Economic Impact Study

An economic impact study conducted by Lightcast, a leading provider of financial analysis, highlights the significant value Sussex County Community College brings to New Jersey. In the 2021-2022 fiscal year, SCCC and its students and alumni across the state contributed $73.6 million in added income to the state’s economy. This impact supported 843 jobs statewide, showcasing how SCCC is vital in strengthening individual lives and the broader economy.

Economic Value Info Graphic for SCCC

The Economic Value of Sussex County Community College

Impact on Sussex County

Added Income

SCCC Total Annual Impact $73.6 Million Added Income
Alumni Impact

$58.7 Million
Annual Added Income
843 Added Jobs

Operations Spending Impact $12.9 Million Annual Added Income
Student Spending Impact

$2 Million Annual Added Income

Details About Sussex County Community College
3,058 Students 444 Employees $11.3 Million Annual Payroll
For Every Dollar Invested
Students gain $5.70 in lifetime earnings Taxpayers gain $3.00 in added tax revenue and public sector savings Society gains $8.70 in added income and social savings

 

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Review the PDF of the Economic Value of Sussex County Community College