Universal Technical Institute, Inc. Advances Successful North Star Strategy, Selects Phoenix for New Concorde Division Facility

Rhea-AI Summary

Universal Technical Institute (NYSE: UTI) named Phoenix as the site for a new Concorde Career Colleges healthcare facility under its multi-year North Star strategy. The Concorde-Phoenix campus is scheduled to open in 2027 at 8990 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, and will span about 53,000 square feet to serve more than 620 students in programs including nursing, dental assistant/dental hygiene, medical assistant, physical therapy assistant, pharmacy technician, surgical technology and radiologic technology. The company said Phase II of North Star runs 2026–2029 and includes opening multiple campuses annually and launching roughly 20 new programs each year across UTI and Concorde. The location and programs are subject to state, accreditor and U.S. Department of Education approvals; recruitment will begin after approvals. UTI will report Fiscal Q1 2026 results on Feb 4 at 4:30pm ET.

Positive

• Planned campus size of 53,000 sq ft for comprehensive healthcare training
• Capacity to serve 620+ students in multiple allied-health programs
• Phase II growth plan: opening multiple campuses annually from 2026–2029
• Target to launch ~20 new programs annually across UTI and Concorde

Negative

• Opening and recruitment contingent on state, accreditor and U.S. Department of Education approvals
• Planned expansion may increase near-term operating and capital requirements

Key Figures

Phase II timeline: 2026–2029 Campuses per year: At least 2, up to 5 New programs annually: Approximately 20 +5 more

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Phase II timeline 2026–2029 North Star strategy Phase II campus expansion period

Campuses per year At least 2, up to 5 Planned annual campus openings across UTI and Concorde

New programs annually Approximately 20 Planned program launches across UTI and Concorde divisions

Phoenix opening year 2027 Scheduled opening of Concorde-Phoenix facility

Facility size Approximately 53,000 square feet Planned Concorde-Phoenix training facility in Glendale

Student capacity More than 620 students Expected capacity for Concorde-Phoenix healthcare programs

Earnings call date February 4, 2026, 4:30 p.m. ET Fiscal Q1 2026 earnings call timing

FY 2025 revenue $835.6M Fiscal year 2025 results from recent earnings release

Market Reality Check

Price: $27.70 Vol: Volume 374,145 vs 20-day ...

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$27.70 Last Close

Volume Volume 374,145 vs 20-day average 569,896 ahead of the expansion update. low

Technical Shares at $27.92 vs 200-day MA of $29.61, trading between 52-week low $21.29 and high $36.32.

Peers on Argus

UTI fell 1.48% while peers were mixed: AFYA up 0.61%, COUR, UDMY, DAO and LINC d...

UTI fell 1.48% while peers were mixed: AFYA up 0.61%, COUR, UDMY, DAO and LINC down between 1.38% and 4.65%, suggesting stock-specific factors rather than a unified sector move.

Historical Context

5 past events · Latest: Jan 14 (Neutral)

Pattern 5 events

Date	Event	Sentiment	Move	Catalyst
Jan 14	Earnings call scheduling	Neutral	+0.3%	Announcement of fiscal Q1 2026 results conference call and replay details.
Dec 15	Brand engagement PR	Neutral	+4.9%	Faculty shared holiday safety tips for home and vehicle maintenance.
Dec 02	Policy advocacy	Positive	+2.5%	CEO testimony supporting GI Bill modernization for hybrid and flexible programs.
Dec 02	Strategic partnership	Positive	+2.5%	Hyundai donated 18 IONIQ 5 EVs for integration into EV training courses.
Nov 19	Earnings results	Positive	+1.9%	Reported FY 2025 revenue and earnings growth with 2026 guidance and expansion plans.

Pattern Detected

Recent news, including earnings and strategic initiatives, has generally seen modestly positive next-day price reactions.

Recent Company History

Over the last few months, Universal Technical Institute has reported solid growth, including fiscal 2025 revenue of $835.6M and net income of $63.0M, plus guidance for $905–$915M in fiscal 2026 revenue. Operational news has highlighted partnerships such as Hyundai’s donation of 18 EVs, public policy visibility through congressional testimony, and seasonal outreach campaigns. The current announcement of a new Concorde-Phoenix campus and ongoing multi-campus expansion fits this trajectory of diversification and scaled program growth across healthcare and technical training segments.

Market Pulse Summary

This announcement highlights continued execution of UTI’s North Star strategy, adding a new Concorde...

Analysis

This announcement highlights continued execution of UTI’s North Star strategy, adding a new Concorde-Phoenix healthcare campus planned for 2027 as part of opening 2–5 campuses and ~20 new programs annually through 2026–2029. It builds on prior fiscal 2025 revenue of $835.6M and expanding program breadth. Key factors to watch include state, accreditor and U.S. Department of Education approvals, the pace of enrollment ramp toward the planned 620+ students, and how multi-campus growth affects margins and operational efficiency.

Key Terms

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"The location and programs are subject to state, accreditor and U.S. Department of Education approvals"

The U.S. Department of Education is the federal agency that sets and enforces national education policy, manages federal student loan and grant programs, and oversees rules for schools and training providers. For investors, its decisions are like a referee and banker combined: changes to funding, loan terms, accreditation or enforcement can directly affect the revenue, credit risk and regulatory costs of colleges, lenders and education-related businesses.

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Concorde-Phoenix to offer healthcare programs, including nursing, dental assistant/dental hygiene, medical and physical therapy assistant and allied health.

PHOENIX, Jan. 27, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Universal Technical Institute, Inc., a national leader in workforce training programs, continues to advance its successful North Star strategy to address America's skilled labor shortage. Today, the company announced Phoenix as the site of a new facility for its healthcare division, Concorde Career Colleges.

"The momentum created by the strong execution of our North Star strategy is accelerating as we expand into markets that seek the skilled workers our training programs deliver," said Todd Hitchcock, Chief Operating Officer, Universal Technical Institute, Inc. "Phoenix, with its growing population and ongoing demand for healthcare professionals, is an ideal location for a new Concorde facility that will deliver sustainable growth and meaningful student outcomes."   

Universal Technical Institute's multi-year North Star strategy of growth, diversification and optimization is now in Phase II, which includes opening multiple campuses annually between 2026 and 2029; launching new programs at existing campus locations; and enhancing its operations to make the most efficient use of resources.

In November, Universal Technical Institute announced plans to open at least two and up to five campuses annually, as well as launch approximately 20 new programs annually, across both the UTI and Concorde divisions. As part of this, the company announced new campuses, including Concorde-Atlanta, Concorde-Houston and UTI-Salt Lake City.

"Phoenix is a vibrant hub of economic growth with a robust healthcare sector," said Kevin Prehn, Division President, Concorde Career Colleges. "We look forward to partnering with area hospitals, clinics and dental providers on their workforce needs as we train tomorrow's healthcare professionals in the region."

Scheduled to open in 2027, Concorde-Phoenix will be located at 8990 W. Glendale Ave. in Glendale. The comprehensive training facility will span approximately 53,000 square feet and serve more than 620 students seeking careers in fields such as nursing, dental assistant/dental hygiene, medical assistant, physical therapy assistant, pharmacy technician, surgical technology and radiologic technology. The location and programs are subject to state, accreditor and U.S. Department of Education approvals, and student recruitment will not begin until those approvals are received.

Universal Technical Institute, Inc. will host its first quarter Fiscal 2026 earnings call on Wednesday, February 4 at 4:30pm Eastern. For more information, visit investor.uti.edu.

About Universal Technical Institute, Inc. 
Universal Technical Institute, Inc. (NYSE: UTI) was founded in 1965 and is a leading workforce solutions provider serving students, partners and communities nationwide. The company offers high-quality education and support services for in-demand careers via its two divisions: UTI and Concorde Career Colleges. The UTI division operates 15 campuses located in nine states, with more announced, and offers a wide range of transportation, skilled trades, electrical and energy training programs. Concorde operates across 18 campuses in eight states and online, with more announced, offering programs in the allied health, dental, nursing, patient care and diagnostic fields. For more information, visit www.uti.edu or www.concorde.edu; LinkedIn at @UniversalTechnicalInstitute and @Concorde Career Colleges; or X at @news_UTI and @ConcordeCareer.

Media Contacts:
Susan Aspey, Universal Technical Institute, Inc.: saspey@uti.edu
Sharon Rolenc, Concorde Career Colleges: srolenc@uti.edu

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FAQ

What is Universal Technical Institute announcing about a Concorde campus in Phoenix (UTI)?

UTI announced a Concorde-Phoenix healthcare facility scheduled to open in 2027 at 8990 W. Glendale Ave., planned to serve >620 students.

What programs will Concorde-Phoenix offer and how large will the facility be?

The campus is planned at ~53,000 sq ft and will offer nursing, dental assistant/dental hygiene, medical assistant, physical therapy assistant, pharmacy technician, surgical technology and radiologic technology.

How does the Phoenix site fit UTI's North Star strategy (UTI)?

Concorde-Phoenix is part of Phase II of North Star, which includes opening multiple campuses annually and launching ~20 new programs per year from 2026–2029.

When will Concorde-Phoenix start student recruitment and are approvals required?

Recruitment will not begin until required state, accreditor and U.S. Department of Education approvals are received.

When is UTI's next earnings call after this announcement?

UTI will host its Fiscal Q1 2026 earnings call on Wednesday, February 4 at 4:30pm ET.