stra-20260729 0001013934 FALSE 0001013934 2026-07-29 2026-07-29 UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 8-K CURRENT REPORT Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported): July 29, 2026 Strategic Education, Inc. (Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter) Maryland 0-21039 52-1975978 (State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation) (Commission File Number) (I.R.S. Employer Identification No.) 2303 Dulles Station Boulevard Herndon , VA 20171 (Address of Principal Executive Offices) (Zip Code) ( 703 ) 561-1600 (Registrant’s telephone number, including area code) N/A (Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report) Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions: ☐ Written communications pursuant to Rule 425 under the Securities Act (17 CFR 230.425) ☐ Soliciting material pursuant to Rule 14a-12 under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14a-12) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 14d-2(b) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.14d-2(b)) ☐ Pre-commencement communications pursuant to Rule 13e-4(c) under the Exchange Act (17 CFR 240.13e-4(c)) Securities Registered Pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Exchange Act: Title of each class Trading Symbol(s) Name of each exchange on which registered Common Stock, $0.01 par value STRA Nasdaq Global Select Market Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter). Emerging growth company ☐ If an emerging growth company, indicate by check mark if the registrant has elected not to use the extended transition period for complying with any new or revised financial accounting standards provided pursuant to Section 13(a) of the Exchange Act. ☐ Item 2.02. Results of Operations and Financial Condition. On July 29, 2026, Strategic Education, Inc. (“Strategic Education”) issued a press release announcing its financial results for the period ended June 30, 2026. A copy of the press release is furnished as Exhibit 99.1 hereto and is hereby incorporated by reference into this Item 2.02. The information furnished under this Item 2.02, including Exhibit 99.1, shall not be deemed “filed” with the Securities and Exchange Commission nor incorporated by reference in any registration statement filed by Strategic Education under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. Item 9.01. Financial Statements and Exhibits. (d) Exhibits. Exhibit Number Description 99.1 Press Release dated July 29, 2026 104 Cover Page Interactive Data File (embedded within the Inline XBRL document) SIGNATURES Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized. STRATEGIC EDUCATION, INC. Date: July 29, 2026 By: /s/ Daniel W. Jackson Daniel W. Jackson Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Strategic Education, Inc. announced Q2 2026 financial results on July 29, 2026, providing stakeholders with key performance metrics and business developments. This routine quarterly earnings disclosure ensures investor transparency regarding operational health and strategic direction.

On July 29, 2026, Strategic Education, Inc. announced its financial results for the period ended June 30, 2026. The press release, which is included as Exhibit 99.1, outlines key financial metrics such as revenues, net income, and significant business developments impacting their operations. This timely disclosure provides stakeholders and investors with critical insights into the company's financial performance and strategic direction ahead of anticipated market actions. The announcement is pivotal as it aligns with the company's quarterly financial reporting timeline, ensuring that investors are informed of its operational health and any future implications.

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