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Norfolk State University

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UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Norfolk State University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Norfolk State 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 1935 in Norfolk, Virginia, Norfolk State University (NSU) stands as the only historically Black higher education institution founded during the Great Depression. NSU offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in business, psychology, sociology, biology and liberal arts and humanities.

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  • $308.9M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 3331
    Jobs
  • $2.4B
    Total Lifetime Earnings for Graduates