Nash Community College issued the following announcement on Aug. 24.
Nash Community College continues to make a significant impact on students, workforce development and as an economic engine in Nash County.
A recent study by Emsi found that in the fiscal year 2020, there was $86 million total added income in Nash County resulting from Nash Community College’s operational, student and alumni input. This breaks down to a $22 million impact from operational spending, $62 million alumni impact and $2 million student spending impact.
Additionally, the college served 4,427 credit students, 5,493 non-credit students, and employed 397 team members during the same year. Total tuition revenue was $2.7 million and employee payroll and benefits totaled $18.9 million.
Emsi also concluded the return on Nash County’s investment in Nash Community College for the year was $30 for every $1 the County funded at NCC.
Founded in 1967, the college’s mission is to provide an educational environment that meets students where they are and prepares them for successful and rewarding careers in a global and diverse society.
Nash Community College offers academic programs leading to a degree, diploma or certificate. Included are two-year technical and college transfer programs which provide students the knowledge and expertise required for challenging careers and successful transfer to four-year institutions. Vocational, occupational, business, and industry-related programs are offered which prepare students for jobs and provide a skilled workforce for the area.
Additionally, the college offers Adult Education, High School Equivalency and Adult High School to meet the diverse needs of the citizenry in Nash County and the surrounding area.
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