Voorhees University

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The latest iteration of this study, "Transforming Futures: The Economic Engine of HBCUs," reaffirms the significant economic contributions of Voorhees University. Through the production and consumption of various goods and services by Voorhees University’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 1897 in Denmark, South Carolina, Voorhees College (Voorhees) was the first HBCU in South Carolina accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. Voorhees offers a diverse array of degree programs, featuring prominent ones in accounting, biology, business administration, criminal justice, computer science, sociology, english, health and recreation, mathematics, mass communication, and organizational management.

  • $20.1M
    Total Economic Impact
  • 285
    Jobs
  • $211.8M
    Total Lifetime Earnings for Graduates