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Economic Impact Report

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The San Diego Community College District, the largest provider of higher education and workforce training in the county, was responsible for generating $5.8 billion in added income to the regional economy during the 2023-24 fiscal year, according to the latest study by a leading provider of economic and labor market data.

The district’s $5.8 billion total impact is the equivalent of San Diego hosting the Comic-Con convention 35 times.

“The San Diego Community College District and its four colleges – San Diego City, San Diego Mesa, San Diego Miramar and San Diego Continuing Education – are uplifting individuals and communities across our region,” said SDCCD Chancellor Gregory Smith. “This latest report demonstrates our considerable positive financial impact as we expand access to higher education in collaboration with business, industry, labor, and community partners to ensure our graduates meet the needs of our dynamic local economy.” Read the full economic impact story

 

Economic Impact Main Report 2024

 

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