CHARLES TOWN, W.Va., Nov 08, 2010 (BUSINESS WIRE) --
American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) - parent company of
online learning provider American
Public University System (APUS), which operates through American
Military University (AMU) and American
Public University (APU) - announced financial results for the
quarter ended September 30, 2010.
Recent Highlights:
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Net course registrations increased to approximately 69,200 in the
third quarter of 2010, a year-over-year increase of 25%.
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Net course registrations from new students in the third quarter of
2010 increased to approximately 16,000, an increase of approximately
9% over the same period of 2009.
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As of September 30, 2010, a total of approximately 77,700 students
were enrolled in American Public University System, a year-over-year
increase of 31%.
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American Public Education reported third quarter 2010 revenues
increased 32% to $48.3 million, compared to $36.5 million in the third
quarter of 2009.
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Income from operations before interest income and income tax in the
third quarter of 2010 increased 11% to $9.3 million, compared to $8.4
million in the same period of 2009.
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Net income for the third quarter of 2010 increased 11% to $5.6 million
or $0.30 per diluted share, compared to $5.0 million or $0.27 per
diluted share in the same period of 2009.
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As of September 30, 2010, the Company repurchased 340,000 shares under
its repurchase program for an aggregate amount of $9.2 million.
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American Public Education anticipates fourth quarter 2010 net course
registrations to increase between 26% and 29%; net course
registrations from new students to increase between 18% and 20%;
revenues to increase between 27% and 30% over the prior year period;
and net income to be between $0.45 and $0.47 per diluted share.
Financial and Other Results:
Total revenues for the third quarter of 2010 increased 32% to $48.3
million, compared to total revenues of $36.5 million in the third
quarter of 2009. Income from operations before interest income and
income tax in the third quarter of 2010 increased 11% to $9.3 million,
compared to $8.4 million in the same period of 2009. Stock-based
compensation expense reduced operating income by $704,000 in the third
quarter of 2010 and $562,000 in the third quarter of 2009.
Income from operations before interest income and income tax in the
third quarter of 2010 includes $326,000 of additional legal fees and
related expenses in connection with preparing responses to the request
for information from the U.S. Senate Committee on Health, Education,
Labor and Pensions relating to the Committee's hearings on for-profit
colleges.
Net income for the third quarter of 2010 increased 11% to $5.6 million
or $0.30 per diluted share, which includes $434,000 or $0.02 per diluted
share in stock-based compensation expense net of tax. This compares to
net income of $5.0 million or $0.27 per diluted share for the third
quarter of 2009, including $359,000 or $0.02 per diluted share in
stock-based compensation expense net of tax. The weighted average
diluted shares outstanding for the third quarter of 2010 and 2009 was
approximately 18.9 million in each period.
For the nine months ended September 30, 2010, total revenues were $141.9
million, an increase of 35% compared to total revenues of $105.3 million
in the same period of 2009. Income from operations before interest
income and income tax for the nine months ended September 30, 2010
increased 32% to $34.2 million, compared to $25.9 million in the same
period of 2009. Stock-based compensation expense reduced each period's
operating income by $2.2 million and $1.6 million, respectively.
The Company repurchased 340,000 shares under the Company's previously
announced repurchase program for an aggregate amount of $9.2 million. As
of September 30, 2010, there was $10.8 million available for further
repurchases of the Company's shares under the repurchase program.
Net income for the nine months ended September 30, 2010 increased 30% to
$20.3 million or $1.07 per diluted share, which includes $1.4 million or
$0.07 per diluted share in stock-based compensation expense net of tax.
This compares to net income of $15.6 million or $0.82 per diluted share
in the same period of 2009, including $1.1 million or $0.06 per diluted
share in stock-based compensation expense net of tax. The weighted
average diluted shares outstanding for the nine months ended September
30, 2010 and 2009 were approximately 19.0 million and 18.9 million,
respectively.
Total cash and cash equivalents as of September 30, 2010 were $86.6
million with no long-term debt. Cash from operations for the nine months
ended September 30, 20010 was $32.8 million, compared to $22.8 million
in the same period of 2009. Capital expenditures were $14.4 million for
the nine months ended September 30, 2010, which compares to $8.6 million
in capital expenditures in the same period of 2009. Depreciation and
amortization was $4.7 million for the nine months ended September 30,
2010 and $3.9 million for the same period of 2009.
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Net Course Registrations and Student Enrollment:
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For the three months ended September 30,
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2009
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2010
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% Change
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Net Course Registrations from New Students
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14,700
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16,000
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9%
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Net Course Registrations
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55,300
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69,200
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25%
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For the nine months ended September 30,
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2009
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2010
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% Change
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Net Course Registrations from New Students
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36,400
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43,200
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19%
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Net Course Registrations
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149,800
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198,200
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32%
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Note: Net course registrations represent the aggregate number of
classes in which students remain enrolled after the date by which
they may drop the course without financial penalty.
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Fourth Quarter 2010 Outlook:
The following statements are based on current expectations. These
statements are forward-looking and actual results may differ materially.
The Company undertakes no obligation to update publicly any
forward-looking statements for any reason.
American Public Education anticipates fourth quarter 2010 net course
registrations to increase between 26% and 29%; net course registrations
from new students to increase between 18% and 20%; revenues to increase
between 27% and 30% over the prior year period; and net income to be
between $0.45 and $0.47 per diluted share.
Webcast:
A live webcast of the Company's third quarter earnings conference call
will be broadcast at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time today. This call will be
open to listeners who log in through the Company's investor relations
website, www.AmericanPublicEducation.com.
A replay of the live webcast will also be available starting
approximately one hour after the conclusion of the live conference call.
The replay will be archived and available to listeners for one year.
About American Public Education, Inc.
American Public Education, Inc. (NASDAQ: APEI) is an online provider of
higher education focused primarily on serving the military and public
service communities. American
Public University System (APUS), wholly owned by APEI, comprises
two universities - American
Military University (AMU) and American
Public University (APU). Regionally and nationally accredited,
APUS serves more than 75,000 adult learners worldwide and offers 79
degree programs in fields ranging from homeland security, military
studies, intelligence, and criminal justice to technology, business
administration, public health, and liberal arts.
Forward Looking Statements
Statements made in this press release regarding American Public
Education, Inc. or its subsidiaries, that are not historical facts are
forward-looking statements based on current expectations, assumptions,
estimates and projections about American Public Education, Inc. and the
industry. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and
uncertainties that could cause actual future events or results to differ
materially from such statements. Forward-looking statements can be
identified by words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could,"
"estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "should," "will" and "would."
These forward-looking statements include, without limitation, statements
regarding expected growth and share repurchase activity. Actual results
could differ materially from those expressed or implied by these
forward-looking statements as a result of various factors, including the
various risks described in the "Risk Factors" section and elsewhere in
the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31,
2009 as filed with the SEC. The Company undertakes no obligation to
update publicly any forward-looking statements for any reason, even if
new information becomes available or other events occur in the future.
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| American Public Education, Inc. |
| Consolidated Statement of Income |
| (In thousands, except per share data) |
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Three Months Ended |
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September 30, |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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(Unaudited) |
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Revenues
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$
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48,295
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$
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36,471
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Costs and expenses:
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Instructional costs and services
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19,483
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14,745
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Selling and promotional
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9,621
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5,598
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General and administrative
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8,194
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6,465
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Depreciation and amortization
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1,682
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1,277
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Total costs and expenses
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38,980
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28,085
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Income from operations before
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interest income and income taxes
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9,315
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8,386
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Interest income, net
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28
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30
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Income before income taxes
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9,343
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8,416
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Income tax expense
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3,755
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3,404
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Net income
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$
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5,588
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$
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5,012
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Net Income per common share:
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Basic
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$
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0.30
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$
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0.28
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Diluted
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$
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0.30
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$
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0.27
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Weighted average number of
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common shares:
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Basic
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18,430,021
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18,195,583
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Diluted
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18,931,197
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18,910,456
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| American Public Education, Inc. |
| Consolidated Statement of Income |
| (In thousands, except per share data) |
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Nine Months Ended |
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September 30, |
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2010 |
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2009 |
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(Unaudited) |
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Revenues
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$
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141,860
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$
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105,345
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Costs and expenses:
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Instructional costs and services
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54,884
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41,861
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Selling and promotional
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24,850
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15,085
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General and administrative
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23,277
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18,563
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Depreciation and amortization
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4,658
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3,934
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Total costs and expenses
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107,669
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79,443
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Income from operations before
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interest income and income taxes
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34,191
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25,902
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Interest income, net
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85
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70
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Income before income taxes
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34,276
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25,972
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Income tax expense
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14,015
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10,408
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Net income
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$
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20,261
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$
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15,564
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Net Income per common share:
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Basic
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$
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1.10
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$
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0.86
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Diluted
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$
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1.07
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$
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0.82
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Weighted average number of
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common shares:
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Basic
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18,380,178
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18,137,946
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Diluted
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18,970,381
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18,899,522
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SOURCE: American Public Education, Inc.
American Public Education, Inc.
Harry T. Wilkins, CPA
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
304-724-3722
or
Christopher L. Symanoskie
Associate Vice President, Corporate Communications
703-334-3880