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Bluefield State University

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UNCF’s holistic, powerful study, “Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs,” reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Bluefield State University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Bluefield 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 1895 in Bluefield, West Virginia, Bluefield State University (B-State) is one of two HBCUs in West Virginia. B-State offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in arts, education and social sciences, heath sciences, STEM and business.

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  • $43.1M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 443
    Jobs
  • $688.9M
    Total Lifetime Earnings of 2021 Graduates