SAVANNAH, Ga. (WSAV)— Savannah State University (SSU) contributed $164.4 million to Georgia’s economy in fiscal year 2024. That's according to a new report released by the Selig Center for Economic Growth at the University of Georgia.

The report measures the economic contributions of the University System of Georgia’s (USG) 26 public colleges and universities. It shows that SSU's economic impact increased by 9.3% compared to FY 2023.

The study highlighted the combination of institutional spending, student spending and capital investment. At SSU, that contributed directly to the regional economy through salaries and wages, operating expenses, student expenditures and local purchasing.

SSU President Dr. Jermaine Whirl said the data shows SSU not only educates future leaders but also serve

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