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CSU Sparks $31.6 Billion Impact on California Economy
11/20/2025
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- The California State University (CSU) system released its 2025 Economic Impact Report detailing its contributions to California's economy.
- In the 2023-24 academic year, CSU generated $31.6 billion in statewide industry activity.
- CSU supported 210,800 jobs.
- For every dollar invested in CSU, $7.69 is returned in industry activity, rising to $35.53 with alumni earnings.
- CSU produces nearly half of California's bachelor’s degrees in key sectors.
