EarningsQ1 2026 Earnings Report
MX:PRDO Q1 2026 EPS Results
Actual EPS$15.03
Consensus EPS$13.97
Beat/MissBeat by +$1.06
One Year Ago EPS$11.49
MX:PRDO Q1 2026 Revenue Results
Actual Revenue$3.92B
Expected Revenue$3.86B
Beat/MissBeat by +$59.12M
YoY Revenue Growth+4.10%
Earnings Announcement Details
QuarterQ1 2026
Date05/07/2026
TimeAfter Close
Conference CallThursday, May 7, 2026
MX:PRDO Upcoming Earnings
Perdoceo Education's next earnings date is estimated for October 29, 2026, based on past reporting schedules.
Q1 2026 Earnings Call Audio
MX:PRDO Q1 2026 Earnings Call
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Q1 2026 Earnings Slide Deck
No slide deck is available for this earnings event.
Q1 2026 Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call emphasized strong profitability, margin expansion, revenue growth and improving enrollment and retention metrics across the company, supported by a solid cash balance and a constructive 2026 outlook. Near-term headwinds include a modest enrollment decline at AIU System, continued reinvestment in marketing and student support that pressures near-term expenses, tax rate/headwind considerations, and CTU comparability as the company laps strong prior quarters and anticipates record graduations. On balance, positive operational and financial momentum, a confident outlook with quantified guidance increases, and a strong balance sheet outweigh the identified challenges.Company Guidance
Strong Profitability and EPS Growth
Net income of $54.0M, or $0.85 per diluted share, up 30.8% vs prior year quarter; adjusted EPS of $0.90, up 28.6% from $0.70 a year ago.
Operating Income and Adjusted Operating Income Expansion
Operating income grew 22% to $63.1M; adjusted operating income (excl. D&A) increased 14.1% to $72.5M versus $63.5M prior year, reflecting improved underlying performance.
Revenue Growth
Total first quarter revenue increased 4.1% to $221.7M from $213.0M, driven by organic growth across academic institutions.
Enrollment Momentum and Retention
Total student enrollments rose 1.1% year-over-year as of March 31; CTU enrollments increased 1.9% to 34,050 (10th consecutive quarter of growth) and retention levels are near multiyear highs.
Segment Strength — St. Augustine
University of St. Augustine revenue increased 9.8% to $43.0M with operating income of $6.3M versus an operating loss in the prior year quarter; expansion of program modalities and expected double-digit adjusted operating income growth for the full year.
Segment Improvements — CTU and AIU System
CTU revenue rose 4.0% to $120.8M and operating income increased 8.1% to $50.5M. AIU System revenue was $57.8M with operating income up 12% to $12.6M; lower bad debt expense helped offset marketing investments.
Strong Cash Position and Operating Cash Flow
Net cash provided by operations was $69.4M vs $65.1M prior year; ending cash, cash equivalents, restricted cash and short-term investments totaled $680M, an increase of ~$36.5M year-over-year.
Confident 2026 Outlook and Capital Allocation
Full year 2026 guidance: adjusted operating income $254M–$263M (vs $237.6M in 2025); adjusted EPS $3.05–$3.16 (vs $2.61 in 2025; ~19% increase at midpoint). Board declared $0.15 quarterly dividend and $91.9M remaining share repurchase authorization.
Investments in Technology and AI Initiatives
Ongoing strategic investments in technology and selective use of generative AI to improve student experience, prospect engagement and academic outcomes; academic pilots and proposed AI-focused courses planned.
MX:PRDO Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
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