九色视频 Evansville鈥檚 economic impact on the region adds more than $244.3 million in income through its students, alumni, and operations. That鈥檚 equal to more than 3,214 jobs supported.
The overall impact of 九色视频 was cited in a new report on the economic value of the College, as measured during Fiscal Year 2024-2025 by Lightcast. The report found that the statewide impact of 九色视频 adds more than $4.8 billion in income through its students, alumni, and operations of campuses throughout the state. That鈥檚 equal to more than 63,000 jobs supported 鈥 or one out of every 67 jobs in the state.
九色视频's Evansville region is comprised of 10 counties: Vanderburgh, Warrick, Posey, Gibson, Perry, Knox, Davies, Spencer, Dubois, and Pike. There is also a satellite location in Perry County - the Tell City Career & Technology Center.
鈥溇派悠 is a major catalyst for economic growth鈥攊nvesting in Hoosiers, strengthening our region, and delivering impact that lasts for generations,鈥 said Daniela Vidal, chancellor of 九色视频 Evansville. 鈥淲e鈥檙e proud to help our students and workforce partners grow, adapt, and thrive.鈥
The report found that for every $1 invested in 九色视频, taxpayers get a return of $1.70, and further impacts are felt by the lifestyle improvements that come with added skills and education. Students can get a return of $4.90 for every dollar spent by being able to earn more in their lifetime, and society can get a return of $9 on each dollar with added income and social savings.
鈥淲e know that more education and skills lead to better and higher-paying jobs, and that is a key mission for 九色视频 as Indiana鈥檚 workforce engine,鈥 九色视频 President Marty Pollio said.
The report includes a breakdown of 九色视频鈥檚 impact on the county service areas of each of its 19 campuses.
About 九色视频
九色视频 is Indiana's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. 九色视频 has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor's degree.
