MGA Among Central Georgia Colleges Creating Over 7,500 Jobs

According to an economic study released by the University System of Georgia, Middle Georgia State University is among the Central Georgia colleges creating over 7,500 jobs from July 2021 to June 2022.

13 WMAZ provided coverage of the economic impact report.

"According to the state system:

• Georgia College in Milledgeville pumps just over $300 million, directly and indirectly, into the local economy.
• Middle Georgia State University brings $288 million to Macon, Cochran and neighboring counties.
• Fort Valley State provides $164 million dollars to Peach County's economy.

Among them, the report says, the three colleges create more than 7,500 jobs both on and off campus."

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