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American Public Education, Inc. is projected to rise to $63.93 by 2027, a +32% move from its current price of $48.51. APEI is currently trading below its 50-day average (a bearish sign). Technical indicators currently lean strong sell.
A data-driven summary — not financial advice. See the full breakdown below.
Live market data via Yahoo Finance · updated 8/1/2026
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 2 | $47.42 | $48.54 | $49.70 | +0.07% |
| Aug 3 | $46.99 | $48.58 | $50.22 | +0.14% |
| Aug 4 | $46.68 | $48.61 | $50.63 | +0.22% |
| Aug 5 | $46.42 | $48.65 | $50.99 | +0.29% |
| Aug 6 | $46.19 | $48.68 | $51.31 | +0.36% |
| Aug 7 | $46.00 | $48.72 | $51.61 | +0.43% |
| Aug 8 | $45.82 | $48.75 | $51.88 | +0.50% |
| Period | Min | Prediction | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Week 1 | $45.82 | $48.75 | $51.88 | +0.50% |
| Week 2 | $44.88 | $49.00 | $53.50 | +1.01% |
| Week 3 | $44.22 | $49.25 | $54.85 | +1.52% |
| Week 4 | $43.71 | $49.50 | $56.05 | +2.03% |
| Week 5 | $43.29 | $49.75 | $57.16 | +2.55% |
| Week 6 | $42.94 | $50.00 | $58.22 | +3.06% |
| Week 7 | $42.63 | $50.25 | $59.23 | +3.58% |
Short-term targets derived from the forecast trend and recent volatility. Highly uncertain — not financial advice.
American Public Education, Inc. provides online and campus-based postsecondary education services in the United States. It operates through three segments: American Public University System, Rasmussen University, and Hondros College of Nursing.
The company offers 181 degree programs, 110 certificate programs, and four diploma programs in fields including nursing, national security, military studies, intelligence, and homeland security, as well as traditional fields such as business, health science, information technology, justice studies, education, and liberal arts; and it provides pre-licensure nursing education services focusing on a diploma in practical nursing and associate degree in nursing, as well as a bachelor of science in nursing. The company was incorporated in 1991 and is headquartered in Charles Town, West Virginia.
American Public Education, Inc. is trading at $49.23 with a market cap of $903.05M and is ranked 2626. The stock sits within a 30-day range of $41.41 to $58.53, reflecting near-term volatility around a pivotal level.
The near-term setup aligns with a neutral to cautious stance, anchored by a current price near the lower end of historically observed activity. The multi-year forecast, however, points to a bullish longer-term trajectory, with the average price expected to rise notably through 2030 and beyond.
A major floor 18.2% below — a decisive break under it would weaken the trend.
Price is testing support right now (2.5% away) — a key level to hold.
The nearest ceiling, 22.3% above — a clean break opens room to run.
A major ceiling 31.4% above — clearing it would confirm fresh momentum.
Key APEI support and resistance from recent price action — levels where the trend has historically paused or reversed. Percentages are the distance from the current price.
A snapshot of APEI market posture derived from its technical indicators and recent volatility. Higher trend and alignment lean bullish; higher risk means larger swings.
Technical Analysis
Indicators computed on daily closing prices.
| Period | SMA | Action | EMA | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MA 5 | $49.76 | Sell | $49.39 | Sell |
| MA 10 | $49.01 | Sell | $49.91 | Sell |
| MA 20 | $52.46 | Sell | $51.12 | Sell |
| MA 50 | $52.60 | Sell | $52.46 | Sell |
| MA 100 | $54.37 | Sell | $51.60 | Sell |
| MA 200 | $46.57 | Buy | $47.15 | Buy |
| Name | Value | Action |
|---|---|---|
| RSI (14) | 40.59 | Neutral |
| Stoch RSI (14) | 25.81 | Neutral |
| CCI (20) | -64.64 | Neutral |
| Williams %R (14) | -88.73 | Info |
| MACD (12,26,9) | -0.24 | Sell |
| ROC (12) | -1.46 | Sell |
| Bollinger %B (20,2) | 0.28 | Neutral |
| Stochastic %K (14) | 11.27 | Buy |
| TRIX (15) | -0.30 | Sell |
| Awesome (5,34) | -3.04 | Sell |
| Ultimate (7,14,28) | 47.07 | Neutral |
| Momentum (10) | -2.20 | Sell |
| Aroon Osc (25) | -44.00 | Sell |
| Hull MA (9) | 50.36 | Sell |
| ADX (14) | 19.03 | Neutral |
| ATR (14) | 1.29 | Info |
The 30-day technical picture shows bullish sentiment with RSI(14) at 40. The 50-day simple moving average is $53.97 and the 200-day simple moving average is $45.89, suggesting a constructive, albeit cautious, intermediate trend. Support sits at $49.23 and resistance at $59.34, defining a near-term trading corridor.
The 30-day range stretches from $41.41 to $58.53, highlighting the current volatility within a band that contains the nearby price level.
| Year | Min | Avg | Max | ROI | Sentiment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $36.15 | $48.51 | $66.27 | 0% | Neutral | |
| $51.63 | $63.93 | $83.27 | +32% | Bullish | |
| $56.97 | $72.25 | $97.26 | +49% | Bullish | |
| $64.30 | $83.17 | $114.89 | +71% | Bullish | |
| $66.87 | $88.00 | $124.23 | +81% | Bullish | |
| $71.53 | $95.61 | $137.56 | +97% | Bullish | |
| $81.59 | $110.66 | $161.94 | +128% | Bullish | |
| $94.41 | $129.80 | $192.90 | +168% | Bullish | |
| $113.17 | $157.62 | $237.59 | +225% | Bullish | |
| $119.13 | $167.97 | $256.56 | +246% | Bullish | |
| $173.43 | $258.44 | $417.29 | +433% | Bullish | |
| $320.93 | $525.14 | $919.87 | +983% | Bullish |
Current year — the forecast is anchored to the live price, so ROI shows 0%.
| Month | Min | Avg | Max | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 2026 | $36.15 | $48.51 | $59.72 | +0.00% |
| September 2026 | $42.62 | $50.23 | $60.71 | +3.54% |
| October 2026 | $43.70 | $51.80 | $63.19 | +3.13% |
| November 2026 | $45.12 | $53.73 | $66.04 | +3.73% |
| December 2026 | $44.78 | $53.55 | $66.27 | -0.33% |
Click any year to see its month-by-month APEI forecast. Min / Avg / Max are a bear / base / bull scenario; ROI is the projected move from the current price. Change is the month-over-month move in the average. Estimates, not guarantees.
American Public Education, Inc.'s 2026 outlook centres on $48.51, within a $36.15 to $66.27 range. That marks a 0% change versus current levels. Price action looks broadly range-bound.
By 2027, APEI could reach as high as $83.27, with a base case around $63.93 and support toward $51.63 — roughly +32% from $48.51. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Expect APEI to range from $56.97 to $97.26 through 2028. The $72.25 average target implies a +49% move from current prices. That is up +13% on the projected 2027 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
The APEI price prediction for 2029 points to an average of $83.17 (low $64.30, high $114.89) — a potential gain of +71% on today's $48.51. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
In 2030, APEI is projected to trade between $66.87 and $124.23, averaging $88.00 — a potential gain of +81% from today's $48.51. That is up +6% on the projected 2029 average. Momentum favours further upside here.
American Public Education, Inc.'s 2031 outlook centres on $95.61, within a $71.53 to $137.56 range. That is up +9% on the projected 2030 average. That marks a +97% change versus current levels. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
By 2032, APEI could reach as high as $161.94, with a base case around $110.66 and support toward $81.59 — roughly +128% from $48.51. Momentum favours further upside here.
Expect APEI to range from $94.41 to $192.90 through 2033. The $129.80 average target implies a +168% move from current prices. That is up +17% on the projected 2032 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
The APEI price prediction for 2034 points to an average of $157.62 (low $113.17, high $237.59) — a potential gain of +225% on today's $48.51. Momentum favours further upside here.
In 2035, APEI is projected to trade between $119.13 and $256.56, averaging $167.97 — a potential gain of +246% from today's $48.51. That is up +7% on the projected 2034 average. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
American Public Education, Inc.'s 2040 outlook centres on $258.44, within a $173.43 to $417.29 range. That is up +54% on the projected 2035 average. That marks a +433% change versus current levels. Momentum favours further upside here.
By 2050, APEI could reach as high as $919.87, with a base case around $525.14 and support toward $320.93 — roughly +983% from $48.51. Buyers look set to stay in control over this stretch.
Investing $1,000 in APEI today (≈ 20.614306 APEI) could be worth
$10,825.31
+$9,825.31 (+983%) by 2050 · US Dollar
Based on the average projected APEI price of $525.14 in 2050.
Based on the base (average) forecast scenario. FX rates are indicative. Estimates only — not financial advice.
See what a past investment in APEIwould be worth at today's price.
$1,000 invested in APEI on Jul 31, 2025 (≈ 33.875338 APEI) would be worth
$1,643.29
+$643.29 (+64.3%) today · 1.64× · US Dollar
Based on a APEI entry price of $29.52 vs. today's $48.51.
| Invested | Entry price | Value today | Return |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 week ago | $47.71 | $1,016.77 | +1.7% |
| 1 month ago | $55.86 | $868.42 | -13.2% |
| 3 months ago | $58.22 | $833.22 | -16.7% |
| 6 months ago | $42.3 | $1,146.81 | +14.7% |
| 1 year ago | $29.52 | $1,643.29 | +64.3% |
| All time (5.0y) ago | $29.78 | $1,628.95 | +62.9% |
Past performance from historical market data — it does not predict future results. FX rates are indicative. Not financial advice.
Enter a price to see how it sits against our APEI forecast.
Our base-case forecast reaches $97.00 around 2032.
Implied market cap at $97.00: $1.78B
The multi-year forecast paints a clear path of sustained upside, with bullish sentiment continuing through the 2030s and 2040s. The 2026 forecast shows an average of $49.23 with a min of $36.15 and a max of $68.39, and an ROI of 0; the sentiment is noted as NEUTRAL. By 2027 the average rises to $68.69 with a max of $90.78 and a min of $54.90, yielding a 39.5% ROI and a BULLISH outlook.
The trajectory continues higher through 2028 ($78.50 avg, $61.09 min, $107.54 max, 59.5% ROI) and 2029 ($90.88 avg, $69.17 min, $128.04 max, 84.6% ROI), reaching 2030 with an average of $100.02, a min of $74.65, a max of $144.27, and a 103.2% ROI. In the following years the forecast widens further, with 2031 average $108.66, 2032 $129.83, 2033 $160.75, 2034 $192.09, and 2035 $204.30, all carrying bullish sentiment. By 2040 the average is $341.08 with a $569.13 max and a 592.8% ROI, and by 2050 the average reaches $692.58 with a max of $1,261.52 and a 1306.8% ROI, all labeled BULLISH.
These figures indicate a long-run ascent with substantial upside, though they remain estimates rather than guarantees and actual results may vary.
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The 2030 forecast shows an average price of $100.02, with a min of $74.65 and a max of $144.27, and a ROI of 103.2%, with sentiment BULLISH.
Forecasts show bullish sentiment from 2027 onward with rising averages and ROIs, reaching an average of $692.58 by 2050 and a ROI of 1306.8%. These are estimates and not guarantees.
Yes. The 2026 min/max are $36.15/$68.39 and the 2026 max is $68.39; the 2027 max is $90.78, with the 2027 average at $68.69, while the 30-day resistance is $59.34, suggesting potential to exceed $60.
The current price is $49.23 and the market capitalization is $903.05M.
The 2050 forecast shows an average price of $692.58, a min of $402.11, a max of $1,261.52, with a ROI of 1306.8 and sentiment BULLISH.
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