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Cheyney University of Pennsylvania

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UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Cheyney University of Pennsylvania’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 1837 in Cheyney, Pennsylvania, Cheyney University of Pennsylvania (Cheyney) is the oldest HBCU in the United States. Cheyney offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in arts and sciences and education and professional studies.

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  • $55.5M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 385
    Jobs
  • $271.1M
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates