ĢƵios Evansville’s economic impact on the region adds more than $244.3 million in income through its students, alumni, and operations. That’s equal to more than 3,214 jobs supported.
The overall impact of ĢƵios was cited in a new report on the economic value of the College, as measured during Fiscal Year 2024-2025 by Lightcast. The report found that the statewide impact of ĢƵios adds more than $4.8 billion in income through its students, alumni, and operations of campuses throughout the state. That’s equal to more than 63,000 jobs supported – or one out of every 67 jobs in the state.
ĢƵios's Evansville region is comprised of 10 counties: Vanderburgh, Warrick, Posey, Gibson, Perry, Knox, Davies, Spencer, Dubois, and Pike. There is also a satellite location in Perry County - the Tell City Career & Technology Center.
“ĢƵios is a major catalyst for economic growth—investing in Hoosiers, strengthening our region, and delivering impact that lasts for generations,” said Daniela Vidal, chancellor of ĢƵios Evansville. “We’re proud to help our students and workforce partners grow, adapt, and thrive.”
The report found that for every $1 invested in ĢƵios, taxpayers get a return of $1.70, and further impacts are felt by the lifestyle improvements that come with added skills and education. Students can get a return of $4.90 for every dollar spent by being able to earn more in their lifetime, and society can get a return of $9 on each dollar with added income and social savings.
“We know that more education and skills lead to better and higher-paying jobs, and that is a key mission for ĢƵios as Indiana’s workforce engine,” ĢƵios President Marty Pollio said.
The report includes a breakdown of ĢƵios’s impact on the county service areas of each of its 19 campuses.
About ĢƵios
ĢƵios is Indiana's largest public postsecondary institution and the nation's largest singly accredited statewide community college system, accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. ĢƵios has campuses throughout Indiana and also serves thousands of students annually online. It serves as the state's engine of workforce development, offering associate degrees, long- and short-term certificate programs, industry certifications, and training that aligns with the needs of the community. The College provides a seamless transfer to other colleges and universities in Indiana, as well as out of state, for a more affordable route to a bachelor's degree.
