EpicQuest Education's Expects Heightened Revenue from Robust Increase in its Foundational Program Metrics

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EpicQuest Education Group International (NASDAQ: EEIQ) anticipates a significant increase in revenue due to a substantial rise in enrollment for its foundational programs. The Company's premier program at Peking University has seen a remarkable surge in student registration, with a 300% increase midway through the recruiting season and an expected eight-fold rise by September 2024 compared to the previous year. The introduction of new foundational programs in Beijing and Shanghai is projected to further boost enrollment numbers, generating an additional $5 million in annual revenue. EpicQuest Education's strategic focus on internationalization aims to position the company as a leading provider of higher education services globally.

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• EpicQuest Education expects a substantial revenue increase from heightened enrollment in its foundational programs.
• Enrollment in the premier program at Peking University has surged by over 300% and is projected to increase eight-fold by September 2024 compared to the previous year.
• The Company's expansion into new foundational programs in Beijing and Shanghai is expected to drive additional revenue of $5 million annually.
• EpicQuest Education's strategic growth plan emphasizes internationalization to enhance globalized learning and attract more students to its educational institutions.

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Financial Analyst

EpicQuest Education anticipates a major increase in revenue, backed by a substantial rise in student admissions to its foundational programs. Their foundational program at Peking University—a prestigious institution—reported an impressive growth from 12 to over 50 students within less than a year. If the target of 100 students is achieved, the calculated increment would resonate with an 8x surge in enrollment. Furthermore, the company's strategic decision to increase tuition fees by 30% could enhance revenue significantly, assuming the value proposition aligns with the cost increase and continues to attract students. EpicQuest is also planning to inaugurate two new programs in Shanghai, which could further bolster its growth trajectory. This expansion, though, does necessitate scrutiny of the underlying costs and potential operational risks associated with rapid scaling. Additionally, the forecasted annual revenue boost of $5 million from these foundational programs must be weighed against the investment and ongoing costs required to sustain and further develop such educational offerings.

Education Industry Analyst

The surge in EpicQuest Education's foundational program admissions indicates an accelerating trend towards internationalization within the education sector. The strategic growth plan focusing on international recruitment and globalized learning experiences could position EpicQuest as a competitive player in the market for international education. Their alignment with prestigious universities like Peking University enhances the brand's credibility and appeal. This could increase the company's market share in the transnational education sector, which would be a key differentiator. The launch of new programs in Shanghai also suggests a targeted approach to expansion in key Chinese educational hubs, which is a smart move considering China's large market for international education. However, it's important to monitor how the increased tuition costs impact demand and whether the company can maintain its student recruitment momentum. Another aspect to consider is the retention rate of these foundational students and their transition to degree programs at Davis and EduGlobal, as these are critical for long-term revenue and brand reputation.

Admission to the Premier Program at Peking University Increased More Than 300% and is Expected to be 8x Last Year's Enrollment by September 2024

MIDDLETOWN, Ohio, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- EpicQuest Education Group International Limited (NASDAQ: EEIQ), ("EpicQuest Education", "EEIQ" or the "Company"), a provider of higher education for domestic and international students in the US, Canada and the UK, today announced bolstered metrics related to its foundational programs for EpicQuest Education's Davis University ("Davis") and EduGlobal College ("EduGlobal") programs. As a course of study for students to acquire the skills needed for their programs, foundational programs can also increase international enrollment at both Davis and EduGlobal.

Jianbo Zhang, Chief Executive Officer of EpicQuest Education, commented, "We are pleased to have developed foundational programs that are essential for many international students to ensure the success of their academic journeys. Our foundational program at Peking University, China's preeminent institution of higher learning, is consistent with our standard of excellence and globalized learning experience at our two schools in the US and Canada."

"Our foundational programs align with our mission of internationalization, which is a vital element to our strategic growth plan. We plan to develop foundational programs in several regions of the world where we engage in active recruitment. They also represent an additional revenue stream for the Company while also helping to direct students into Davis and EduGlobal," said Chief Financial Officer Zhenyu Wu.

The Company's premier foundational program is based at Peking University, and for the Fall 2024 foundational program intake, the Company currently has more than 50 students registered with its target to have at least 100 students registered by September 2024. This compares with only 12 students that were enrolled in the Company's foundational program in September 2023, though recruiting for this new Company program only began in August 2023. This represents an increase of more than 300% midway through the recruiting season with an expected eight-fold increase by September 2024 as compared to the same period last year.

The Company has been operating another foundational program in Beijing for the past two years, and it plans to launch two foundational programs with top universities in Shanghai starting in August 2024. The Company believes that the new programs will significantly increase the number of students enrolled into Davis and EduGlobal. The tuition cost for the Company's foundational programs increased 30% as compared to the year-ago period, and the two-year foundational programs can potentially add $5 million annually to the Company's revenue while also spurring foundational program students to complete their academic studies at Davis and EduGlobal.

EpicQuest Education's Mission of Internationalization

The Company believes that internationalization is a key element of its strategic growth plan. EpicQuest Education's growth plan is to have its operated colleges, Davis University and EduGlobal College, become increasingly focused on international recruiting and enhanced globalized learning to its students as well as pathways to achieve university degrees. The Company's strategic growth plan is to achieve international expansion and establish EEIQ as a truly international service provider of higher learning.

About EpicQuest Education Group International Limited

EpicQuest Education Group International Limited ("EpicQuest Education" or the "Company") provides comprehensive education solutions for domestic and international students seeking university and University degrees in the US, Canada and the UK. The Company owns and operates EduGlobal University, based in British Columbia, Canada, which focuses on English proficiency educational programming for students pursuing academic degrees. The Company operates and is a 70% owner of Davis University, a career training University located in Toledo, Ohio. In addition, the Company has a recruiting relationship with the Miami University Regional campuses, where it maintains residential facilities, a full-service cafeteria, recreational facilities, shuttle buses and an office for the regional campuses that provides study abroad and post-study services for its students; these facilities are not owned, maintained, operated or are a part of Miami University. The Company is also a recruiting agent for the University of the West of Scotland (through The Education Group (London) Ltd) and Coventry University, both of which are located in the UK. EpicQuest Education recently established a wholly owned subsidiary, Gilmore Inv LLC, in Ohio, that will offer international educational programs related to kinesiology and recreation education. The Company also established a company in Ohio, SouthGilmore LLC that has been formed to organize sports-related entertainment projects, which is 40% owned by Gilmore. For more information, please visit www.epicquesteducation.com/.

Safe Harbor Statement

Certain of the statements made in this press release are "forward-looking statements" within the meaning and protections of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, without limitation, the ability of the Company to increase enrollment in its foundational programs, and the increased revenue expected from such programs. Forward-looking statements include statements with respect to our beliefs, plans, objectives, goals, expectations, anticipations, assumptions, estimates, intentions, and future performance, and involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors, which may be beyond our control, and which may cause the actual results, performance, capital, ownership or achievements of the Company to be materially different from future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. All statements other than statements of historical fact are statements that could be forward-looking statements. You can identify these forward-looking statements through our use of words such as "may," "will," "anticipate," "assume," "should," "indicate," "would," "believe," "contemplate," "expect," "estimate," "continue," "plan," "point to," "project," "could," "intend," "target" and other similar words and expressions of the future.

All written or oral forward-looking statements attributable to us are expressly qualified in their entirety by this cautionary notice, including, without limitation, those risks and uncertainties described in our most recent Form 20-F and otherwise in our SEC reports and filings. Such reports are available upon request from the Company, or from the Securities and Exchange Commission, including through the SEC's Internet website at http://www.sec.gov. We have no obligation and do not undertake to update, revise or correct any of the forward-looking statements after the date hereof, or after the respective dates on which any such statements otherwise are made.

Contacts:

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FAQ

What is the ticker symbol for EpicQuest Education Group International ?

The ticker symbol for EpicQuest Education Group International is 'EEIQ'.

How much has enrollment in the premier program at Peking University increased by?

Enrollment in the premier program at Peking University has increased by over 300% midway through the recruiting season.

What is the expected increase in student registration by September 2024 compared to the previous year?

The Company anticipates an eight-fold increase in student registration by September 2024 compared to the previous year.

How much additional revenue is projected from the new foundational programs in Beijing and Shanghai?

The new foundational programs in Beijing and Shanghai are expected to generate an additional $5 million in annual revenue.

What is EpicQuest Education's strategic focus in terms of growth?

EpicQuest Education's strategic focus is on internationalization to position the company as a leading provider of higher education services globally.