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Adtalem Global Education Inc (ATGE)

Adtalem Global Education Inc (ATGE) 4-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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01/09/2026: ATGE (4-star) is a STRONG-BUY. BUY since 3 days. Simulated Profits (3.29%). Updated daily EoD!

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Above Average Performance

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Number of Analysts

1 star rating from financial analysts

4 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $158.25

1 Year Target Price $158.25

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$158.25 Target price
52w Low $86.26
Current$113.57
52w High $156.26

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit 50.66%
Avg. Invested days 66
Today’s Advisory Strong Buy
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Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 4.11B USD
Price to earnings Ratio 17.3
1Y Target Price 158.25
Price to earnings Ratio 17.3
1Y Target Price 158.25
Volume (30-day avg) 4
Beta 0.68
52 Weeks Range 86.26 - 156.26
Updated Date 01/9/2026
52 Weeks Range 86.26 - 156.26
Updated Date 01/9/2026
Dividends yield (FY) -
Basic EPS (TTM) 6.54

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

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Profitability

Profit Margin 13.79%
Operating Margin (TTM) 18.56%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 7.9%
Return on Equity (TTM) 17.38%

Valuation

Trailing PE 17.3
Forward PE 14.81
Enterprise Value 4620744123
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.24
Enterprise Value 4620744123
Price to Sales(TTM) 2.24
Enterprise Value to Revenue 2.52
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.41
Shares Outstanding 36328546
Shares Floating 35451212
Shares Outstanding 36328546
Shares Floating 35451212
Percent Insiders 2.59
Percent Institutions 102.74

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Adtalem Global Education Inc

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Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Adtalem Global Education Inc., formerly DeVry Education Group, was founded in 1931 as a vocational school. It has since evolved into a diversified global education provider, undergoing significant strategic shifts and acquisitions to broaden its offerings in healthcare and veterinary education. Key milestones include its rebranding in 2017 and a strategic focus on high-demand career fields, particularly healthcare.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Medical and Veterinary Education: This segment encompasses institutions like Chamberlain University (nursing and healthcare) and Ross University School of Medicine and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine, providing degree programs in medicine and veterinary science. These programs are designed to address critical workforce needs in healthcare.
  • Technology and Business Education: This segment includes DeVry University, offering undergraduate and graduate programs in technology, business, and management. It also features Western Governors University (WGU), an online university focused on competency-based education.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

Adtalem Global Education Inc. is led by a Board of Directors and a senior executive team. The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) oversees the strategic direction and operations. The company operates through its various educational institutions, each with its own leadership and academic structure.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Chamberlain University Nursing Programs: Offers Associate, Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctoral degrees in nursing. It is a significant provider of nursing education in the US. Competitors include numerous universities and colleges with nursing programs such as Purdue University Global, Grand Canyon University, and local community colleges.
  • Ross University School of Medicine: Provides an MD program designed for international medical graduates. Competitors include other offshore medical schools and medical schools within the US. Specific competitors include American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine and St. George's University School of Medicine.
  • DeVry University Technology and Business Programs: Offers a range of undergraduate and graduate degrees in fields like information technology, business administration, and healthcare management. Competitors include a wide array of traditional and online universities, such as Purdue University Global, Southern New Hampshire University, and Western Governors University itself.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The higher education industry, particularly in healthcare and technology, is characterized by increasing demand for skilled professionals, rising tuition costs, and a growing trend towards online and hybrid learning models. The industry faces challenges related to regulatory scrutiny, accreditation, and the need to adapt to evolving workforce demands.

Positioning

Adtalem Global Education Inc. is positioned as a provider of career-focused education, emphasizing high-demand fields, especially healthcare. Its strength lies in its established institutions and its focus on career outcomes for graduates. The company's competitive advantage stems from its specialized graduate and professional programs and its global reach.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The TAM for post-secondary education, particularly in healthcare and technology, is substantial and growing. While specific TAM figures for Adtalem's niches are complex to isolate, the global market for higher education is valued in trillions of dollars. Adtalem is positioned to capture a segment of this market through its specialized offerings, but faces intense competition from a vast array of educational institutions worldwide.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition in specific healthcare fields (e.g., nursing).
  • Established medical and veterinary schools with international presence.
  • Focus on high-demand career fields leading to strong graduate employment outcomes.
  • Diversified portfolio of educational institutions and programs.

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on tuition revenue, making it sensitive to enrollment fluctuations.
  • Potential challenges in integrating acquisitions and managing diverse institutional cultures.
  • Perception of for-profit education can sometimes be a challenge.
  • High operating costs associated with specialized medical and veterinary programs.

Opportunities

  • Growing global demand for healthcare professionals.
  • Expansion of online and hybrid learning modalities.
  • Strategic acquisitions to expand program offerings and geographic reach.
  • Partnerships with healthcare systems and employers to enhance curriculum relevance.

Threats

  • Increased competition from traditional universities and online education providers.
  • Changes in government regulations and accreditation standards.
  • Economic downturns impacting student enrollment and ability to pay.
  • Negative publicity or reputational risks associated with educational institutions.

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Grand Canyon Education Inc. (LOPE)
  • Perdoceo Education Corporation (PRDO)
  • 2U, Inc. (TWOU)

Competitive Landscape

Adtalem competes in a highly fragmented higher education market. Its competitive advantages lie in its specialized healthcare and veterinary programs, strong graduate outcomes, and established brand reputation. However, it faces challenges from large online providers with lower cost structures and traditional universities with broader brand recognition and diverse funding models.

Major Acquisitions

Allied Health Education

  • Year: 2017
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions): 100
  • Strategic Rationale: To expand its allied health program offerings and cater to the growing demand for healthcare professionals in various specialties.

Western Governors University (WGU) - Partnership

  • Year: 2021
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions):
  • Strategic Rationale: While not a full acquisition, Adtalem announced a strategic partnership with WGU to leverage its competency-based online learning model and expand its reach in online education.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Adtalem's historical growth has been shaped by a combination of organic expansion of its existing institutions and strategic acquisitions. Recent years have seen a pivot towards healthcare and a streamlining of its portfolio.

Future Projections: Future growth projections are typically based on analyst estimates, considering factors such as enrollment trends, new program launches, and the success of recent strategic initiatives. Analysts often provide consensus targets for revenue and earnings growth.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives have included divesting non-core assets, focusing on high-demand healthcare programs, and enhancing digital learning capabilities to adapt to evolving student preferences and market demands. Acquisitions in the healthcare sector have been a key part of its recent strategy.

Summary

Adtalem Global Education Inc. demonstrates strength in its specialized healthcare and veterinary education segments, capitalizing on high demand for skilled professionals. Its strategic focus and established institutions are working well. However, it must continuously adapt to the evolving digital learning landscape and intense competition. Navigating regulatory changes and managing integration of new ventures are key areas to watch for future success.

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  • Adtalem Global Education Inc. Investor Relations
  • SEC Filings (10-K, 10-Q)
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  • Industry Analysis Reports

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About Adtalem Global Education Inc

Exchange NYSE
Headquaters Chicago, IL, United States
IPO Launch date 1991-06-21
CEO & Chairman Mr. Stephen W. Beard J.D.
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Education & Training Services
Full time employees 4703
Full time employees 4703

Adtalem Global Education Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides healthcare education in the United States, Barbados, St. Kitts, and St. Maarten. It operates in three segments: Chamberlain, Walden, and Medical and Veterinary. The company offers degree and non-degree programs, including bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees; and online certificate programs for nursing, health professions, medical, and veterinary postsecondary education, counseling, business, information technology, psychology, public health, social work and human services, public administration and public policy, and criminal justice. It also operates Chamberlain University, Walden University, American University of the Caribbean School of Medicine, Ross University School of Medicine, and Ross University School of Veterinary Medicine. The company was formerly known as DeVry Education Group Inc. and changed its name to Adtalem Global Education Inc. in May 2017. Adtalem Global Education Inc. was incorporated in 1987 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.