University of Wisconsin-Platteville releases results of 2025 Economic Impact Study

The University of Wisconsin-Platteville has announced results from its comprehensive 2025 Economic Impact Study, revealing that for every dollar invested by the state in UW-Platteville, Wisconsin gains an impressive annual $2.19 in tax revenue, representing a remarkable 119% return on investment. UW-Platteville Chancellor Tammy Evetovich (e-vet-ah-vitch) shared the findings at the “Evening of Impact” event held Thursday (April 2) on campus, highlighting the university’s role as a catalyst for regional prosperity, workforce development and social mobility across southwest Wisconsin and beyond.

Addressing an audience of legislators, government officials, community leaders, K-12 partners, alumni, students and local business owners, Chancellor Evetovich emphasized UW-Platteville’s commitment to community partnership and regional vitality.

The study underscores that UW-Platteville’s operations and students support over 1,500 jobs and generate nearly $300 million annually in local economic activity. Additionally, approximately 18,000 alumni residing in Wisconsin earn more than $1.7 billion in personal income each year, demonstrating the university’s far-reaching influence. On a broader scale, within the Tri-State area served by UW-Platteville, the spending power of the 21,600 alumni living and working locally results in an extra $660 million in economic activity and supports nearly 4,000 jobs. Of that, UW-Platteville alumni contribute $551 million in economic output for Wisconsin alone.

UW-Platteville views these findings as a catalyst for future growth. The university is committed to expanding its educational outreach, strengthening industry partnerships and ensuring that regional talent remains and thrives within the area.

To review the UW-Platteville 2025 Economic Impact Study, visit uwplatt.edu/economic-impact