Perdoceo Education Corporation

NasdaqGS:PRDO Stock Report

Market Cap: US$2.0b

Perdoceo Education Future Growth

Future criteria checks 1/6

Perdoceo Education is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 6.5% and 1.8% per annum respectively while EPS is expected to grow by 6.9% per annum.

Key information

6.5%

Earnings growth rate

6.90%

EPS growth rate

Consumer Services earnings growth11.1%
Revenue growth rate1.8%
Future return on equityn/a
Analyst coverage

Low

Last updated14 Sep 2026

Recent future growth updates

Analysis Article • Nov 15

Results: Perdoceo Education Corporation Beat Earnings Expectations And Analysts Now Have New Forecasts

Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong...

Recent updates

Seeking Alpha • Sep 17

Perdoceo Education: USAHS Growth And Cost Discipline Support The Bull Case

Summary Perdoceo Education is rated a buy with a $41 price target, reflecting confidence in 2026 earnings guidance and USAHS-driven profit growth. USAHS's profitability and enrollment growth are sustainable drivers, while AIUS's profit gains rely on cost cuts and need revenue recovery. CTU faces slowing growth and legal risks, but liquidity remains strong, supporting expansion and mitigating near-term financial concerns. Monitoring focuses on Q3 operating income, AIUS's revenue-driven profit, USAHS enrollment, and impacts from new student loan regulations. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
New Narrative • Aug 05

5/8/26 - Perdoceo Education Corporation

Perdoceo Education trades below the value implied by discounting its own free cash flow. On a two-stage model running 10 years of +17.7% growth fading to a 2.5% terminal rate, discounted at 9.8%, the shares are worth USD 91.64 against a market price of USD 32.91 — a 64% discount, or +178% to fair value.
Narrative Update • Jun 25

PRDO: 2026 Earnings Outlook And Share Repurchases Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have raised their price target on Perdoceo Education by $2 to $44, citing updated assumptions on the discount rate and future P/E, while keeping fair value, margin, and revenue inputs essentially unchanged. What’s in the News for Perdoceo Education Perdoceo Education reports that from January 1, 2026 to January 2, 2026, it repurchased 0 shares for US$0 under the existing authorization.
Narrative Update • Jun 06

PRDO: 2026 Earnings Guidance And Higher P/E Multiple Will Support Future Upside

Analysts have lifted their price target on Perdoceo Education by $2, citing updated valuation work that reflects a slightly higher assumed discount rate, a consistent fair value estimate of $44.00, steady revenue growth and profit margin assumptions, and a modestly higher future P/E multiple of about 13.39x. What's in the News Perdoceo Education issued earnings guidance for the second quarter ending June 30, 2026, with expected operating income between US$53.6 million and US$54.6 million, and earnings per diluted share between US$0.74 and US$0.75.
Narrative Update • May 15

PRDO: Higher Margin Outlook Will Support Earnings Power Ahead

Analysts have nudged their price target on Perdoceo Education up by $2 to $44, citing updated views on fair value, discount rate, revenue growth assumptions, profit margin expectations, and a revised future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts view the higher US$44 price target as better aligned with their updated fair value work, suggesting that prior assumptions may have been conservative relative to the company’s current positioning.
Analysis Article • Nov 25

Returns On Capital At Perdoceo Education (NASDAQ:PRDO) Paint A Concerning Picture

To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? Firstly, we'll want to...
Narrative Update • Sep 24

Enrollment Trends And Student Support Technologies Will Shape Future Education

The upward revision in Perdoceo Education's price target appears driven by an increase in its future P/E multiple, with the analyst consensus fair value rising from $40.00 to $42.00. What's in the News The Board of Directors authorized a new share buyback plan of up to $75 million, valid until January 31, 2027; 1,799,571 shares (2.74%) have already been repurchased for $48.81 million under a previous plan.
Analysis Article • Sep 12

Should You Think About Buying Perdoceo Education Corporation (NASDAQ:PRDO) Now?

Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ), is not the largest company out there, but it led the NASDAQGS gainers...
Analysis Article • Aug 04

Perdoceo Education's (NASDAQ:PRDO) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.15

Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ) has announced that it will be increasing its dividend from last year's...
Analysis Article • Jul 03

Perdoceo Education (NASDAQ:PRDO) Is Reinvesting At Lower Rates Of Return

To find a multi-bagger stock, what are the underlying trends we should look for in a business? Ideally, a business will...
Analysis Article • May 28

Perdoceo Education Corporation (NASDAQ:PRDO) Held Back By Insufficient Growth Even After Shares Climb 29%

The Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ) share price has done very well over the last month, posting an...
Analysis Article • Apr 22

At US$24.24, Is Perdoceo Education Corporation (NASDAQ:PRDO) Worth Looking At Closely?

Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from...
Analysis Article • Mar 26

Perdoceo Education Corporation's (NASDAQ:PRDO) Share Price Is Matching Sentiment Around Its Earnings

When close to half the companies in the United States have price-to-earnings ratios (or "P/E's") above 18x, you may...
Seeking Alpha • Jan 22

Perdoceo Education: Better Revenue Than Expected, But New Risks Exist

Summary Perdoceo Education Corporation is well-positioned for growth due to data analytics, the intellipath learning platform, and increased student enrollments. Recent acquisitions, lower expenses, and reduced marketing costs are expected to drive revenue and free cash flow growth. The company benefits from operating in the U.S., avoiding tariffs, and potentially benefiting from tax decreases under the new administration. Despite positive outlook and financials, I closed my position due to a reduced margin of safety and potential risks from new regulations and labor conditions. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Dec 09

Should You Investigate Perdoceo Education Corporation (NASDAQ:PRDO) At US$26.88?

Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from...
Analysis Article • Nov 15

Results: Perdoceo Education Corporation Beat Earnings Expectations And Analysts Now Have New Forecasts

Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ) investors will be delighted, with the company turning in some strong...
Analysis Article • Nov 14

Perdoceo Education Corporation's (NASDAQ:PRDO) Shares Bounce 31% But Its Business Still Trails The Market

Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 31% after a shaky...
Analysis Article • Nov 12

Returns On Capital At Perdoceo Education (NASDAQ:PRDO) Paint A Concerning Picture

If you're looking for a multi-bagger, there's a few things to keep an eye out for. In a perfect world, we'd like to see...
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New Narrative • Sep 24

Strengthening Financials With Critical Acquisitions And Enhanced Student Engagement

Investment in technology and data analytics aims to refine student recruitment and retention, possibly advancing net margins through targeted strategies.
Seeking Alpha • Sep 13

Dirt Cheap Perdoceo Education's Stock: Chatbots To Enrich Learning

Summary Perdoceo Education Corp's investment in virtual campus, mobile platforms, and AI chatbots is expected to enhance learning, increase enrollment, and boost free cash flow and net income growth. New agreements with employers and acquisition of non-degree professional development programs are anticipated to drive student enrollment and profitability. The company's stock repurchase program and recent financial performance suggest a significant undervaluation, with a target price of $40 per share. Despite concerns about declining revenue growth and regulatory risks, the operational changes and digital advancements position PRDO for potential stock price appreciation. Read the full article on Seeking Alpha
Analysis Article • Sep 07

Should You Be Adding Perdoceo Education (NASDAQ:PRDO) To Your Watchlist Today?

For beginners, it can seem like a good idea (and an exciting prospect) to buy a company that tells a good story to...
Analysis Article • Aug 05

Is There Now An Opportunity In Perdoceo Education Corporation (NASDAQ:PRDO)?

Perdoceo Education Corporation ( NASDAQ:PRDO ), might not be a large cap stock, but it received a lot of attention from...

Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts

NasdaqGS:PRDO - Analysts future estimates and past financials data (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsFree Cash FlowCash from OpAvg. No. Analysts
12/31/2027880196N/AN/A1
12/31/2026855187N/AN/A1
6/30/2026859177218225N/A
3/31/2026855170221230N/A
12/31/2025846160217225N/A
9/30/2025811156195203N/A
6/30/2025769154205212N/A
3/31/2025726152167172N/A
12/31/2024681148157162N/A
9/30/2024653133153157N/A
6/30/2024663136134139N/A
3/31/2024683153156162N/A
12/31/2023710148106112N/A
9/30/2023738146131139N/A
6/30/2023727127150160N/A
3/31/202370898121131N/A
12/31/202269596136148N/A
9/30/2022679104141155N/A
6/30/2022685110149163N/A
3/31/2022692111154169N/A
12/31/2021693110181191N/A
9/30/2021704112178186N/A
6/30/2021699124148157N/A
3/31/2021700126170180N/A
12/31/2020687124170180N/A
9/30/2020675125116125N/A
6/30/2020660103118125N/A
3/31/202064175N/A105N/A
12/31/201962871N/A73N/A
9/30/201961557N/A124N/A
6/30/201960554N/A96N/A
3/31/201959163N/A59N/A
12/31/201858156N/A57N/A
9/30/2018579-3N/A26N/A
6/30/2018578-14N/A27N/A
3/31/2018582-19N/A28N/A
12/31/2017596-31N/A-22N/A
9/30/2017609-16N/A-39N/A
6/30/2017631-20N/A-34N/A
3/31/2017668-12N/A-22N/A
12/31/2016704-15N/A6N/A
9/30/2016749157N/A16N/A
6/30/2016785113N/A11N/A
3/31/201681981N/A-12N/A
12/31/201584753N/A-21N/A
9/30/2015994-164N/A-38N/A

Analyst Future Growth Forecasts

Earnings vs Savings Rate: PRDO's forecast earnings growth (6.5% per year) is above the savings rate (3.7%).

Earnings vs Market: PRDO's earnings (6.5% per year) are forecast to grow slower than the US market (17.4% per year).

High Growth Earnings: PRDO's earnings are forecast to grow, but not significantly.

Revenue vs Market: PRDO's revenue (1.8% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the US market (13.6% per year).

High Growth Revenue: PRDO's revenue (1.8% per year) is forecast to grow slower than 20% per year.

Earnings per Share Growth Forecasts

Future Return on Equity

Future ROE: Insufficient data to determine if PRDO's Return on Equity is forecast to be high in 3 years time

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Company Analysis and Financial Data Status

DataLast Updated (UTC time)
Company Analysis2026/09/21 17:42
End of Day Share Price 2026/09/18 00:00
Earnings2026/06/30
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

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

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Analyst Sources

Perdoceo Education Corporation is covered by 18 analysts. 1 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.

AnalystInstitution
null nullArgus Research Company
Jeffrey MeulerBaird
Gary BisbeeBarclays