American Public Education is a prominent provider of online higher education solutions. The company serves approximately 109 thousand students through its various institutions, including American Public University System (APUS) and Hondros College of Nursing. APEI has a market capitalization of around $984.21 million and focuses on programs for military, public service, and healthcare professionals, highlighting its diverse education sector reach.
On May 13, 2026, analyst firm Barrington increased its stock price target for APEI to $62. At the time, the stock was trading at $53.86, which means the new target suggests a potential upside of about 15.11%. This positive investment outlook follows a period of strong financial performance for the company.
The revised stock price target is supported by the company's robust first-quarter 2026 earnings results. As highlighted by Zacks, APEI reported adjusted earnings of $0.94 per share on revenues of $174.7 million. This marks a significant 129.3% increase in earnings compared to the same period last year, exceeding analyst estimates.
This revenue growth is driven by specific segments of the business. Military revenues increased by 6.5% to $89.4 million, with net course registrations rising to approximately 106,600. The company also sees continued gains in its Health+ enrollment, contributing to the strong financial results for the quarter.
Following these results, APEI raised its full-year 2026 guidance. The company now expects higher revenue and adjusted EBITDA. It also lifted its earnings per share outlook to a new range of $2.33 to $2.68, as highlighted by PR Newswire, signaling confidence in its future financial outlook.
