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STRAStrategic Education, Inc.
$79.19$1.8B
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STRA logoStrategic Education, Inc.(STRA)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios

STRA•NASDAQ
$79.19
14.6× P/E·Price updated Jul 7, 2026
SectorConsumer DefensiveIndustryEducation & TrainingSub-IndustryDegree-Granting Colleges and Universities
AboutStrategic Education, Inc., through its subsidiaries, provides education services through campus-based and online post-secondary education, and programs to develop job-ready skills. It operates through three segments: U.S. Higher Education, Australia/New Zealand, and Education Technology Services. The company operates Strayer University that offers undergraduate and graduate degree programs in business administration, accounting, information technology, education, health services administration, public administration, and criminal justice at physical campuses located in the eastern United States, as well as through online; non-degree web and mobile application development courses through Hackbright Academy and Devmountain; and an executive MBA online through its Jack Welch Management Institute. It also operates Capella University, an online post-secondary education institution that provides various bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degree programs to working adults in arts and sciences, business and technology, counseling and human services, education, nursing and health sciences, psychology, and public service leadership. The company operates Torrens University, which offers undergraduate, graduate, higher degree by research, and specialized degree courses primarily in business, design and creative technology, health, hospitality, and education fields through online and on physical campuses located in Australia; Think Education, a vocational training organization; and Media Design School, which provides industry-endorsed courses in 3D animation and visual effects, game art and programming, graphic and motion design, digital media artificial intelligence, and creative advertising in New Zealand. It also offers Workforce Edge, a platform to employers that provides education benefits administration solutions; and Sophia Learning, which enables lower cost education benefits programs. The company was founded in 1892 and is headquartered in Herndon, Virginia.Show more
  • Revenue$1.27B+4.0%
  • EBITDA$245M+22.3%
  • Net Income$127M+12.4%
  • EPS (Diluted)5.42+16.1%
  • Gross Margin48.97%+4.9%
  • EBITDA Margin19.28%+17.6%
  • Operating Margin15.47%+21.2%
  • Net Margin9.98%+8.1%
  • ROE7.65%+12.6%

STRA Price & Volume

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart

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Stagnant Revenue Growth Challenges Capital Allocation Strategy

Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1

VerdictNeutral
Growth:Decelerating
Profitability:Moderate
Financial:Fortress
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Regulatory Title IV exposure

Key Thesis Takeaways

  • Strategic Education faces a challenging growth environment as year-over-year revenue expansion decelerated to 0.8% in 2026Q1, necessitating a shift toward operational efficiency to sustain profitability.
  • While the company maintains a fortress balance sheet with a low 0.07 debt-to-equity ratio, investors should monitor the significant $1.3B goodwill concentration and potential regulatory headwinds impacting Title IV revenue.
  • Management's commitment to aggressive capital returns, evidenced by $40.0M in 2026Q1 share repurchases, provides shareholder value but may limit reinvestment capacity during this period of top-line stagnation.

Verdict Logic

while the stock trades at a modest 10.97 forward P/E, the lack of top-line momentum and the potential for regulatory impairment of core revenue streams warrant a cautious approach.

STRA Growth Metrics

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR

Revenue CAGR

10 Years11.31%
5 Years4.3%
3 Years5.98%
TTM3.02%

Profit CAGR

10 Years12.21%
5 Years7.98%
3 Years39.47%
TTM15.04%

EPS CAGR

10 Years3.81%
5 Years7.53%
3 Years40.84%
TTM20.94%

Return on Capital

10 Years8.93%
5 Years6.19%
3 Years7.99%
Last Year10.74%

STRA Recent Earnings

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters

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●Beat EPS 10/12 qtrs (83%)●Beat Revenue 7/12 qtrs (58%)
Q2 2026Latest
Apr 23, 2026
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.42-6.0%
$1.51
Rev
$306M-1.2%
$310M
Q1 2026
Feb 26, 2026
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.74+23.4%
$1.41
Rev
$323M+0.3%
$322M
Q4 2025
Nov 6, 2025
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.63+25.4%
$1.30
Rev
$320M-0.7%
$322M
Q3 2025
Jul 30, 2025
Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.52+7.0%
$1.42
Rev
$321M+1.9%
$315M
QuarterDateEPS (Act vs Est)Revenue (Act vs Est)
Q2 2026LatestApr 23, 2026
$1.42vs $1.51-6.0%
$306Mvs $310M-1.2%
Q1 2026Feb 26, 2026
$1.74vs $1.41+23.4%
$323Mvs $322M+0.3%
Q4 2025Nov 6, 2025
$1.63vs $1.30+25.4%
$320Mvs $322M-0.7%
Q3 2025Jul 30, 2025
$1.52vs $1.42+7.0%
$321Mvs $315M+1.9%
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →

Latest STRA News

Recent stock market news and headlines for Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA)

Zacks Investment Research·6 days ago
STRA vs. LINC: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

Investors interested in Schools stocks are likely familiar with Strategic Education (STRA) and Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (LINC). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?

Zacks Investment Research·Jun 26, 2026
Are Investors Undervaluing Strategic Education (STRA) Right Now?

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

Business Wire·Jun 24, 2026
Strategic Education, Inc. Schedules Second Quarter 2026 Results Conference Call

HERNDON, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Strategic Education, Inc. (Strategic Education) (NASDAQ: STRA) today announced that it will host a conference call to discuss its second quarter results on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET. A news release outlining the results will be issued before the market opens the same day. This call will be available via webcast. To access the live webcast of the conference call on July 29, please go to www.strategiceducation.com in the Investor Relations section 15.

Zacks Investment Research·Jun 15, 2026
STRA or LINC: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

Investors interested in Schools stocks are likely familiar with Strategic Education (STRA) and Lincoln Educational Services Corporation (LINC). But which of these two stocks is more attractive to value investors?

Peers Comparison

Key metrics vs top competitors for Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA)

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CompanyPriceMarket CapP/E RatioRev Growth (1Y)Net MarginROEDiv Yield
STRA logoSTRAStrategic Education, Inc.Current
$79.19$1.8B14.613.96%9.98%7.65%3.18%
PRDO logoPRDOPerdoceo Education Corporation
$35.16$2.2B14.5324.2%19.91%17.21%—
LAUR logoLAURLaureate Education, Inc.
$39.86$5.69B21.098.64%16.08%25.36%—
GHC logoGHCGraham Holdings Company
$1155.24$5.02B17.382.52%7.94%6.39%—
ATGE logoATGEAdtalem Global Education Inc.
$106.64$3.7B17.5712.85%13.41%18.37%—
LOPE logoLOPEGrand Canyon Education, Inc.
$152.96$4.15B19.847.07%26.92%29.53%—

Compare STRA vs Peers

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.

Closest Rival

vs PRDO

Most directly comparable listed peer for STRA.

Scale Benchmark

vs GOOGL

Larger-name benchmark to compare STRA against a more recognizable public peer.

Peer Set

Compare Top 5

vs PRDO, LAUR, GHC, ATGE

STRA SEC Filings & Documents

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)

8-K Announcements

6
Material company update

Apr 23, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Feb 26, 2026·SEC

Material company update

Nov 6, 2025·SEC

10-K Annual Reports

5
FY 2026

Feb 27, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Feb 27, 2025·SEC

FY 2024

Feb 29, 2024·SEC

10-Q Quarterly Reports

6
FY 2026

Apr 23, 2026·SEC

FY 2025

Nov 6, 2025·SEC

FY 2025

Jul 30, 2025·SEC

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STRA Frequently Asked Questions

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained

Growth & Financials
What is Strategic Education, Inc.'s revenue?

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) reported $1.27B in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 2723% increase from $45.0M in 1996.

How fast is Strategic Education, Inc. growing?

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) grew revenue by 4.0% over the past year. Growth has been modest.

Is STRA profitable?

Yes, Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) is profitable, generating $129.7M in net income for fiscal year 2025 (10.0% net margin).

Dividend & Returns
Does STRA pay dividends?

Yes, Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) pays a dividend with a yield of 3.18%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.

What is STRA's return on equity?

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) has a return on equity (ROE) of 7.7%. This is below average, suggesting room for improvement.

What is Strategic Education, Inc.'s free cash flow?

Strategic Education, Inc. (STRA) generated $173.9M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.

What if you invested $1,000 in STRA back in 1996?

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