EX-99.1 2 ex-991q42013earningsreleas.htm EXHIBIT 99.1 EX-99.1 Q4 2013 Earnings Release (10-K)

News Release
Contact: Paul Goodson, Associate Vice President, Investor Relations
(866) 475-0317 x2271
investorrelations@bridgepointeducation.com

Bridgepoint Education Reports Full Year 2013 Results
SAN DIEGO (March 11, 2014) - Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (NYSE:BPI), a provider of postsecondary education services, announced the results for its fourth quarter and full year ended December 31, 2013.
Highlights for the fourth quarter ended December 31, 2013:
•
Revenue of $163.5 million compared to $209.4 million for the same period in 2012.
•
Operating loss of $11.9 million compared to operating income of $28.9 million for the same period in 2012.
•
Net loss of $6.5 million compared to net income of $18.4 million for the same period in 2012.
•
Fully diluted loss per common share of $0.12 compared to earnings per common share of $0.33 for the same period in 2012.
•
A legal accrual of $9.0 million increased general and administrative expenses and had an after-tax impact of $0.10 on fully diluted earnings.

Highlights for the full year ended December 31, 2013:
•
Total student enrollment was 63,624 compared to 81,810 at December 31, 2012.
•
Revenue of $768.6 million compared to $968.2 million for 2012.
•
Operating income of $60.4 million compared to $195.5 million for 2012.
•
Net income of $41.0 million compared to net income of $123.4 million for 2012.
•
Fully diluted earnings per common share of $0.74 compared to $2.21 for 2012.

“Throughout 2013, our institutions focused on delivering a relevant and high-quality education to their students,” said Andrew Clark, CEO of Bridgepoint Education. “We are pleased with the positive response we have attracted from prospective students and plan to continue this focus in 2014 and beyond.”
Student Enrollment
Total student enrollment at the Company’s academic institutions, Ashford University and University of the Rockies, was 63,624 at December 31, 2013, compared with 81,810 students at the end of the fourth quarter of 2012. Combined new student enrollments for the fourth quarter of 2013 at both of the Company’s academic institutions increased to approximately 10,200, compared with combined new student enrollments of approximately 9,260 for the fourth quarter of 2012.
Financial Results
Revenue for the fourth quarter of 2013 was $163.5 million, compared with revenue of $209.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2012. Revenue for the year ended December 31, 2013, was $768.6 million, compared with revenue of $968.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2012.
Operating loss for the fourth quarter of 2013 was $11.9 million compared with operating income of $28.9 million for the same period in 2012. Operating income for the year ended December 31, 2013, was $60.4 million, compared with $195.5 million for the year ended December 31, 2012.


Net loss for the fourth quarter of 2013 was $6.5 million compared with net income of $18.4 million for the fourth quarter of 2012. Net income for the year ended December 31, 2013, was $41.0 million, compared with net income of $123.4 million for the year ended December 31, 2012.
Fully diluted loss per common share for the fourth quarter of 2013 was $0.12 compared with fully diluted earnings per common share of $0.33 for the fourth quarter of 2012. Fully diluted earnings per common share for the year ended December 31, 2013, was $0.74 compared with fully diluted earnings per common share of $2.21 for the year ended December 31, 2012. The results above include an accrual of $9.0 million, which represents our best estimate of the cost of a resolution of a previously disclosed civil investigative demand from the Iowa Attorney General, and had an after-tax impact of $0.10 on fully diluted earnings for the year ended December 31, 2013.
The Company's effective tax rate for the year ended December 31, 2013, was 35.7%.
The Company anticipates a 1.7% tuition increase for undergraduate online students at Ashford University for courses beginning on or after April 1, 2014.
Balance Sheet and Cash Flow    
As of December 31, 2013, the Company had cash, cash equivalents and investments of $356.4 million, compared with $514.7 million as of December 31, 2012. The Company generated $75.5 million of cash from operating activities for the year ended December 31, 2013, compared with $143.2 million for the year ended December 31, 2012. The Company’s lower cash, cash equivalents and investments balance at December 31, 2013 reflects the completion of a Tender Offer for the repurchase of 10.25 million shares in December 2013 for approximately $201 million, inclusive of fees.
Earnings Conference Call and Webcast
The Company will host a conference call and webcast at 11:30 a.m. ET (8:30 a.m. PT) today to discuss its latest financial results and recent developments. Call participants should dial 844-891-8291 (United States/Canada) or 856-452-0684 (other countries) and request the Bridgepoint Education call or provide conference ID 4976825. A live broadcast of the call will also be available via the Internet at http://ir.bridgepointeducation.com and will be archived on the site for one year.
A telephonic replay will be available at 855-859-2056 (United States/Canada) or 404-537-3406 (other countries), passcode 4976825. The replay will be available from Tuesday, March 11, 2014, at 2:30 p.m. (Eastern Time) until Tuesday, June 10, 2014, at 2:30 p.m. (Eastern Time).
About Bridgepoint Education
Bridgepoint Education, Inc. (NYSE:BPI) improves the way individuals learn. By harnessing creativity, knowledge and proprietary technologies, such as Constellation, Thuze, and Waypoint Outcomes, Bridgepoint Education has re-engineered the modern student experience with innovative solutions that advance learning. Its academic institutions - Ashford University and University of the Rockies - embody the contemporary college experience. Ashford University offers associate's, bachelor's and master's degree programs while University of the Rockies offers master’s and doctoral degree programs. Both provide progressive online platforms, as well as traditional campuses located in Clinton, Iowa (Ashford University), and Colorado Springs, Colorado (University of the Rockies).
For more information about Bridgepoint Education, call Paul Goodson, Associate Vice President of Investor Relations at (866) 475-0317 x2271.
Forward-Looking Statements
This news release may contain forward-looking statements including, without limitation, statements regarding pending legal matters, the Company's 2014 outlook and related commentary. These statements involve risks and uncertainties, and the Company's actual performance may differ materially from those expressed in or suggested by such statements. Risks and uncertainties include, without limitation:
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failure to comply with the extensive regulatory framework applicable to the Company and its institutions, including Title IV of the Higher Education Act and its regulations, state laws and regulatory requirements, and accrediting agency requirements;
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adverse administrative, regulatory or legislative changes affecting the Company's institutions;


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the imposition of fines or other corrective measures against the Company's institutions;
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competition in the postsecondary education market and its potential impact on the Company's market share and recruiting costs; and
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reputational and other risks related to potential compliance audits, regulatory actions, negative publicity or service disruptions.
More information on potential factors that could affect the Company's performance is included from time to time in the “Risk Factors” and “Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations” sections of the Company's periodic reports filed with the SEC, including the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2013, to be filed with the SEC. Forward-looking statements are made on the basis of management's views and assumptions regarding future events and business performance as of the time the statements are made, and the Company assumes no obligation to update any forward-looking statements or information, which speak as of their respective dates, except as required by law.



BRIDGEPOINT EDUCATION, INC.
Consolidated Statements of Income
(In thousands, except per share amounts)

 
Three Months Ended
December 31,
 
Year Ended
December 31,
 
2013
 
2012
 
2013
 
2012
Revenue
$
163,453

 
$
209,356

 
$
768,623

 
$
968,171

Costs and expenses:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Instructional costs and services
93,755

 
102,607

 
395,928

 
364,001

Admissions advisory and marketing
55,726

 
65,239

 
235,358

 
339,209

General and administrative
25,828

 
12,566

 
76,894

 
69,497

Total costs and expenses
175,309

 
180,412

 
708,180

 
772,707

Operating income (loss)
(11,856
)
 
28,944

 
60,443

 
195,464

Other income, net
710

 
878

 
3,346

 
3,370

Income (loss) before income taxes
(11,146
)
 
29,822

 
63,789

 
198,834

Income tax expense (benefit)
(4,686
)
 
11,450

 
22,779

 
75,413

Net income (loss)
$
(6,460
)
 
$
18,372

 
$
41,010

 
$
123,421

Earnings (loss) per common share:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
$
(0.12
)
 
$
0.34

 
$
0.76

 
$
2.33

Diluted
(0.12
)
 
0.33

 
0.74

 
2.21

Weighted average number of common shares outstanding used in computing earnings per common share:
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Basic
53,098

 
54,050

 
53,923

 
52,947

Diluted
53,098

 
54,938

 
55,487

 
55,946





BRIDGEPOINT EDUCATION, INC.
Consolidated Balance Sheets
(In thousands, except par value)

 
As of December 31,
 
2013
 
2012
ASSETS
 
 
 
Current assets:
 
 
 
Cash and cash equivalents
$
249,472

 
$
255,965

Investments
65,901

 
136,967

Accounts receivable, net
28,565

 
67,371

Student loans receivable, net
1,043

 
556

Deferred income taxes
15,232

 
10,936

Prepaid expenses and other current assets
21,369

 
19,810

Total current assets
381,582

 
491,605

Property and equipment, net
91,425

 
95,966

Investments
41,062

 
121,738

Student loans receivable, net
11,785

 
15,143

Goodwill and intangibles, net
26,878

 
10,739

Deferred income taxes
18,507

 
13,266

Other long-term assets
2,740

 
2,330

Total assets
$
573,979

 
$
750,787

LIABILITIES AND STOCKHOLDERS' EQUITY
 
 
 
Current liabilities:
 
 
 
Accounts payable
$
5,195

 
$
4,588

Accrued liabilities
54,756

 
44,640

Deferred revenue and student deposits
132,791

 
175,057

Total current liabilities
192,742

 
224,285

Rent liability
23,927

 
25,173

Other long-term liabilities
9,271

 
9,759

Total liabilities
225,940

 
259,217

Total stockholders' equity
348,039

 
491,570

Total liabilities and stockholders' equity
$
573,979

 
$
750,787




BRIDGEPOINT EDUCATION, INC.
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows
(In thousands)

 
Year Ended December 31,
 
2013
 
2012
Cash flows from operating activities
 

 
 
Net income
$
41,010

 
$
123,421

Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:

 
 
Provision for bad debts
72,313

 
73,696

Depreciation and amortization
21,666

 
17,424

Amortization of premium/discount
3,559

 
6,805

Deferred income taxes
(10,506
)
 
(9,972
)
Stock-based compensation
13,934

 
13,729

Excess tax benefit of option exercises
(2,590
)
 
(10,058
)
Loss on impairment of student loans receivable
1,998

 
—

Net realized gain on sale of marketable securities
(63
)
 
—

Loss on termination of leased space
328

 
—

Loss on disposal of fixed assets
751

 
1,153

Changes in operating assets and liabilities:

 
 
Accounts receivable
(34,348
)
 
(81,577
)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
(2,411
)
 
(1,056
)
Student loans receivable
291

 
(3,778
)
Other long-term assets
(412
)
 
2,131

Accounts payable and accrued liabilities
13,687

 
12,100

Deferred revenue and student deposits
(41,607
)
 
(10,389
)
Other liabilities
(184
)
 
8,772

Uncertain tax position
(1,878
)
 
784

Net cash provided by operating activities
75,538

 
143,185

Cash flows from investing activities
 
 
 
Capital expenditures
(14,825
)
 
(25,296
)
Purchases of investments
(26,759
)
 
(179,387
)
Restricted cash
—

 
25

Capitalized costs for intangible assets
(19,563
)
 
(5,262
)
Sales and maturities of investments
176,343

 
186,911

Net cash provided by (used in) investing activities
115,196

 
(23,009
)
Cash flows from financing activities
 
 
 
Proceeds from exercise of stock options
10,464

 
2,257

Tax withholdings related to net exercise of stock options
(9,170
)
 
(10,418
)
Excess tax benefit of option exercises
2,590

 
10,058

Proceeds from the issuance of stock under employee stock purchase plan
1,234

 
1,340

Proceeds from the exercise of warrants
231

 
490

Tax withholdings related to net exercise of warrants
—

 
(944
)
Issuance of restricted stock
(1,080
)
 
(313
)
Repurchase of common stock
(201,496
)
 
(602
)
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities
(197,227
)
 
1,868

Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents
(6,493
)
 
122,044

Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
255,965

 
133,921

Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
$
249,472

 
$
255,965