Lincoln Educational Services (LINC) Stock Overview
Provides various career-oriented postsecondary education services to high school graduates and working adults in the United States. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
|---|---|
| Valuation | 2/6 |
| Future Growth | 3/6 |
| Past Performance | 3/6 |
| Financial Health | 4/6 |
| Dividends | 0/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
|---|---|
| Current Share Price | US$44.10 |
| 52 Week High | US$45.48 |
| 52 Week Low | US$17.29 |
| Beta | 0.77 |
| 1 Month Change | 6.50% |
| 3 Month Change | 68.77% |
| 1 Year Change | 119.18% |
| 3 Year Change | 583.72% |
| 5 Year Change | 501.64% |
| Change since IPO | 118.64% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Apr 30
LINC: Share Repurchases And New Campus Will Support Measured 2026 Outlook
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Lincoln Educational Services steady at $44.80, with only slight refinements to assumptions such as discount rate, profit margin, and future P/E that together support a broadly unchanged price target narrative. What's in the News Company completed its share repurchase program announced on May 24, 2022, buying back 1,737,478 shares, or 6.4% of shares, for a total of $10.34 million, with no additional shares repurchased between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 13
LINC: New Campus And Buyback Completion Will Face Modest Margin Outlook
Analysts have edged their price target for Lincoln Educational Services slightly higher to $44.80 from $44.40, citing updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E as support for the new view. What's in the News Company reported that from October 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 it repurchased 0 shares for $0, and that it has now completed the repurchase of 1,737,478 shares, or 6.4% of the company, for $10.34 million under the buyback announced on May 24, 2022 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 28
LINC: New Campus And Buyback Progress Will Be Balanced Against Modest Margins
Analysts have raised their price target on Lincoln Educational Services from $38.00 to $44.40, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. What's in the News Lincoln Educational Services reported that from October 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025, it did not repurchase additional shares under its existing program, keeping total buybacks at 1,737,478 shares, or 6.4% of shares, for US$10.34 million under the authorization announced on May 24, 2022 (Key Developments).Recent updates
Narrative Update • Apr 30
LINC: Share Repurchases And New Campus Will Support Measured 2026 Outlook
Analysts have kept their fair value estimate for Lincoln Educational Services steady at $44.80, with only slight refinements to assumptions such as discount rate, profit margin, and future P/E that together support a broadly unchanged price target narrative. What's in the News Company completed its share repurchase program announced on May 24, 2022, buying back 1,737,478 shares, or 6.4% of shares, for a total of $10.34 million, with no additional shares repurchased between October 1, 2025 and December 31, 2025 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Apr 13
LINC: New Campus And Buyback Completion Will Face Modest Margin Outlook
Analysts have edged their price target for Lincoln Educational Services slightly higher to $44.80 from $44.40, citing updated assumptions around the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E as support for the new view. What's in the News Company reported that from October 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025 it repurchased 0 shares for $0, and that it has now completed the repurchase of 1,737,478 shares, or 6.4% of the company, for $10.34 million under the buyback announced on May 24, 2022 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 28
LINC: New Campus And Buyback Progress Will Be Balanced Against Modest Margins
Analysts have raised their price target on Lincoln Educational Services from $38.00 to $44.40, citing updated assumptions for fair value, discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E. What's in the News Lincoln Educational Services reported that from October 1, 2025 to December 31, 2025, it did not repurchase additional shares under its existing program, keeping total buybacks at 1,737,478 shares, or 6.4% of shares, for US$10.34 million under the authorization announced on May 24, 2022 (Key Developments).Narrative Update • Mar 14
LINC: Future Campus Expansion Will Be Weighed Against Modest Margin Expectations
Analysts have raised their price target for Lincoln Educational Services to $38.00, up from $37.20, reflecting updated assumptions around discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and a slightly higher future P/E multiple. What's in the News Issued earnings guidance for 2026, with expected revenue in the range of US$580 million to US$590 million, net income between US$20 million and US$23 million, and diluted EPS between US$0.64 and US$0.74 (company guidance).Narrative Update • Feb 27
LINC: Updated Outlook Will Balance New Campus Opportunities With Margin Uncertainty
Analysts now value Lincoln Educational Services at approximately $37.20 per share, up from $28.20. This change reflects updated assumptions around revenue, profit margins, discount rate and future P/E that alter their overall valuation framework.Seeking Alpha • Feb 25
Lincoln Educational: Solid Growth, Less Attractive Entry Point (Rating Downgrade)
Summary Lincoln Educational Services (LINC) has delivered strong enrollment growth, campus expansion, and margin improvements, with FY2025 revenue up 17.8% and EBITDA up 59%. LINC now trades at a substantial premium to education peers, with much of the upside from its expansion strategy priced in after a 263% stock increase over two years. Operational execution, continued enrollment growth, and capital intensity remain key risks, especially given elevated valuation and ongoing negative free cash flow. I recommend a Hold rating, as the risk/reward setup is now more neutral despite a favorable long-term skilled labor demand backdrop. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 13
Returns On Capital At Lincoln Educational Services (NASDAQ:LINC) Paint A Concerning Picture
To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? Amongst other things...Narrative Update • Feb 13
LINC: Stable Assumptions And Margins Will Support Balanced Future Prospects
Analysts have kept their price target for Lincoln Educational Services steady at about $28, with only marginal tweaks to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions. This signals that their overall view on the stock's valuation is largely unchanged.Narrative Update • Jan 30
LINC: Campus Expansion And Higher Margin Outlook Will Shape Balanced Future Prospects
Analysts have lifted their price target on Lincoln Educational Services from US$26.20 to US$28.20, citing updated assumptions around discount rates, revenue growth, profit margins and a lower future P/E multiple as key drivers of the new view. What's in the News Lincoln Educational Services plans to hold an Analyst/Investor Day, giving management a platform to update the market on operations, growth plans and capital allocation priorities.Analysis Article • Jan 10
Calculating The Intrinsic Value Of Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ:LINC)
Key Insights The projected fair value for Lincoln Educational Services is US$29.02 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to...Analysis Article • Dec 21
Does Lincoln Educational Services (NASDAQ:LINC) Have A Healthy Balance Sheet?
Warren Buffett famously said, 'Volatility is far from synonymous with risk.' So it might be obvious that you need to...Analysis Article • Dec 06
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ:LINC) Stocks Shoot Up 25% But Its P/E Still Looks Reasonable
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation ( NASDAQ:LINC ) shareholders would be excited to see that the share price has...Analysis Article • Nov 13
Results: Lincoln Educational Services Corporation Exceeded Expectations And The Consensus Has Updated Its Estimates
A week ago, Lincoln Educational Services Corporation ( NASDAQ:LINC ) came out with a strong set of third-quarter...Analysis Article • Nov 12
Lincoln Educational Services (NASDAQ:LINC) Might Be Having Difficulty Using Its Capital Effectively
If you're not sure where to start when looking for the next multi-bagger, there are a few key trends you should keep an...Analysis Article • Oct 30
Should You Think About Buying Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ:LINC) Now?
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation ( NASDAQ:LINC ), is not the largest company out there, but it saw a decent...Analysis Article • Oct 01
Estimating The Intrinsic Value Of Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ:LINC)
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Lincoln Educational Services fair value estimate is US$21.63...Analysis Article • Sep 18
Is Lincoln Educational Services (NASDAQ:LINC) A Risky Investment?
Some say volatility, rather than debt, is the best way to think about risk as an investor, but Warren Buffett famously...Analysis Article • Aug 18
We Believe Lincoln Educational Services' (NASDAQ:LINC) Earnings Are A Poor Guide For Its Profitability
NasdaqGS:LINC 1 Year Share Price vs Fair Value Explore Lincoln Educational Services's Fair Values from the Community...Analysis Article • Jun 01
The Returns On Capital At Lincoln Educational Services (NASDAQ:LINC) Don't Inspire Confidence
What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? One common...Analysis Article • May 08
An Intrinsic Calculation For Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ:LINC) Suggests It's 31% Undervalued
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Lincoln Educational Services fair value estimate is US$26.94...Seeking Alpha • Mar 10
Lincoln Educational Services: Let Your Winners Run
Summary Lincoln Educational Services has delivered a ~200% gain since 2022, driven by a consistently strong story and impressive performance amid challenging conditions. Initially a deep value play, LINC's valuation has expanded to about 9x EBITDA for 2025, reflecting its robust growth prospects. The demand for Lincoln graduates in skilled trades and nursing remains high, and the countercyclical nature of its business model is a key strength. Despite a fuller valuation, the underlying growth drivers and favorable cyclical and political conditions suggest continued investment potential. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Nov 09
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation's (NASDAQ:LINC) P/E Is Still On The Mark Following 36% Share Price Bounce
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation ( NASDAQ:LINC ) shareholders have had their patience rewarded with a 36% share...Analysis Article • Nov 07
At US$15.09, Is It Time To Put Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ:LINC) On Your Watch List?
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation ( NASDAQ:LINC ), might not be a large cap stock, but it led the NASDAQGS...
New Narrative • Sep 24
Hybrid Instructional Platform To Boost Efficiency, Enrollment, And Profit Margins
Introduction of Lincoln 10.0 and strategic campus expansions are poised to boost operational efficiency, student retention, and revenue growth.Analysis Article • Aug 04
When Should You Buy Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ:LINC)?
While Lincoln Educational Services Corporation ( NASDAQ:LINC ) might not have the largest market cap around , it led...Seeking Alpha • Jul 26
Lincoln Educational: Not A Good Time To Start Or Add To A Position (Rating Downgrade)
Summary Lincoln Education has performed well, with accelerating top-line growth but decreasing margins due to heavy investments. The company's financial position is strong, with no debt and high interest expenses impacting performance in the last quarter. The company's Lincoln 10.0 platform is expected to drive efficiency and profitability, with potential for margin improvement in the future. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Jul 17
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (NASDAQ:LINC) Stock Rockets 26% As Investors Are Less Pessimistic Than Expected
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation ( NASDAQ:LINC ) shares have continued their recent momentum with a 26% gain in...Shareholder Returns
| LINC | US Consumer Services | US Market | |
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| 7D | 7.2% | -1.6% | 2.1% |
| 1Y | 119.2% | -21.2% | 30.6% |
Return vs Industry: LINC exceeded the US Consumer Services industry which returned -19% over the past year.
Return vs Market: LINC exceeded the US Market which returned 31% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| LINC volatility | |
|---|---|
| LINC Average Weekly Movement | 6.6% |
| Consumer Services Industry Average Movement | 7.9% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.1% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.2% |
Stable Share Price: LINC has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: LINC's weekly volatility (7%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | 2,390 | Scott Shaw | www.lincolntech.edu |
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation, together with its subsidiaries, provides various career-oriented postsecondary education services to high school graduates and working adults in the United States. It operates in two segments, Campus Operations and Transitional. The company offers associate’s degree, and diploma and certificate programs in automotive technology; skilled trades programs, including electrical, heating and air conditioning repair, welding, computerized numerical control, and electrical and electronic systems technology; and health science and information technology programs.
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation Fundamentals Summary
| LINC fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$1.43b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$20.00m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$518.24m |
69.9x
P/E Ratio2.7x
P/S RatioIs LINC overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| LINC income statement (TTM) | |
|---|---|
| Revenue | US$518.24m |
| Cost of Revenue | US$205.39m |
| Gross Profit | US$312.85m |
| Other Expenses | US$292.85m |
| Earnings | US$20.00m |
Last Reported Earnings
Dec 31, 2025
Next Earnings Date
May 11, 2026
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 0.63 |
| Gross Margin | 60.37% |
| Net Profit Margin | 3.86% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 0% |
How did LINC perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/05/07 16:48 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/05/07 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
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.
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| Company Financials | 10 years |
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| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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| Key Developments | 10 years |
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* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
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Analyst Sources
Lincoln Educational Services Corporation is covered by 14 analysts. 5 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Jeffrey Meuler | Baird |
| Gary Bisbee | Barclays |
| Alexander Paris | Barrington Research Associates, Inc. |