Virginia Western Community College contributes over $300 million annually to the regional economy, according to a new study. 

The report from data analytics firm Lightcast found that Virginia Western added $329.1 million in income to the Roanoke Valley economy in the year studied, fiscal year 2021-22.

“Virginia Western has invested great energy into being a responsive contributor to the Roanoke Valley’s economy,” said Dr. Robert Sandel, president of Virginia Western. “The Lightcast study shows the many ways the College helps fuel the valley’s economic engine.”

Virginia Western’s impact supported 4,405 jobs. For perspective, the activities of Virginia Western and its students support one out of every 46 jobs in the Roanoke Valley.

For a closer look at the study’s findings, including the beneficial impact of a Virginia Western degree for graduates, visit: Virginia Western fuels Roanoke Valley economy on many levels, new study finds – News from Virginia Western.