2025-11-06
MANILA — STI Education Systems Holdings, Inc. (STI Holdings), owner of the countrys largest network of private schools, achieved remarkable growth in Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 as more Filipinos continue to choose STI for quality and future-ready education.
The company posted a 38% increase in net income to ?2.22 billion for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, from ?1.61 billion the year before.
Revenues rose 18% to ?5.56 billion, from ?4.7 billion in 2024, driven by a 15% jump in total enrollment across its network to 138,060 students for School Year (SY) 20242025, from 119,543 students the previous school year. This shows enduring trust in the STI brand for quality education, as well as the academic organizations commitment to innovation and efficiency in its operations.
Operating income grew to ?2.36 billion, a 33% increase from ?1.78 billion the year before, as a result of higher revenues and efficient cost management. Operating margins also strengthened to 43% in 2025, from 38% the previous year.
Earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) reached ?3.15 billion, up by 27% from ?2.49 billion in FY 2023-2024. EBITDA margin grew to 57% from 53% the year before, the third consecutive year of EBITDA margin expansion, underscoring STI Holdings operational discipline and continued investment in scalable growth.
Higher enrollment, increased trust
Enrollment in programs regulated by the Commission on Higher Education (CHED), which generate higher revenues per student, grew by 20% to 100,161 students, representing 73% of total enrollment, from 70% in SY 2023-2024. CHED-regulated programs represent tertiary-level courses, as well as post-graduate degree programs at STI West Negros University (STI WNU). STI Holdings also offers technical-vocational courses under the Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) and junior and senior high school programs under the Department of Education (DepEd).
STI Education Services Group (STI ESG) continued to be the main growth driver, with 84,122 students enrolled in its owned schools, representing a 17% increase from 2024, and 37,252 enrollees in its franchised schools, reflecting a 16% rise from the previous school year.
STI WNU in Bacolod City also registered an impressive performance, with enrollees for SY 2024-2025 reaching 14,503 students, up by 9% from a year ago. The school was conferred Autonomous status by CHED last year. According to CHED, higher education institutions granted Autonomous status have top-quality education and consistently excellent program results."
Meanwhile, iACADEMY enrolled 2,183 students, maintaining its solid position in creative, design, and technology-driven disciplines and further underscoring its strength in niche and specialized education programs.
Building on our strong performance in SY 2024-2025, we are committed to delivering quality education through continued focus on academic innovation and digital integration. We remain focused on optimizing our nationwide education network and building capacity that strengthens our leadership in the Philippine education sector, according to STI Holdings President and CEO Monico V. Jacob.
STI Holdings has a network of 66 schools all over the country. STI ESG, with 63 schools, has been providing quality and affordable education since 1983. STI Holdings financial year aligns with its academic calendar, which begins on July 1 and ends on June 30 of the following year.
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STI Education Systems Holdings, Inc. (STI Holdings) has three subsidiaries involved in education: the STI Education Services Group (ST ESG), STI West Negros University (STI WNU), and iACADEMY.
STI ESG offers associate and baccalaureate degrees and technical-vocational programs in the fields of Information and Communications Technology, Business and Management, Hospitality Management, Tourism Management, Arts and Sciences, Engineering, Education, Psychology and Criminology. It also offers junior and senior high school.
STI WNU offers programs and courses ranging from pre-elementary to graduate levels. Founded on February 14, 1948, STI WNU was granted its university status by the Commission on Higher Education on February 11, 2008. It was granted Autonomous status by CHED on September 16, 2024. STI West Negros University is located at the heart of Bacolod City.
iACADEMY is the premier school in the group offering specialized programs in senior high school and college that are centered on Computing, Business, and Design. It is known for its strong industry partnerships and non-traditional programs such as Software Engineering, Game Development, Web Development, Real Estate Management, Animation, Multimedia Arts and Design, Music Production and Sound Design, Film and Visual Effects, and Data Science. iACADEMY also offers programs in Accountancy, Marketing Management, Psychology. On March 10, 2025, iACADEMY received approval from CHED to offer BS Digital Media Management, the first of its kind in the Philippines. iACADEMY officially launched the program on April 26, 2025.
