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Oregon Public Universities"] source_links: pdf: "https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=341" raw_pages: - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0341.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0342.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0343.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0344.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0345.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0346.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0347.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0348.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0349.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0350.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0351.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0352.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0353.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0354.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0355.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0356.txt" - "../../.extracted/pages/page-0357.txt" --- # 39. Oregon Public Universities ## TL;DR *(generated · confidence: medium)* Oregon Public Universities submitted this advocacy presentation arguing they deliver on state goals and generate significant economic return: $10 billion annually with 30,000+ employees, a $10 return for every $1 of state investment, and 85% of income taxes from degree-holders. They contend higher education is essential for future workforce (72% of 2031 jobs will require postsecondary education) while highlighting rising costs, particularly operational expenses outpacing inflation and revenue. **Key points** *(each cites a PDF page)*: - $10 billion+ in annual economic impact; 30,000+ employees in Oregon; nearly 500,000 alumni ([p. 342](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=342)) - Return on investment: $1 state investment generates $10 in economic impact ([p. 344](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=344)) - 85% of income taxes paid by those with a bachelor's degree or higher ([p. 345](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=345)) - By 2031, 72% of US jobs will require postsecondary education and/or training ([p. 347](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=347)) - State appropriation per FTE: $626.2 million; Net tuition per FTE: $551.63 million ([p. 351](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=351)) - Nearly 80% of university costs directed toward personnel ([p. 357](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=357)) - OPE (operational/post-secondary education) costs rising faster than inflation and revenue ([p. 357](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=357)) Amounts: $10 billion · $1 = $10 · 30,000+ employees · nearly 500,000 alumni · 85% · 72% · $626.2 million · $551.63 million · Dates/FTE: 2031 · Programs: 40/40/20 goals · Parties: Oregon Public Universities > **Source:** PDF [pp. 341-357](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=341) · raw: [341](../../.extracted/pages/page-0341.txt) · [342](../../.extracted/pages/page-0342.txt) · [343](../../.extracted/pages/page-0343.txt) · [344](../../.extracted/pages/page-0344.txt) · [345](../../.extracted/pages/page-0345.txt) · [346](../../.extracted/pages/page-0346.txt) · [347](../../.extracted/pages/page-0347.txt) · [348](../../.extracted/pages/page-0348.txt) · [349](../../.extracted/pages/page-0349.txt) · [350](../../.extracted/pages/page-0350.txt) · [351](../../.extracted/pages/page-0351.txt) · [352](../../.extracted/pages/page-0352.txt) · [353](../../.extracted/pages/page-0353.txt) · [354](../../.extracted/pages/page-0354.txt) · [355](../../.extracted/pages/page-0355.txt) · [356](../../.extracted/pages/page-0356.txt) · [357](../../.extracted/pages/page-0357.txt) Breadcrumb: Appendix E: Submissions & Feedback > 39. Oregon Public Universities --- Universities are Delivering for Oregon ● Delivering on the state’s 40/40/20 goals ● Actively engaged in partnerships with other universities, community colleges, government, and industry partners ● Direct statewide impact on economy and prosperity Statewide Impact ● More than $10 billion in annual economic impact ● 30,000+ employees ● Nearly half a million alumni in Oregon Return on Investment $1 = $10 For every $1 the state invests, Public Universities return $10 in economic impact. Higher Earnings = Better Public Benefit 85% of income taxes are paid by those with a bachelor’s degree or higher The Future of Work ● By 2031, 72% of jobs in the US will require postsecondary education and/or training. ● Although many employers are dropping degree requirements from job postings, they are still hiring candidates with degrees. ● The highest-growth job sectors require degrees offered at Oregon Public Universities Funding Context $626.2 million $551.63 million State vs Student Share of Public University Funding State Appropriation per FTE Net Tuition per FTE Our Costs ● Nearly 80% towards personnel ● OPE costs rising quickly – higher than inflation and higher than revenue --- Parent: [Appendix E: Submissions & Feedback](./INDEX.md) · PDF: [pp. 341-357](https://www.oregon.gov/gov/Documents/Oregon%20Prosperity%20Council%20Report_June%202026.pdf#page=341)