Strategic Education Inc

NASDAQ: STRA
$100.65
+$1.30 (+1.3%)
Closing price April 24, 2024
Strategic Education, Inc. offers a broad range of educational services, including campus-based and online post-secondary education, and skill development programs. With a focus on business, technology, health services, and more, it operates Strayer University, Capella University, and several international institutions like Torrens University and Media Design School. It also provides non-degree courses through Hackbright Academy and Devmountain, and business education via the Jack Welch Management Institute. Additionally, Strategic Education offers Workforce Edge, a platform for employers to manage education benefits, and Sophia Learning for affordable education programs. Founded in 1892, its headquarters are in Herndon, Virginia.

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