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Strategic Education NasdaqGS:STRA Stock Report

Last Price

US$84.66

Market Cap

US$2.0b

7D

4.6%

1Y

-29.8%

Updated

04 May, 2025

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Strategic Education, Inc.

NasdaqGS:STRA Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.0b

STRA Stock Overview

Provides education services through campus-based and online post-secondary education, and programs to develop job-ready skills. More details

STRA fundamental analysis
Snowflake Score
Valuation5/6
Future Growth2/6
Past Performance4/6
Financial Health6/6
Dividends3/6

Rewards

Trading at 64.5% below our estimate of its fair value

Earnings are forecast to grow 19.26% per year

Earnings have grown 5.1% per year over the past 5 years

Analysts in good agreement that stock price will rise by 21.3%

Risk Analysis

STRA passed our risk checks.

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Consensus Narrative from 3 Analysts

Best Buy's All-Inclusive Degree Program Will Attract Future Students

Key Takeaways Strong enrollment growth through corporate partnerships and education technology services could drive significant revenue and earnings increases. Robust free cash flow and disciplined cost management support improved net margins and enhance shareholder returns via dividends and share repurchases.
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US$112.33
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24.6% undervalued intrinsic discount
4.70%
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Strategic Education, Inc. Competitors

Perdoceo Education

NasdaqGS:PRDO

US$2.0b

Afya

NasdaqGS:AFYA

US$1.7b

Laureate Education

NasdaqGS:LAUR

US$3.3b

Universal Technical Institute

NYSE:UTI

US$1.6b

Price History & Performance

Summary of share price highs, lows and changes for Strategic Education
Historical stock prices
Current Share PriceUS$84.66
52 Week HighUS$123.62
52 Week LowUS$74.28
Beta0.59
1 Month Change4.43%
3 Month Change-13.67%
1 Year Change-29.83%
3 Year Change33.30%
5 Year Change-50.37%
Change since IPO1,081.30%

Recent News & Updates

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.60

Mar 02
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.60

Recent updates

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.60

Mar 02
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.60

Getting In Cheap On Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Unlikely

Feb 25
Getting In Cheap On Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Unlikely

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.60

Nov 11
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.60

Here's Why Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors

Nov 07
Here's Why Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Caught The Eye Of Investors

Investor Optimism Abounds Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) But Growth Is Lacking

Oct 22
Investor Optimism Abounds Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) But Growth Is Lacking

Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 65% Above Its Share Price

Sep 27
Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 65% Above Its Share Price
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Strategic Partnerships And EdTech Growth Propel Company To New Heights

Sep 10 Strengthening of strategic corporate partnerships is expected to lead to sustained revenue growth by expanding the customer base and increasing course enrollments.

We Think Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Can Manage Its Debt With Ease

Sep 07
We Think Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Can Manage Its Debt With Ease

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.60

Aug 03
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.60

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) P/E

Jul 15
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) P/E

Here's Why We Think Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Might Deserve Your Attention Today

Jun 29
Here's Why We Think Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Might Deserve Your Attention Today

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has A Rock Solid Balance Sheet

May 13
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has A Rock Solid Balance Sheet

Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) P/E

Apr 04
Why Investors Shouldn't Be Surprised By Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) P/E

Strategic Education, Inc. Just Beat Earnings Expectations: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

Mar 03
Strategic Education, Inc. Just Beat Earnings Expectations: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next

Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) Not Lagging Market On Growth Or Pricing

Jan 03
Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) Not Lagging Market On Growth Or Pricing

Are Investors Undervaluing Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) By 44%?

Dec 12
Are Investors Undervaluing Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) By 44%?

Here's Why Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly

Oct 30
Here's Why Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.60

Aug 28
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.60

Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 67% Above Its Share Price

Aug 22
Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) Intrinsic Value Is Potentially 67% Above Its Share Price

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.60

Jul 30
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Due To Pay A Dividend Of $0.60

These 4 Measures Indicate That Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well

Jul 19
These 4 Measures Indicate That Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Is Using Debt Reasonably Well

Is Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) Worth US$90.1 Based On Its Intrinsic Value?

May 02
Is Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) Worth US$90.1 Based On Its Intrinsic Value?

We Think Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt

Apr 11
We Think Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Can Stay On Top Of Its Debt

A Look At The Fair Value Of Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA)

Jan 13
A Look At The Fair Value Of Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA)

Does Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Dec 26
Does Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.60

Nov 12
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Announced A Dividend Of $0.60

Does Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Sep 20
Does Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?

Strategic Education goes ex-dividend tomorrow

Aug 31

Is Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) Trading At A 37% Discount?

Aug 27
Is Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA) Trading At A 37% Discount?

It Gets Better For Strategic Education

Aug 19

Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.60

Aug 08
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.60

Shareholder Returns

STRAUS Consumer ServicesUS Market
7D4.6%8.2%2.9%
1Y-29.8%12.5%10.0%

Return vs Industry: STRA underperformed the US Consumer Services industry which returned 12.5% over the past year.

Return vs Market: STRA underperformed the US Market which returned 10% over the past year.

Price Volatility

Is STRA's price volatile compared to industry and market?
STRA volatility
STRA Average Weekly Movement6.6%
Consumer Services Industry Average Movement10.0%
Market Average Movement7.8%
10% most volatile stocks in US Market16.2%
10% least volatile stocks in US Market4.1%

Stable Share Price: STRA has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.

Volatility Over Time: STRA's weekly volatility (7%) has been stable over the past year.

About the Company

FoundedEmployeesCEOWebsite
18925,145Karl McDonnellwww.strategiceducation.com

Strategic Education, Inc. provides education services through campus-based and online post-secondary education, and programs to develop job-ready skills. The company operates through three segments: U.S. Higher Education, Australia/New Zealand, and Education Technology Services.

Strategic Education, Inc. Fundamentals Summary

How do Strategic Education's earnings and revenue compare to its market cap?
STRA fundamental statistics
Market capUS$2.02b
Earnings (TTM)US$112.73m
Revenue (TTM)US$1.23b

18.0x

P/E Ratio

1.6x

P/S Ratio

Is STRA overvalued?

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Earnings & Revenue

Key profitability statistics from the latest earnings report (TTM)
STRA income statement (TTM)
RevenueUS$1.23b
Cost of RevenueUS$651.07m
Gross ProfitUS$582.20m
Other ExpensesUS$469.47m
EarningsUS$112.73m

Last Reported Earnings

Mar 31, 2025

Next Earnings Date

n/a

Earnings per share (EPS)4.71
Gross Margin47.21%
Net Profit Margin9.14%
Debt/Equity Ratio0%

How did STRA perform over the long term?

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Dividends

2.8%

Current Dividend Yield

50%

Payout Ratio

Does STRA pay a reliable dividends?

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When do you need to buy STRA by to receive an upcoming dividend?
Strategic Education dividend dates
Ex Dividend DateMay 23 2025
Dividend Pay DateJun 02 2025
Days until Ex dividend19 days
Days until Dividend pay date29 days

Does STRA pay a reliable dividends?

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2025/05/04 01:39
End of Day Share Price 2025/05/02 00:00
Earnings2025/03/31
Annual Earnings2024/12/31

Data Sources

The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.

PackageDataTimeframeExample US Source *
Company Financials10 years
  • Income statement
  • Cash flow statement
  • Balance sheet
Analyst Consensus Estimates+3 years
  • Forecast financials
  • Analyst price targets
Market Prices30 years
  • Stock prices
  • Dividends, Splits and Actions
Ownership10 years
  • Top shareholders
  • Insider trading
Management10 years
  • Leadership team
  • Board of directors
Key Developments10 years
  • Company announcements

* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.

Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.

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Analyst Sources

Strategic Education, Inc. is covered by 27 analysts. 3 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
Jeffrey MeulerBaird
Gary BisbeeBarclays
Alexander ParisBarrington Research Associates, Inc.