American Public Education, Inc. (APEI) operates three postsecondary institutions offering online and campus-based degree, certificate, and diploma programs to working adults, service-minded students, military members, and veterans. The company's largest subsidiary, American Public University System, serves military-affiliated professionals and working adults exclusively online, while Rasmussen University and Hondros College of Nursing provide nursing and health sciences education across multiple campuses and online formats. APEI generates revenue primarily through federal student financial aid programs, military tuition assistance, Veterans Affairs benefits, and direct student payments, positioning itself as an accessible, affordable alternative to traditional postsecondary education with institutional accreditation and specialized programmatic credentials.