Trevecca Nazarene University
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Trevecca Nazarene University Generates $705 million in Economic Activity and Supports 4,089 Jobs Across Nashville and the State
Trevecca Nazarene University Generates $705 million in Economic Activity and Supports 4,089 Jobs Across Nashville and the State
October 14, 2026 | Mission
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New economic impact data highlights Trevecca's contribution to Tennessee's economy and local community
A new economic impact study from theTennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association (TICUA) reveals that the impact of Trevecca extends far beyond its campus.
According to The Economic Impact of TICUA Institutions, prepared by Regional Economic Consulting Group (REC), Trevecca generated $705 million in total economic activity, supported 4,089 jobs and contributed $24 million in state and local tax revenue over the course of one school year. These findings illustrate the important role the institution plays as an economic and workforce partner in Nashville and across Tennessee.
"This is another vantage point of the impact Trevecca has on our community that extends beyond the many stories we share about our graduates," said Dr. Tom Middendorf, Trevecca Nazarene University provost and senior vice president. "It shows our contribution to the economy as a whole, and we plan to grow that impact with new and innovative programs in the future."
The full report measures the broader economic contributions of Tennessee's independent colleges and universities, including institutional operations, student spending and economic activity generated by alumni, demonstrating that the value of these institutions extends beyond the classroom.
Collectively, Tennessee's private colleges and universities generate more than $22 billion in economic activity each year, support 135,490 jobs and provide nearly $6.8 billion in income across the state. The study also found that, despite being self-funded and tax-exempt, the economic activity generated by these institutions contributes over $695M in state and local sales and property taxes, further quantifying the public benefit of our private institution partners.
"Independent colleges and universities are deeply woven into the economic fabric of Tennessee," said TICUA president Dr. Cameron Conn. "Every day, these institutions educate and prepare Tennesseans for the workforce, employ people in communities across the state and generate economic activity that reaches far beyond their campuses. This report puts numbers behind that impact and demonstrates that Tennessee's independent institutions are proven partners, delivering powerful returns for students, communities and the state."
To learn more about the economic impact of Trevecca and Tennessee's independent colleges and universities, visit www.TICUA.org/Impact.
About TICUA
Tennessee Independent Colleges and Universities Association (TICUA) engages Tennessee's 34 private, non-profit colleges and universities to work collaboratively in areas of public policy, cost containment, and professional development to better serve the state and its citizens. In fall 2025, TICUA member colleges and universities throughout the state enrolled more than 79,000 students and employed more than 21,000 faculty and staff. For more information about TICUA, please visit our website at www.ticua.org.
Written by: Trevecca Nazarene University
Trevecca Nazarene University is a private, four-year Christian university in the heart of Nashville, Tenn. Founded in 1901, Trevecca offers more than 75 undergraduate majors as well as graduate, doctoral, associate and certificate programs. With students from 44 states and 41 countries, the University was rated the top Christian university in Middle Tennessee and the top-ranked Nazarene university in the U.S. in the 2026 Wall Street Journal/College Pulse rankings. Trevecca is focused on preparing students for lives of leadership and service.
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