Perdoceo Education Corporation
PRDOConsumer DefensiveNASDAQEducation & Training Services · Last scanned Jul 18, 2026
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the consumer defensive sector, Perdoceo Education Corporation focuses on Education & Training Services services and products. Perdoceo Education Corporation provides postsecondary education through online, campus-based, and blended learning programs in the United States. Valued at $1.99B, PRDO is a small-cap name in its sector. It operates through three segments: Colorado Technical University (CTU), The American InterContinental University System (AIUS), and University of St.
Market Cap
$1.99B
Beta
0.69
P/E (TTM)
12.42
P/E (Fwd)
9.48
EPS (TTM)
$2.55
EPS (Fwd)
$3.34
ROE
17.3%
ROA
10.1%
Cash
$679.1M
Total Debt
$117.2M
Free CF
$193.1M
52W Change
6.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Perdoceo Education Corporation holds $679.1M in cash against $117.2M in total debt, giving it a net cash position. This means the company could theoretically pay off all its debt and still have cash remaining. The company generates $193.1M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 17.3%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. Return on assets of 10.1% further supports the picture of efficient asset utilization. Revenue has grown from $695.2M (2022) to $846.1M (2025), reflecting a 22% increase over the period.
The relatively low beta of 0.69 suggests PRDO is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing PRDO's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.