Registered Nursing at American Public University System
If you are interested in studying Registered Nursing, you may want to check out the program at American Public University System. Get started with the following essential facts.
American Public University System is in Charles Town, WV.
For the most recent IPEDS reporting year, 133 registered nursing graduations were recorded at American Public University System.
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Studying Online at American Public University System
American Public University System operates as a distance-education institution, so Registered Nursing coursework can be completed remotely.
Registered Nursing Rankings at American Public University System
These rankings give you a sense of how American Public University System’s Registered Nursing program against other schools offering the same major.
Bachelor’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) | #209 of 498 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #212 of 524 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #597 of 1,843 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #990 of 1,861 |
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) | #209 of 498 |
| Best Value | Southeast (Region) | #212 of 524 |
| Best Value | Nationwide | #597 of 1,843 |
| Best Schools (Quality) | Nationwide | #990 of 1,861 |
Student Demographics & Diversity
Take a look at the student demographics for Registered Nursing graduates at American Public University System, broken down by degree level.
Program-wide, Registered Nursing graduates at American Public University System are 84% women (112) and 16% men (21).
Registered Nursing Bachelor’s Program at American Public University System
Of the 105 bachelor’s registered nursing degrees awarded at American Public University System, 87% were women (91) and 13% were men (14).
The following table and chart show the race/ethnicity of Registered 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 |
Minority students account for 31% of Registered Nursing bachelor’s degree recipients at American Public University System, lower than the national average of 43%.*
Registered Nursing Master’s Program at American Public University System
Among the 28 master’s registered 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 Registered 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 Registered Nursing master’s degree recipients at American Public University System, higher than the national average of 39%.*
*The racial-ethnic minorities figure is the total number of graduates minus White, international (nonresident), and unknown-race graduates.
Best-Paid Careers for Registered Nursing Graduates
Students who finish Registered Nursing program at American Public University System pursue many career paths. Below are the highest-paying careers for Registered Nursing majors, ordered by median annual salary:
| Occupation | Nationwide Median Wage |
|---|---|
| Advanced Practice Psychiatric Nurses | $143,854 |
| Registered Nurses | $105,741 |
| Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary | $69,718 |
| Critical Care Nurses | $65,103 |
| Acute Care Nurses | $56,247 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialists | $52,889 |
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.