Aspen Group Stock Price, News & Analysis

Aspen Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASPU) announced on March 27, 2023, that its subsidiary, Aspen University, signed an Amendment to the September 2022 Consent Agreement with the Arizona Board of Nursing. This allows the continuation of the teach-out for the BSN Pre-licensure program. The university expressed gratitude towards the Board for the opportunity and stated its commitment to work cooperatively to meet educational standards and legal requirements. Aspen Group aims to provide affordable education through its universities, Aspen University and United States University.

Aspen Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASPU) announced its intention to voluntarily delist its common stock from the Nasdaq Capital Market, effective around March 31, 2023. The company will file a Form 25 with the SEC by March 23, leading to deregistration under the Securities Exchange Act. This move is expected to reduce operating costs and management obligations, offering significant financial savings to the company. Aspen Group plans to have its stock quoted on the Pink Sheets or another OTC market but warns that ongoing market trading conditions are uncertain. Forward-looking statements regarding financial trends and ongoing regulatory issues are noted.

Aspen Group (ASPU) reported its fiscal Q2 2023 financial results, revealing a 60% gross margin, up from 51% year-over-year, and a net loss reduced to $(2.3) million from $(2.9) million. The company's revenue fell by 10% to $17.1 million, while adjusted EBITDA improved to $0.5 million compared to $(0.7) million year-over-year. Positive operating cash flow totaled $1 million, driven by cost reductions from the restructuring plan. Active student enrollment decreased by 23% to 10,957 as marketing expenditures were curtailed.

Aspen Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASPU) will report financial results for the period ending October 31, 2022, on December 13, 2022, at 4:30 pm ET. A conference call will follow to discuss the results, which will be made available in a press release after market close. Interested parties can access the call by dialing (877) 704-4453 (U.S.) or (201) 389-0920 (International) with passcode 13734314. A transcript of the call will be posted on the company’s website along with a replay option available December 13 through December 20, 2022.

Aspen Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: ASPU) has canceled its Equity Distribution Agreement with Northland Securities, Inc. as part of a restructuring plan aimed at improving working capital and reducing cash burn. CEO Michael Mathews highlighted that the company is encouraged by early results and does not require the agreement for financing. Key components of the restructuring include cutting marketing expenses, projected to save $3.6 million in Q2 and $3.8 million quarterly thereafter, and laying off about 70 employees, expected to save $750,000 in Q2 and $1.1 million each in the following quarters. Overall, the plan aims for savings exceeding $14 million by the end of fiscal 2023.

Aspen Group, Inc. (ASPU) reported a 3% revenue decline in Q1 FY 2023, totaling $18.9 million, primarily influenced by lower marketing spend and enrollment stoppages at its Pre-Licensure BSN campuses. The gross profit fell by 27% to $8.2 million, resulting in a net loss of $3.7 million, translating to a loss per share of $(0.15). A restructuring plan will cut expenses by $4.4 million in Q2 and $4.9 million in Q3 and Q4, aiming for positive cash flow in the second half. Notably, USU's revenue grew 12%, partially offsetting AU’s decline.