Program Analysis
American Public University System's Security Science and Technology graduates start at $49,622/yr — above the $40,284 national average, though not by a wide margin.
The 15.0x earnings multiple means ten-year projected earnings exceed tuition cost by an order of magnitude. By pure financial math, this is a standout.
AI risk is moderate — 46% task exposure — and the 8% scenario spread suggests disruption would dent but not destroy the earnings outlook.
The $32,062 debt-to-$49,622 income ratio translates to about 8 months of earnings. Standard loan terms should handle this comfortably.
Ranked #8 out of 41 programs, American Public University System's Security Science and Technology program lands in the top 5% — a strong signal of graduate success.
Earnings growth is modest: $49,622 to $52,779 over five years (6% gain). This field may have a lower salary ceiling than high-growth professions.