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COMPELLING Facts ABOUT EFSC
• Our Bachelor Degree graduates can expect to earn an average of $61,800 annually
during their careers, boosting their standard of living and the economy through their
increased earnings and spending power.
• Eastern Florida is among the most affordable colleges in our state and nation to
attend.
• 1,725 students enrolled in Bachelor Degree programs in Fall 2018, up 14.2% from 2017.
• We ranked 5th lowest in tuition among all public colleges and universities in Florida
in 2018.
AN EDUCATED COMMUNITY BENEFITS ALL RESIDENTS
According to studies, a higher level of education usually means less crime, higher incomes
and even better health. Less crime in a community means safety. Less crime means fewer
police. Fewer police means lower taxes. Higher income can translate into higher property
values. Better health can mean less usage of EMS services and again lower property taxes.
Ten kids or no kids, everyone in the community benefits from an educated community.
Source: http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20140102/discuss/701029991/
AS CHAIR FOR THE FOUNDATION, I WANT TO EXPAND SCHOLARSHIPS TO
ENSURE EVERY STUDENT HAS ACCESS TO A GREAT EDUCATION.
Bill Row, EFSC Foundation Chair
12 COMMUNITY BENEFITS OF A COLLEGE DEGREE
1. Higher Job Satisfaction
7. Less Likely to Be a Smoker
2. Build a Social Network
8. Have Healthier Kids
3. Increase Your Family’s Social Mobility 9. Become a Better Communicator
4. Improve Your Kids’ Future
10. Inspired to Give Back to Your Community
5. More Likely to Exercise
11. More Likely to Vote
6. More Likely to Live Longer
12. Become More Confident
Supporting your local college is making a difference in your community.
Source: plexuss.com/news/article/benefits-of-a-college-degree
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