Perdoceo Education Corporation (PRDO) SEC Filings & Earnings Calls
EquiReason read 13 Perdoceo Education Corporation SEC filings in the last 12 months. Latest: 8-K on 2026-09-14 — Perdoceo Education Corporation entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of South University for cash consideration of $130M-$150M at closing plus deferred and earn-out p.
Source: SEC EDGAR filings · figures as of 2026-06-30 · read by EquiReason
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14 Sep 20268-K · 1.01, 7.01Perdoceo Education Corporation entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of South University for cash consideration of $130M-$150M at closing plus deferred and earn-out payments, expected to close by April 2027. The acquisition isacquisitionopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| revenue · South University · FY2025 | $291M | |
| adjusted operating income · South University · FY2025 | $34M | |
| students · South University · FY2025 | 10,500 |
Guidance
FY2026 adjusted operating income outlook $258M to $263M
Reaffirmed full year adjusted operating income outlook of $258M to $263M.
Risks flagged
Regulatory and accreditor approvals required; closing subject to conditions.
“Completion of the acquisition is subject to customary closing conditions, regulatory approvals and accreditor approvals.” · word for word
Termination fee of up to $20M if deal fails under certain circumstances.
“upon termination of the purchase agreement by either the Company or Seller under certain, specified circumstances, the Company will be required to pay Seller a termination fee of up to $20 million.” · word for word
6 Aug 20268-K · 2.02Revenue $213M (+2% y/y); Operating income $55M (+7% y/y); Earnings per diluted share $0.75 (+21% y/y); Guidance: Q3 and FY2026 outlook providedearningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q2-2026 | $213M | +2% y/y |
| Operating income · Q2-2026 | $55M | +7% y/y |
| Earnings per diluted share · Q2-2026 | $0.75 | +21% y/y |
| Adjusted earnings per diluted share · Q2-2026 | $0.80 | +19% y/y |
| Total student enrollments · Q2-2026 | 46,830 | +1% y/y |
| Dividend per share · Q3-2026 | $0.17 | +13% y/y |
| CTU revenue · CTU · Q2-2026 | $116M | +1% y/y |
| AIUS revenue · AIUS · Q2-2026 | $57M | -2% y/y |
| USAHS revenue · USAHS · Q2-2026 | $40M | +10% y/y |
Guidance
Q3 and FY2026 outlook provided
Company provided Q3 and full year 2026 outlook, indicating confidence in continued performance.
Risks flagged
Legal fees at CTU impacting operating income.
“Operating income at CTU ... includes increased legal fees related to previously disclosed legal matters”
6 Aug 202610-QQuarterly report showing revenue growth, margin expansion, dividend increase, and raised full-year adjusted operating income guidance.earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q2-2026 | $213M | +2% y/y |
| Operating income · Q2-2026 | $55M | +7% y/y |
| Adjusted operating income · Q2-2026 | $64M | +4% y/y |
| Adjusted earnings per diluted share · Q2-2026 | $0.80 | +19% y/y |
| Cash balances · Q2-2026 | $735M | |
| Quarterly dividend per share · Q3-2026 | $0.17 |
Guidance
Full year adjusted operating income expected to be higher for 2026 as compared to 2025.
Management expects full-year adjusted operating income to increase year-over-year, supported by revenue growth and disciplined expense management.
Risks flagged
Regulatory risk from federal student loan changes
“Federal student aid programs were modified to eliminate Grad PLUS loans...and to impose new annual and lifetime borrowing limits across the remaining loan programs. Final regulations were published on May 1, 2026, and became effective on July 1, 2026.” · word for word
Litigation risk regarding professional program definition
“A number of legal actions were filed by various groups in multiple jurisdictions that challenge the regulations as arbitrary and capricious and contrary to the text of the bill.” · word for word
Dependence on Title IV funding
“As a result of the significance of the Title IV Program funds received by our students, we are highly dependent on these funds to operate our business. Any reduction in the level of Title IV funds that our students are eligible to receive...may have a significant impact on our operations and our financial condition.” · word for word
7 May 202610-QRevenue $222M (+4% y/y); Operating income $63M (+22% y/y); Net income $54M (+24% y/y); Guidance: Full year adjusted operating income expected to be higher for 2026 as compared to 2025open
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q1-2026 | $222M | +4% y/y |
| Operating income · Q1-2026 | $63M | +22% y/y |
| Net income · Q1-2026 | $54M | +24% y/y |
| Adjusted operating income · Q1-2026 | $72M | +14% y/y |
| Adjusted earnings per diluted share · Q1-2026 | $0.90 | +29% y/y |
| Total student enrollments · 2026-03-31 | 48,740 | +1% y/y |
| CTU revenue · CTU · Q1-2026 | $121M | +4% y/y |
| AIUS revenue · AIUS · Q1-2026 | $58M | +0% y/y |
| USAHS revenue · USAHS · Q1-2026 | $43M | +10% y/y |
| Cash balances · 2026-03-31 | $680M |
Guidance
Full year adjusted operating income expected to be higher for 2026 as compared to 2025
Management expects full year adjusted operating income to be higher for 2026 as compared to 2025, supported by revenue growth across all academic institutions and lower operating expenses.
Risks flagged
Dependence on Title IV funding
“As a result of the significance of the Title IV Program funds received by our students, we are highly dependent on these funds to operate our business. Any reduction in the level of Title IV funds that our students are eligible to receive or any impact on timing or our ability to receive Title IV Program funds, or any requirement to post a significant letter” · word for word
Student enrollment sensitivity
“Our financial performance is dependent on the level of student enrollments which could be impacted by external factors.” · word for word
7 May 20268-K · 2.02Revenue $222M (+4% y/y); Operating income $63M (+22% y/y); Adjusted operating income $72M (+14% y/y); Guidance: FY2026 adjusted operating income guidance raised to $254-$263M from $237.6M actual in FY2025; EPS $2.86-$2.97earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Q1-2026 | $222M | +4% y/y |
| Operating income · Q1-2026 | $63M | +22% y/y |
| Adjusted operating income · Q1-2026 | $72M | +14% y/y |
| Net income · Q1-2026 | $54M | |
| Earnings per diluted share · Q1-2026 | $0.85 | +31% y/y |
| Adjusted earnings per diluted share · Q1-2026 | $0.90 | +29% y/y |
| Total student enrollments · Q1-2026 | 48,740 | +1% y/y |
| Net cash provided by operating activities · Q1-2026 | $69M | +7% y/y |
| Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments · Q1-2026 | $680M | |
| CTU revenue · CTU · Q1-2026 | $121M | +4% y/y |
Guidance
FY2026 adjusted operating income guidance raised to $254-$263M from $237.6M actual in FY2025; EPS $2.86-$2.97
Guidance raised on strong Q1 results with operating leverage and enrollment growth.
Risks flagged
Decline in AIUS enrollments partially offsetting growth at other institutions.
“AIUS enrollments declined 2.2% to 10,320.”
13 Mar 20268-K · 5.02Reported the departure of a director or principal officer (CEO/CFO change); filed financial statements and exhibits with this reportopen
Risks flagged
No new risks; routine compensation plan approval.
19 Feb 202610-KRevenue $846M (+24% y/y); CTU Revenue $462M (+4% y/y); Total Student Enrollments 44,400 (+7% y/y)open
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Revenue · Total · FY2025 | $846M | +24% y/y |
| CTU Revenue · CTU · FY2025 | $462M | +4% y/y |
| Total Student Enrollments · Total · 2025-12-31 | 44,400 | +7% y/y |
| CTU Student Enrollments · CTU · 2025-12-31 | 29,950 | +7% y/y |
| AIUS Student Enrollments · AIUS · 2025-12-31 | 10,560 | +11% y/y |
| USAHS Student Enrollments · USAHS · 2025-12-31 | 3,890 | +3% y/y |
| Operating Income · Total · FY2025 | $196M | +13% y/y |
| Cash and Cash Equivalents · 2025-12-31 | $644M |
Risks flagged
Regulatory risk from borrower defense claims
“There continues to be significant uncertainty around the requirements and approach to handling BDR applications due to a series of rulemakings and competing regulations.” · word for word
Title IV funding dependency
“Any reduction in the level of Title IV funds that our students are eligible to receive or any impact on timing or our ability to receive Title IV Program funds... may have a significant impact on our operations and our financial condition.” · word for word
5 Jan 20268-K · 7.01, 8.01Perdoceo Education Corporation's Board approved a new $100 million stock repurchase program, replacing the prior $75 million program, and reaffirmed FY2025 adjusted operating income guidance of $234-236 million.open
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Adjusted operating income · FY2025 | $235M |
Guidance
FY2025 adjusted operating income $234-236 million
Reaffirmed full year adjusted operating income guidance of $234-236 million, indicating stable profitability outlook.
Risks flagged
Repurchase program may be modified or suspended at any time, reducing certainty of execution.
“The Stock Repurchase Program may be modified, suspended or discontinued at any time in the Company's discretion without prior notice.” · word for word
4 Nov 202510-QQ3 2025 revenue up 24.8% YoY, net income up 4.2%, driven by USAHS acquisition and CTU enrollment growthearningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Net Income · Q3-2025 | $40M | +4% y/y |
| Adjusted Operating Income · Q3-2025 | $61M | +28% y/y |
| Adjusted Earnings Per Diluted Share · Q3-2025 | $0.65 | +10% y/y |
| Cash Balances · 2025-09-30 | $669M | |
| USAHS Revenue · USAHS · Q3-2025 | $38M |
Guidance
Full year revenue expected higher for 2025
Management expects full year revenue to be higher driven by USAHS acquisition and enrollment growth
Risks flagged
Grad PLUS Loan Phase-Out
“The Act phases out the Grad PLUS loan program which becomes unavailable for new students enrolling after July 1, 2026 and replaces it with a more targeted funding framework.” · word for word
Regulatory Uncertainty
“There is uncertainty regarding the Department's final determination concerning which programs will be eligible for the higher federal loan funding.”
4 Nov 20258-K · 2.02Total revenue $212M (+25% y/y); Total student enrollments 46,520 (+15% y/y); Operating income $51M (+14% y/y)earningsopen
Figures in the filing · each found in the filing text
| Total revenue · Q3-2025 | $212M | +25% y/y |
| Total student enrollments · Q3-2025 | 46,520 | +15% y/y |
| Operating income · Q3-2025 | $51M | +14% y/y |
| Adjusted operating income · Q3-2025 | $61M | +27% y/y |
| Earnings per diluted share · Q3-2025 | $0.60 | +5% y/y |
| Adjusted earnings per diluted share · Q3-2025 | $0.65 | +10% y/y |
| Cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments · Q3-2025 | $669M | |
| CTU revenue · CTU · Q3-2025 | $117M | +4% y/y |
| AIUS revenue · AIUS · Q3-2025 | $57M | -1% y/y |
| USAHS revenue · USAHS · Q3-2025 | $38M |
Risks flagged
AIUS segment enrollment decline
“AIUS enrollments decreased 2.9% YoY; revenue -1.2%.”
USAHS acquisition integration risk
“USAHS operating income near zero; corporate costs elevated.”
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- 13 SEC filings in the last 12 months. Latest: 8-K on 2026-09-14 — Perdoceo Education Corporation entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of South University for cash consideration of $130M-$150M at closing plus deferred and earn-out payments, expected to close by April 2027. The acquisition is
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