Todd Nelson Biography and Net Worth

President and Chief Executive Officer of Perdoceo Education


Todd Nelson has been appointed as President and Chief Executive Officer of Perdoceo and transitioned from his position of Executive Chairman of Perdoceo’s Board to fill such offices. Mr. Nelson served as President and CEO until January 2022 when he assumed the role of Executive Chairman of the Board of Directors.

Mr. Nelson’s career includes leadership of several of the largest education companies in the US. He served as Chief Executive Officer and a director of Education Management Corporation, where he ultimately served as Chairman of the Board. Prior to his service at Education Management Corporation, Mr. Nelson held several roles of increasing responsibility at the University of Phoenix and Apollo Group Inc. (now known as Apollo Education Group, Inc.), including serving as the Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Apollo. While under his leadership, both companies experienced enrollment and financial growth, development and implementation of new programs and acquisitions of additional schools and programs.

Mr. Nelson received his B.S. degree from Brigham Young University and his M.B.A. from the University of Nevada.

What is Todd S. Nelson's net worth?

The estimated net worth of Todd S. Nelson is at least $17.23 million as of September 15th, 2025. Mr. Nelson owns 604,047 shares of Perdoceo Education stock worth more than $17,227,420 as of December 4th. This net worth estimate does not reflect any other investments that Mr. Nelson may own. Additionally, Mr. Nelson receives a salary of $2,500,000.00 as President and Chief Executive Officer at Perdoceo Education. Learn More about Todd S. Nelson's net worth.

How old is Todd S. Nelson?

Mr. Nelson is currently 65 years old. There are 6 older executives and no younger executives at Perdoceo Education. Learn More on Todd S. Nelson's age.

What is Todd S. Nelson's salary?

As the President and Chief Executive Officer of Perdoceo Education Corporation, Mr. Nelson earns $2,500,000.00 per year. Learn More on Todd S. Nelson's salary.

How do I contact Todd S. Nelson?

The corporate mailing address for Mr. Nelson and other Perdoceo Education executives is 231 NORTH MARTINGALE ROAD, SCHAUMBURG IL, 60173. Perdoceo Education can also be reached via phone at (847) 781-3600 and via email at [email protected]. Learn More on Todd S. Nelson's contact information.

Has Todd S. Nelson been buying or selling shares of Perdoceo Education?

Todd S. Nelson has not been actively trading shares of Perdoceo Education during the past quarter. Most recently, Todd S. Nelson sold 40,000 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Wednesday, September 17th. The shares were sold at an average price of $35.17, for a transaction totalling $1,406,800.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer now directly owns 524,047 shares of the company's stock, valued at $18,430,732.99. Learn More on Todd S. Nelson's trading history.

Who are Perdoceo Education's active insiders?

Perdoceo Education's insider roster includes Jeffrey Ayers (SVP), Elise Baskel (Senior Vice President – Colorado Technical University), David Czeszewski (Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer), Ashish Ghia (Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer), Andrew Hurst (SVP), Greg Jansen (Senior Vice President, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary), John Kline (SVP), Julia Leeman (Senior Vice President – Campus Operations), Todd Nelson (President and Chief Executive Officer), and Michele Peppers (Insider). Learn More on Perdoceo Education's active insiders.

Are insiders buying or selling shares of Perdoceo Education?

In the last year, insiders at the sold shares 22 times. They sold a total of 485,532 shares worth more than $14,837,568.44. The most recent insider tranaction occured on September, 17th when CEO Todd S Nelson sold 40,000 shares worth more than $1,406,800.00. Insiders at Perdoceo Education own 2.1% of the company. Learn More about insider trades at Perdoceo Education.

Information on this page was last updated on 9/17/2025.

Todd S. Nelson Insider Trading History at Perdoceo Education

Transaction DateBuy/SellNumber of SharesAverage Share PriceTotal TransactionShares Held After TransactionDetails
9/17/2025Sell40,000$35.17$1,406,800.00524,047View SEC Filing Icon  
9/15/2025Sell40,000$34.78$1,391,200.00604,047View SEC Filing Icon  
3/20/2025Sell38,984$24.66$961,345.44644,047View SEC Filing Icon  
1/2/2025Sell12,472$26.29$327,888.88615,697View SEC Filing Icon  
3/27/2024Sell16,000$17.70$283,200.00617,367View SEC Filing Icon  
3/25/2024Sell16,000$17.77$284,320.00649,367View SEC Filing Icon  
3/21/2024Sell16,000$17.65$282,400.00681,367View SEC Filing Icon  
3/19/2024Sell16,000$17.23$275,680.00713,367View SEC Filing Icon  
2/1/2024Sell9,500$18.50$175,750.00685,098View SEC Filing Icon  
1/29/2024Sell16,000$18.50$296,000.00685,098View SEC Filing Icon  
1/26/2024Sell16,000$18.50$296,000.00685,098View SEC Filing Icon  
1/24/2024Sell16,000$18.50$296,000.00685,098View SEC Filing Icon  
8/25/2023Sell9,154$16.13$147,654.02685,098View SEC Filing Icon  
8/23/2023Sell16,000$16.08$257,280.00710,252View SEC Filing Icon  
8/21/2023Sell16,000$15.98$255,680.00742,252View SEC Filing Icon  
8/18/2023Sell16,000$16.02$256,320.00758,252View SEC Filing Icon  
8/11/2023Sell16,000$16.87$269,920.00838,252View SEC Filing Icon  
8/9/2023Sell16,000$16.50$264,000.00862,252View SEC Filing Icon  
3/22/2023Sell25,000$13.34$333,500.00891,504View SEC Filing Icon  
3/20/2023Sell25,000$13.26$331,500.00941,504View SEC Filing Icon  
10/17/2022Sell25,000$10.64$266,000.00911,417View SEC Filing Icon  
10/14/2022Sell25,000$10.46$261,500.00936,417View SEC Filing Icon  
10/12/2022Sell25,000$10.30$257,500.00986,417View SEC Filing Icon  
10/10/2022Sell25,000$10.12$253,000.001,036,417View SEC Filing Icon  
12/23/2020Sell1,362$12.85$17,501.70876,420View SEC Filing Icon  
12/21/2020Sell42,089$12.59$529,900.51920,146View SEC Filing Icon  
12/18/2020Sell3,934$12.58$49,489.72920,146View SEC Filing Icon  
12/16/2020Sell5,458$12.82$69,971.56929,788View SEC Filing Icon  
12/14/2020Sell5,521$12.60$69,564.60940,754View SEC Filing Icon  
12/11/2020Sell8,826$12.55$110,766.30955,101View SEC Filing Icon  
12/9/2020Sell8,788$12.56$110,377.28972,678View SEC Filing Icon  
12/7/2020Sell76,150$12.10$921,415.001,005,442View SEC Filing Icon  
12/3/2020Sell40,850$11.48$468,958.00961,576View SEC Filing Icon  
11/30/2020Sell70,600$11.35$801,310.00947,410View SEC Filing Icon  
11/24/2020Sell70,750$11.40$806,550.00842,499View SEC Filing Icon  
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Perdoceo Education Company Overview

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Perdoceo Education Corporation provides postsecondary education through online, campus-based, and blended learning programs in the United States. It operates in two segments, Colorado Technical University and The American InterContinental University System. The Colorado Technical University segment offers academic programs, such as business and management, nursing, healthcare management, computer science, engineering, information systems and technology, project management, cybersecurity, and criminal justice. The American InterContinental University System segment provides academic programs, including business studies, information technologies, education, and health sciences. The company also offers non-degree and professional development programs. In addition, it operates intellipath, a learning platform used to educate students; and a mobile application and two-way messaging platform. The company was formerly known as Career Education Corporation and changed its name to Perdoceo Education Corporation in January 2020. Perdoceo Education Corporation was incorporated in 1994 and is headquartered in Schaumburg, Illinois.
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Today's Range

Now: $28.52
Low: $28.28
High: $28.78

50 Day Range

MA: $32.76
Low: $27.41
High: $37.66

2 Week Range

Now: $28.52
Low: $23.87
High: $38.02

Volume

502,988 shs

Average Volume

871,137 shs

Market Capitalization

$1.83 billion

P/E Ratio

12.19

Dividend Yield

2.11%

Beta

0.94