(Lawrenceburg/Batesville, IN) – A new report says Ivy Tech Community College’s Lawrenceburg and Batesville locations are positively impacting the region.
The report by LightCast indicates Ivy Tech adds $42.2 million in income through its students, alumni, and operations.
That’s equal to nearly 700 jobs supported.
The overall impact of Ivy Tech was cited in the report on the economic value of the college, as measured during Fiscal Year 2024-25.
The report found that the statewide impact of Ivy Tech 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.
“Ivy Tech is a major catalyst for economic growth—investing in Hoosiers, strengthening our region, and delivering impact that lasts for generations,” Mark Graver, Chancellor of Ivy Tech Community College Lawrenceburg/Batesville. “We’re proud to help our students and workforce partners grow, adapt, and thrive.”
The report found that for every $1 invested in Ivy Tech, taxpayers receive a return of $1.70, and further impacts are felt by the lifestyle improvements that come with added skills and education.
Students can receive 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 Ivy Tech as Indiana’s workforce engine,” Ivy Tech President Marty Pollio said.
The report includes a breakdown of Ivy Tech’s impact on the county service areas of each of its 19 campuses.
Click here to view the report and breakdowns by campus.
