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Adtalem Global Education Inc
A healthcare education company that runs Chamberlain University's nursing programs, Walden University's online degrees, and the Ross University medical and veterinary schools. It grew out of the DeVry Institute of Technology, founded in Chicago in 1931, and renamed itself Adtalem in 2017 from a Latin phrase meaning "to empower." In 2026 it rebranded again as Covista, a name blending "co-" for collaboration with "-vista" for vision.
Covista reports Q4 and FY2026 results, revenue up 9.7% and 9.3% YoY, initiates FY2027 guidance.
Q4 revenue was $501.4 million, up 9.7% year-over-year; GAAP diluted EPS was $2.06, adjusted EPS was $2.09, up 25.9% year-over-year.
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Fiscal year 2026 revenue was $1,954.1 million, up 9.3% year-over-year; GAAP diluted EPS was $7.04, adjusted EPS was $8.25, up 23.7% year-over-year.
Total Q4 enrollment was 99,472, up 8.4% year-over-year, with Chamberlain up 1.6%, Walden up 14.0%, and Medical and Veterinary up 7.3%.
Fiscal year 2026 adjusted EBITDA was $521.7 million, up 13.5% year-over-year; Q4 adjusted EBITDA was $126.9 million, up 15.2%.
Company initiates fiscal year 2027 guidance: revenue of $2,050 million to $2,090 million (5-7% growth) and adjusted EPS of $8.90 to $9.15 (8-11% growth).
2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Covista appoints Emily Chiu and Leslie Storms to its Board of Directors, effective August 17, 2026.
The Board increased its size from ten to twelve members in connection with the appointments.
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Covista Inc. appointed Emily Chiu and Leslie Storms as independent members of its Board of Directors, effective August 17, 2026.
Chiu and Storms will receive the same compensation as other non-employee directors, including a prorated restricted stock unit grant valued at approximately $32,986 on August 17, 2026.
They will also receive an equity retainer grant of restricted stock units valued at $150,000 after the 2026 annual meeting and annual cash compensation of $85,000 paid quarterly.
Chiu is a former CEO with experience in technology, fintech, and edtech; Storms is COO of National Veterinary Associates with experience in healthcare delivery and medtech.
5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Covista reports Q3 FY2026 revenue of $487.0M, up 4.5% YoY, and raises FY2026 guidance
Total student enrollment reached 100,585, up 6.8% year-over-year, marking the 11th straight quarter of growth.
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GAAP net income was $41.6 million, down from $60.8 million in the prior year; adjusted EBITDA was $127.9 million, roughly flat year-over-year.
The company raised fiscal year 2026 revenue guidance to $1,930 million–$1,945 million (8%–9% growth) and adjusted EPS guidance to $7.95–$8.15 (19%–22% growth).
Chamberlain University returned to positive total enrollment growth, while Walden University grew enrollment 12.3% year-over-year.
Covista repurchased $66 million of shares in the quarter and refinanced debt into a $510 million Term Loan B due 2033.
2.02 Results of Operations and Financial Condition · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Covista Inc. releases inaugural investor newsletter with strategic updates and FY2029 targets
Covista Inc. filed a Form 8-K on April 9, 2026, to furnish its inaugural investor newsletter under Item 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure.
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The newsletter introduces 'Purpose at Scale,' a three-year strategy with FY2029 targets of 7–10% revenue CAGR, 10–14% Adjusted EPS CAGR, and enrollment exceeding 120,000 students.
Covista announced its founding membership in the Alliance for Advancing Rural Healthcare (AARH) to support the federal Rural Health Transformation initiative.
Dr. Cheryl Holmes joined in March 2026 as Dean of Ross University School of Medicine, bringing over 30 years of clinical experience.
The company's third quarter earnings call is scheduled for May 7, 2026.
7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Covista Inc. enters $510M new term loans, redeems 5.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2028
On March 2, 2026, Covista Inc. (formerly Adtalem Global Education Inc.) entered into Amendment No. 5 to its Credit Agreement, incurring $510 million aggregate principal of new 2026 Term Loans maturing March 2, 2033.
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The 2026 Term Loans bear interest at Term SOFR plus 2.25% (0.75% SOFR floor) or alternate base rate plus 1.25%, reducing term loan interest rate margins by 0.50%.
Proceeds refinanced in full existing term loans and redeemed all outstanding 5.50% Senior Secured Notes due 2028, with a redemption payment of approximately $404,950,000 principal plus accrued interest.
The Indenture for the Notes was fully satisfied and discharged upon deposit of the redemption payment with U.S. Bank National Association, the trustee.
The Amendment was among Covista, guarantors, the lender, and Morgan Stanley Senior Funding, Inc. as administrative agent.
1.01 Entry into a Material Definitive Agreement · 1.02 Termination of a Material Definitive Agreement · 2.03 Creation of a Direct Financial Obligation or an Obligation under an Off-Balance Sheet Arrangement · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Covista unveils 'Purpose at Scale' growth strategy and FY27-FY29 financial targets at Investor Day.
Covista Inc. held an Investor Day on February 24, 2026, and issued a press release and investor presentation furnished as exhibits to the 8-K.
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The company introduced 'Purpose at Scale,' a three-year growth strategy for fiscal years 2027-2029, focusing on operational excellence, platform extension, employer integration, and technology.
Covista announced financial targets for FY27-FY29: revenue growth of 6-8%, 7-10%, and 8-11%, and adjusted EPS growth of 9-13%, 10-14%, and 12-16%, respectively.
The company reaffirmed its FY2026 guidance: revenue of $1,900 million to $1,940 million and adjusted EPS of $7.80 to $8.00.
Covista announced new partnerships with GE Healthcare's HelloAI business unit and as a founding partner in the Alliance for Advancing Rural Healthcare with SAIC.
The company's stock began trading under the ticker symbol CVSA on the NYSE effective at market open on February 24, 2026.
7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits
Adtalem Global Education changes name to Covista Inc., effective February 5, 2026.
The company's common stock will trade under the new ticker symbol 'CVSA' on the New York Stock Exchange starting February 24, 2026.
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Covista Inc. (formerly Adtalem Global Education Inc.) filed a Certificate of Amendment with Delaware to change its corporate name, effective February 5, 2026.
The board amended the bylaws to reflect the new name and updated the registered agent's name and address; no other bylaw changes were made.
Covista will host an Investor Day on February 24, 2026, to present its forward-looking strategic plan and investment priorities.
The company released the Covista Care Capacity Monitor, research by Gallup, documenting the U.S. healthcare workforce crisis, and launched Covista Open Doors, a multi-year impact commitment.
5.03 Amendments to Articles of Incorporation or Bylaws; Change in Fiscal Year · 7.01 Regulation FD Disclosure · 9.01 Financial Statements and Exhibits