Report: Black Hawk College and its students add more than $291M to local economy

Black Hawk College has released new findings from a comprehensive economic impact study showing the college contributed nearly $291 million in total income to the local economy during the 2023-24 fiscal year.   The study, conducted by Lightcast, demonstrates the college's significant return on investment to its major stakeholder groups – students, taxpayers, society and employers.   “This report makes clear that Black Hawk College is more than a place of learning,” said Dr. Jeremy Thomas, President of