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2U, Inc. (NASDAQ: TWOU) partners with leading colleges and universities to deliver the world's best online degree programs, making high-quality education accessible to students everywhere. 2U offers a unique blend of cloud-based software-as-a-service technology and technology-enabled services, providing comprehensive operating infrastructure to schools. This helps institutions attract, enroll, educate, support, and graduate students globally.
The company's no back row® approach integrates live face-to-face classes, dynamic course content, and real-world learning experiences. With this method, every qualified student gains access to superior university education, enhancing their chances of successful outcomes.
2U's platform supports two main segments: Degree Programs and Alternative Credentials. The Degree Program segment, which contributes the majority of the revenue, offers full academic degrees, while the Alternative Credential segment provides short technical courses and certificates for career advancement.
In recent news, 2U has expanded its partnerships, welcoming more than a dozen new organizations to its global online learning platform, edX. These new partners will offer courses in high-demand fields like artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, and healthcare. Additionally, 2U has strengthened its leadership by appointing key executives to streamline operations and enhance business models.
Financially, 2U has displayed resilience and adaptability. Despite a challenging economic landscape, the company reported a solid financial performance for Q1 2024, showing an improved cash position and progress in operational efficiency. However, the company is also focused on addressing its debt and enhancing profitability through strategic cost control measures.
2U's latest initiative includes a 1-for-30 reverse stock split, aimed at increasing the per-share market price to comply with Nasdaq's listing requirements. This move is part of a broader strategy to ensure long-term financial stability and continued growth.
As a global leader in online education, 2U, through its edX platform, connects over 86 million learners with thousands of affordable, career-relevant learning opportunities, in partnership with 260 leading universities and institutions. From free courses to full degrees, 2U is committed to creating a better future for all through the power of high-quality online education.
2U, Inc. (TWOU), a global leader in online education, has initiated a financial restructuring to strengthen its balance sheet and position for growth. The company has entered into a Restructuring Support Agreement (RSA) with lenders and noteholders, which will:
- Provide approximately $110 million of new capital
- Reduce debt by over 50% to about $459 million
- Extend loan maturity dates by over two years
To implement this, 2U filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, expecting to complete the process by September 2024. The company assures that all educational programs and services will continue without interruption. Following court approval, 2U plans to emerge as a private company backed by existing lenders and noteholders.
2U, a leading online education platform, announced a 1-for-30 reverse stock split of its common stock, effective June 13, 2024, following shareholder approval on May 20, 2024.
The stock will begin trading on a post-split basis on June 14, 2024, under the symbol "TWOU". The reverse split aims to increase the per-share market price to meet Nasdaq's minimum bid price requirement. Each 30 shares will be combined into one share, affecting all shareholders equally and proportionally adjusting all equity awards.
No fractional shares will be issued; holders will receive cash payments instead. Equiniti Trust Company will act as the exchange and transfer agent for the split.
Pepperdine University and 2U announced an expansion of their partnership by launching six new online degree programs in education and healthcare disciplines. These include a Master of Science in Education, a Master of Arts in Teaching, three doctoral programs in education, and a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology. The programs aim to address workforce gaps in teaching and healthcare, with the MS in Education launching in 2024 and the others in 2025. To date, over 7,000 learners have enrolled in Pepperdine's programs through this partnership, which began in 2017. The new programs will include in-person training facilitated by 2U's placement network, which has recently achieved over 100,000 placements. The press release underscores 2U's role in providing high-quality, flexible education and Pepperdine's commitment to preparing students for roles in high-demand fields.
2U, Inc. reported financial and operating results for the first quarter of 2024. Despite better-than-expected results, the company faces challenges and is focused on executing a turnaround. Revenue decreased by 17%, with Degree Program Segment revenue down 21% and Alternative Credential Segment revenue down 11%. The net loss was $54.6 million. Adjusted EBITDA decreased by 43% to $17.3 million. The company's increased cash position and performance improvement initiatives aim to strengthen the balance sheet.
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