MCC Economic Impact Report

The Economic value of muskegon community college

Muskegon Community College (MCC) demonstrated a powerful economic and social impact on the Lakeshore region in fiscal year 2022–2023, contributing significantly to local income, employment, and long-term community benefits.

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The Economic Value of MCC: EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Economic Value of MCC: FACT SHEET

ABOUT MCC

5,144
Credit
Students

262
Non-Credit
Students

408
Employees

MCC unleashes skills, desires, dreams, and futures through distinguished quality and affordability.

ECONOMIC IMPACT ANALYSIS

MCC’s partnership with Ottawa County businesses, organizations and individuals impacts the entire region.

MCC’s Total
Economic Impact

$249.9 Million

OR

Jobs
Supported

3,420

Operations Spending Impact (added income)

Impact of annual payroll and other spending

$33.5 million

Student Spending Impact (added income)

Impact of the daily spending of MCC students attracted to or
retained in the region

$1.9 million

Alumni Impact (added income)

Impact of the increased earnings of MCC alumni and the businesses they work for

$214.5 million

STUDENT RETURN ON INVESTMENT

Students see a high rate of return for their investment in MCC

22.5%

Average annual return
for MCC students

10.1%

Stock market 30-year average annual return

ECONOMIC BENEFITS IN MICHIGAN