9.59%) is higher than that of 1 of the 5 similar companies listed above. The highest among them is Laureate Education, Inc., with 25.82%.