UNCF-Member Institution

Edward Waters University

UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Edward Waters University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Edward Waters University’s faculty, employees and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion and a more dynamic community environment.

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Founded in 1866 in Jacksonville, Florida, Edward Waters University (EWU) is the oldest historically Black college in Florida. EWU offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in business administration and management, criminal justice/safety studies, biology, psychology, and music.

  • $56.2M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 542
    Jobs
  • $361.5M
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates