Study: UNC Asheville Makes $268 Million Economic Impact
An Economic Impact Study commissioned by UNC Asheville measured the university's impact at approximately $268 million for fiscal year 2012 in the Asheville metro area.
The study, authored by research economist Tom Tveidt of SYNEVA Economics LLC, finds that economic activity generated by UNC Asheville supports 2,592 local jobs and adds $105.5 million in local income. According to the report, every dollar in state appropriations received by the university generates $2.96 in local income and $7.62 in economic output in the Asheville area.