(PRDO) Perdoceo Education - Ratings and Ratios

Exchange: NASDAQ • Country: United States • Currency: USD • Type: Common Stock • ISIN: US71363P1066

PRDO: Online, Campus, Blended, Education, Degree, Non-Degree, Development

Perdoceo Education Corporation (NASDAQ:PRDO) is a provider of postsecondary education, operating through two primary segments: Colorado Technical University (CTU) and The American InterContinental University System (AIUS). The company delivers education through online, campus-based, and blended learning formats, catering to a diverse range of students seeking career-focused academic programs.

CTU offers a broad spectrum of academic programs, including business and management, nursing, healthcare management, computer science, engineering, information systems and technology, project management, cybersecurity, and criminal justice. These programs are designed to align with high-demand fields, reflecting the companys focus on preparing students for specific career pathways. AIUS, on the other hand, provides programs in business studies, information technologies, education, and health sciences, further diversifying Perdoceos educational offerings.

eyond its degree programs, Perdoceo also offers non-degree and professional development courses, recognizing the growing demand for lifelong learning and skill enhancement. The company has invested in technology to enhance the learning experience, including intellipath, a proprietary learning platform designed to personalize education for students. Additionally, it operates a mobile application and two-way messaging platform, reflecting its commitment to modernizing the delivery of education.

Formerly known as Career Education Corporation, Perdoceo Education Corporation rebranded in January 2020, signaling a strategic shift in its focus and operations. The company, incorporated in 1994 and headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois, has a market capitalization of approximately $1.87 billion as of recent data. Its financial metrics include a P/E ratio of 14.23, a forward P/E of 11.99, a P/B ratio of 1.99, and a P/S ratio of 2.87, providing investors with key insights into its valuation and performance.

For investors and fund managers, Perdoceos position in the education services sector, combined with its diversified program offerings and technological investments, makes it a notable player in the postsecondary education landscape. Its focus on career-oriented programs and online learning aligns with broader trends in education technology and workforce development, presenting potential opportunities for growth in a rapidly evolving industry.

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PRDO Stock Overview

Market Cap in USD 1,670m
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Education & Training Services
GiC Sub-Industry Education Services
IPO / Inception 1998-01-29

PRDO Stock Ratings

Growth 5y 72.4%
Fundamental 48.4%
Dividend 56.0%
Rel. Strength Industry 28.6
Analysts 4/5
Fair Price Momentum 26.36 USD
Fair Price DCF 43.18 USD

PRDO Dividends

Dividend Yield 12m 1.57%
Yield on Cost 5y 3.76%
Annual Growth 5y 47.71%
Payout Consistency 100.0%

PRDO Growth Ratios

Growth Correlation 3m -27.9%
Growth Correlation 12m 76.9%
Growth Correlation 5y 66.9%
CAGR 5y 20.08%
CAGR/Max DD 5y 0.46
Sharpe Ratio 12m 0.14
Alpha 32.26
Beta 0.83
Volatility 29.36%
Current Volume 400.9k
Average Volume 20d 650.1k
What is the price of PRDO stocks?
As of March 15, 2025, the stock is trading at USD 24.60 with a total of 400,878 shares traded.
Over the past week, the price has changed by -2.77%, over one month by -13.12%, over three months by -11.94% and over the past year by +41.87%.
Is Perdoceo Education a good stock to buy?
Partly, yes. Based on ValueRay Fundamental Analyses, Perdoceo Education (NASDAQ:PRDO) is currently (March 2025) ok to buy, but has to be watched. It has a ValueRay Fundamental Rating of 48.43 and therefor a somewhat positive outlook according to the companies health.
Based on ValueRays Analyses, Dividends and Discounted-Cash-Flow, the Fair Value of PRDO as of March 2025 is 26.36. This means that PRDO is currently overvalued and has a potential downside of 7.15%.
Is PRDO a buy, sell or hold?
Perdoceo Education has received a consensus analysts rating of 4.00. Therefor, it is recommend to buy PRDO.
  • Strong Buy: 0
  • Buy: 1
  • Hold: 0
  • Sell: 0
  • Strong Sell: 0
What are the forecast for PRDO stock price target?
According to ValueRays Forecast Model, PRDO Perdoceo Education will be worth about 29.1 in March 2026. The stock is currently trading at 24.60. This means that the stock has a potential upside of +18.25%.
Issuer Forecast Upside
Wallstreet Target Price 35 42.3%
Analysts Target Price 32 30.1%
ValueRay Target Price 29.1 18.3%