J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College

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The latest iteration of this study, "Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs," reaffirms the significant economic contributions of J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College’s faculty, employees, and students, this institution acts as a catalyst for economic growth locally and regionally. This dynamic creates a ripple effect, leading to increased employment opportunities, heightened economic expansion, and a more dynamic community environment.

Founded in 1961 in Huntsville, Alabama, J.F. Drake State Community and Technical College (Drake State) was created to meet the technical and vocational educational needs of African Americans. Drake State offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in business and public services, health sciences, industrial and engineering technologies, liberal arts and social sciences, and workforce education and development.

  • $21.1M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 216
    Jobs
  • $501M
    Total Lifetime Earnings for Graduates