HENDERSON, Ky. (WEHT) - Officials say at a time when universities nationwide are experiencing enrollment declines and skepticism about the value of higher education, the University of Evansville (UE) has had remarkable growth across nearly every category.

UE says according to official fall census data, it has achieved double-digit increases in enrollment. Officials say the incoming freshman class grew by 19 percent this fall. Total enrollment increased by 10 percent, fueled by a 7 percent increase in the overall undergraduate population and a 6 percent gain in graduate students. At Harlaxton College-UE's study abroad campus in Grantham, England, enrollment more than doubled.

"This is an exciting moment for the University of Evansville," said UE President Christopher M. Pietruszkiewicz. "

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