Perdoceo Education Corp
SWB:CE1
Perdoceo Education Corp
Perdoceo Education Corporation, previously known as Career Education Corporation, represents a distinctive narrative in the evolving landscape of higher education. With a foundation rooted in the late 20th century, the company has pivoted from its traditional vocational and career-focused education offerings to embrace a broader range of higher learning opportunities in recent years. Operating primarily through its two flagship institutions, Colorado Technical University (CTU) and American InterContinental University (AIU), Perdoceo leverages the growing demand for online education to serve a diverse student base. Exploiting technological advancements, both universities provide flexible learning modalities, enabling students to pursue degrees remotely—a crucial factor in catering to working adults and non-traditional students seeking career advancement.
Perdoceo's economic model centers on tuition and fees derived from the expansive range of degree programs it offers. From associate to doctoral levels, the courses encompass various disciplines, driving enrollment growth. The company's commitment to providing career-focused education underlines its strategy to align academic programs with market demands, enhancing employment prospects for graduates. Financial sustainability is bolstered by strategic investments in digital infrastructure and student success initiatives, further augmented by revenue from educational services, including career counseling and support. While competition in the online education sector intensifies, Perdoceo's focus on innovation and student outcomes aims to sustain its position in a shifting educational paradigm.
Perdoceo Education Corporation, previously known as Career Education Corporation, represents a distinctive narrative in the evolving landscape of higher education. With a foundation rooted in the late 20th century, the company has pivoted from its traditional vocational and career-focused education offerings to embrace a broader range of higher learning opportunities in recent years. Operating primarily through its two flagship institutions, Colorado Technical University (CTU) and American InterContinental University (AIU), Perdoceo leverages the growing demand for online education to serve a diverse student base. Exploiting technological advancements, both universities provide flexible learning modalities, enabling students to pursue degrees remotely—a crucial factor in catering to working adults and non-traditional students seeking career advancement.
Perdoceo's economic model centers on tuition and fees derived from the expansive range of degree programs it offers. From associate to doctoral levels, the courses encompass various disciplines, driving enrollment growth. The company's commitment to providing career-focused education underlines its strategy to align academic programs with market demands, enhancing employment prospects for graduates. Financial sustainability is bolstered by strategic investments in digital infrastructure and student success initiatives, further augmented by revenue from educational services, including career counseling and support. While competition in the online education sector intensifies, Perdoceo's focus on innovation and student outcomes aims to sustain its position in a shifting educational paradigm.
Revenue Growth: Revenue for the third quarter was $211.9 million, up 24.8% year-over-year, benefiting from the acquisition of St. Augustine and enrollment growth at CTU.
EPS Beat: Net income reached $39.9 million or $0.60 per diluted share; adjusted EPS was $0.65, up from $0.59 last year, exceeding expectations.
Enrollment Momentum: Total student enrollments grew 15.1%, with CTU up 6.7% and St. Augustine contributing approximately 4,400 students for the fall term.
Raised Guidance: Full-year adjusted operating income is now projected at $234–236 million, up from $188.9 million in 2024; adjusted EPS guidance raised to $2.54–2.56.
Shareholder Returns: $20.6 million in share repurchases completed in Q3, totaling $94.1 million returned to shareholders through repurchases and dividends for the year to date.
Positive Outlook: Management expects continued revenue, enrollment, and operating income growth into Q4 2025 and 2026.
