Strategic Education, Inc.

NasdaqGS:STRA Stock Report

Market Cap: US$1.8b

Strategic Education Future Growth

Future criteria checks 2/6

Strategic Education is forecast to grow earnings and revenue by 16.7% and 3.7% per annum respectively.

Key information

16.7%

Earnings growth rate

n/a

EPS growth rate

Consumer Services earnings growth13.4%
Revenue growth rate3.7%
Future return on equityn/a
Analyst coverage

Low

Last updated24 Apr 2026

Recent future growth updates

Recent updates

STRA: AI Efficiencies And Cost Controls Will Support Future Margin Expansion

Narrative Update on Strategic Education The updated analyst price target for Strategic Education moves to $87 from $95, as analysts factor in softer enrollment trends highlighted in recent research while also acknowledging cost efficiencies and AI-driven margin support. These factors are reflected in slightly revised growth, profitability, discount rate, and future P/E assumptions.

Strategic Education: Moving To The Sidelines Following Read-Through From Phoenix Education Partners Customer Acquisition Issues

Apr 14

STRA: Cost Controls And AI Efficiencies Will Support Future Earnings Power

Narrative Update on Strategic Education The Street’s price target on Strategic Education has shifted to $95 from $105, with analysts pointing to a mixed Q4 that combined steeper than expected US enrollment declines with EBITDA support from cost cutting and AI-driven efficiencies. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a mixed setup for Strategic Education, with analysts weighing enrollment pressure in the US against cost actions and AI-driven efficiencies that supported EBITDA in Q4.

STRA: Cost Controls And AI Efficiencies Will Support Stronger Future Margins

Analysts have trimmed their price target on Strategic Education to $95 from $105, reflecting updated views on fair value after a mixed Q4 in which weaker than expected US enrollment offset EBITDA support from cost cutting and AI driven efficiencies, along with a lower assumed future P/E multiple and revised margin and growth assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts see the EBITDA outperformance in Q4, supported by cost cutting and AI driven efficiencies, as evidence that management can protect profitability even when enrollment trends are not favorable.

Investors Holding Back On Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA)

Jan 05
Investors Holding Back On Strategic Education, Inc. (NASDAQ:STRA)

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

Nov 20
Strategic Education (NASDAQ:STRA) Has Affirmed Its Dividend Of $0.60

There May Be Some Bright Spots In Strategic Education's (NASDAQ:STRA) Earnings

Nov 13
There May Be Some Bright Spots In Strategic Education's (NASDAQ:STRA) Earnings

STRA: Future Technology And AI Efficiencies Will Drive Improved Operating Margins

Analysts have increased their price target for Strategic Education from $88 to $94 per share, citing stronger growth at Capella, ongoing investments, and expectations for improved operating margins as a result of technology efficiencies. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst updates reflect evolving perspectives on Strategic Education's performance and prospects.

Analyst Commentary Highlights Growth Prospects and Valuation Stability for Strategic Education

Narrative Update on Strategic Education Analysts have increased their price target for Strategic Education from $88 to $94, citing stronger growth in Capella from targeted investments and employer enrollments. They also noted anticipated benefits from regulatory changes and operational efficiencies.

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

Analysts have slightly increased their price target for Strategic Education, raising it to $94 from $88. They cite stronger growth at Capella, expected benefits from technology efficiencies, and a positive outlook on regulatory developments.

A Piece Of The Puzzle Missing From Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) Share Price

Jun 21
A Piece Of The Puzzle Missing From Strategic Education, Inc.'s (NASDAQ:STRA) Share Price

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

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

Earnings and Revenue Growth Forecasts

NasdaqGS:STRA - Analysts future estimates and past financials data (USD Millions)
DateRevenueEarningsFree Cash FlowCash from OpAvg. No. Analysts
12/31/20281,417N/AN/AN/A1
12/31/20271,3421751762213
12/31/20261,2901561541993
3/31/20261,271130174218N/A
12/31/20251,268127154198N/A
9/30/20251,256114132175N/A
6/30/20251,242115124166N/A
3/31/20251,233113118159N/A
12/31/20241,220113129169N/A
9/30/20241,211126144183N/A
6/30/20241,191117139178N/A
3/31/20241,167102122160N/A
12/31/20231,1337080117N/A
9/30/20231,100495188N/A
6/30/20231,077374886N/A
3/31/20231,0633863105N/A
12/31/20221,0654783126N/A
9/30/20221,0685096144N/A
6/30/20221,0754886135N/A
3/31/20221,10053112158N/A
12/31/20211,13255131181N/A
9/30/20211,12739100145N/A
6/30/20211,09646112157N/A
3/31/20211,05361108153N/A
12/31/20201,0288696143N/A
9/30/20201,024109174220N/A
6/30/20201,027115166211N/A
3/31/20201,016105168212N/A
12/31/201999781N/A202N/A
9/30/201997575N/A203N/A
6/30/20198956N/A120N/A
3/31/2019764-14N/A88N/A
12/31/2018634-16N/A47N/A
9/30/2018511-45N/A-3N/A
6/30/201845814N/A53N/A
3/31/201845620N/A49N/A
12/31/201745521N/A56N/A
9/30/201745539N/A59N/A
6/30/201744935N/A55N/A
3/31/201744533N/A54N/A
12/31/201644135N/A45N/A
9/30/201643536N/A53N/A
6/30/201643237N/A56N/A
3/31/201643441N/A62N/A
12/31/201543440N/A78N/A
9/30/201543740N/A70N/A
6/30/201543841N/A76N/A

Analyst Future Growth Forecasts

Earnings vs Savings Rate: STRA's forecast earnings growth (16.7% per year) is above the savings rate (3.4%).

Earnings vs Market: STRA's earnings (16.7% per year) are forecast to grow faster than the US market (16% per year).

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

Revenue vs Market: STRA's revenue (3.7% per year) is forecast to grow slower than the US market (11.1% per year).

High Growth Revenue: STRA's revenue (3.7% 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 STRA'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 Analysis2026/05/03 18:05
End of Day Share Price 2026/05/01 00:00
Earnings2026/03/31
Annual Earnings2025/12/31

Data Sources

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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

Strategic Education, Inc. is covered by 21 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.