Strategic Education, Inc. Common Stock
STRAStrategic Education, Inc. (STRA) is a provider of postsecondary education services, primarily through its subsidiary universities, including Strayer University and Capella University. The company focuses on adult learners, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in various fields, with an emphasis on flexible online learning. It aims to deliver accessible higher education solutions to help working adults advance their careers.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 8, 2025 | $0.60 | 2025-12-01 | 2025-12-01 |
| September 15, 2025 | $0.60 | 2025-09-05 | 2025-09-05 |
| June 2, 2025 | $0.60 | 2025-05-23 | 2025-05-23 |
| March 17, 2025 | $0.60 | 2025-03-10 | 2025-03-10 |
| December 9, 2024 | $0.60 | 2024-12-02 | 2024-12-02 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Strategic Education, Inc. Common Stock has rewarded shareholders with 73 dividend payments over the past 21 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held STRA shares during this period received a total of $39.53 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.60/share was paid 46 days ago, on December 8, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: STRA currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 2.78%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2004, the dividend payout has grown by 823.1%, from $0.07 to $0.60.
- Dividend Reliability: STRA has maintained or increased its dividend for 36 consecutive payments.
Company News
SouthState Bank Corporation appointed former U.S. Senator Ben Sasse to its board of directors, bringing extensive public service, policy, and higher education leadership experience to the company.
Strategic Education reported Q2 2025 earnings with non-GAAP EPS of $1.54, exceeding analyst estimates. The company saw growth in Education Technology Services and employer partnerships, while facing challenges in traditional student enrollment.
The Trump administration is considering dismantling the U.S. Department of Education, which could impact companies in the education, student loan, and technology sectors.
The U.S. education market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.87% from 2024 to 2028, driven by factors like rising income levels, internet penetration, and government initiatives. However, challenges include labor shortages and competition from foreign universities.
Strategic Education, Inc. has outperformed its peers in the education industry, driven by strong enrollment growth in its U.S. Higher Education segment and a rebound in its Australia/New Zealand segment. The company's diversified program offerings and disciplined expense management have also contributed to its margin expansion.
