Beyond Education
How independent, nonprofit colleges and universities contribute to the state economy by preparing graduates and strengthening communities in every region
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Alumni Impact
Generated from increased wages and spending of AICCU alumni in California.
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Indirect & Induced Spending
Additional economic activity generated in CA as the result of direct spending by AICCU institutions, employees, students and visitors.
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Direct Spending
Total spending by AICCU institutions and their employees, students, and visitors. See the Direct Spending Breakdown below for details.
Direct Spending Breakdown
- $1.1B Visitor Spending
- $2.4B Capital Expenditures
- $2.4B Student Spending
- $11.4B University Spending
- $15.3B Employee Spending
- 55K+ Graduates from AICCU institutions remain in California each year
- 592K Jobs Supported in California by the economic activity of AICCU institutions
- $3.7B State Income Tax Revenue in CA is generated by employees & alumni of AICCU institutions each year
- 95K+ Degrees & Credentials granted by AICCU institutions each year
- 93% of Undergraduates Employed one year after graduation
- $33.7K Annual Earnings Premium five years after graduation
Workforce Impact in High-Demand Fields
- 974 Medical Doctors
- 4,550 Engineers
- 5,661 Computer Scientists
- 6,300 Credentialed Teachers
- 663 Physician’s Assistants
- 1,305 Social Workers
- 4,454 Nurses
- 6,521 Clinical & Counseling Psychologists
AICCU Institutions are a Vital Force in California’s Economy
This economic impact analysis measures the total dollar value of AICCU institutions’ contributions to the California economy each year through day-to-day operations, capital projects, additional spending by the campus communities, and increased economic activity by graduates. This analysis also assesses the job creation associated with this spending, state income taxes generated, and the impact on California’s workforce. In addition, this report highlights more intangible economic impacts in the form of community engagement, organizational partnerships, and alumni activities, demonstrating how AICCU institutions support their local economies in meaningful ways beyond their financial footprints.
