Oregon Community Colleges Generate $11 Billion in Annual Economic Impact
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What happened
The Oregon Community College Association (OCCA) released a study detailing the economic contribution of community colleges across Oregon. The analysis, based on fiscal year 2023-24 figures, found that Oregon’s 17 community colleges generate $11.0 billion in annual economic impact and support 120,140 jobs.
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Why it matters
The study indicates that the colleges and their students support one out of every 23 jobs in Oregon. OCCA Executive Director Abby Lee stated that the investment in these colleges provides benefits to students, taxpayers, businesses, and the broader economy.
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