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Virginia State University

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UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Virginia State University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Virginia 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 1882 in Ettrick, Virginia, Virginia State University (VSU) emerged as the first fully state-supported four-year institution of higher education for Black Americans. VSU offers a variety of degrees, with notable programs in business, education, agriculture, humanities, natural sciences and engineering programs.

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  • $281.2M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 2465
    Jobs
  • $2.1B
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates